Senior Associate, Supply Chain Strategy & Sourcing

Alvarez & Marsal; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 100,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare plans

401(k) plan with employer contribution

Paid time off

Job summary

Alvarez & Marsal is seeking a Senior Associate in Supply Chain: Procurement & Sourcing to lead and deliver procurement initiatives for private equity portfolios. Open to all U.S.

locations, the role emphasizes strategic sourcing, supplier management, and cross-functional collaboration with PE teams. Qualified candidates typically have 4–7+ years in consulting or industry with advisory experience, MBA preferred, and willingness to travel up to 80%.

Qualifications

• 4–7+ years of consulting or industry experience.
• Prior advisory experience at a top-tier strategy firm or Big-4 consultancy (required).
• Preference for roles within sourcing and procurement functions.
• Industry experience in direct and/or indirect categories.
• MBA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Gain a comprehensive understanding of a client’s procurement organization and strategic sourcing capabilities.
• Assist in developing and implementing sourcing strategies aligned with growth and financial goals, integrating forecasting, demand/supply planning, inventory management, and distribution & logistics.
• Lead supplier identification, approval, contract and pricing negotiations, and vendor relations.
• Develop implementation plans to drive procurement and sourcing initiatives.
• Conduct analysis as required by the scope of projects.

Skills

Strong Excel & PowerPoint

Structured project management

Initiative & critical thinking

Client relationship building

Presentation skills

Analytical skills

Education

MBA

Job description

Alvarez & Marsal is seeking a Senior Associate in Supply Chain: Procurement & Sourcing to lead and deliver procurement initiatives for private equity portfolios. Open to all U.S.

locations, the role emphasizes strategic sourcing, supplier management, and cross-functional collaboration with PE teams. Qualified candidates typically have 4–7+ years in consulting or industry with advisory experience, MBA preferred, and willingness to travel up to 80%.