Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Lead

Accenture PLC; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 94,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture Sourcing & Procurement in Boston is seeking a Procurement Manager to lead client cost optimization and procurement process improvements. You will manage projects, communicate with clients and suppliers, and deliver measurable results while mentoring junior staff.

The role requires deep analytical capability, strong communication with executives, and a proven track record in procurement strategy. Travel 10–50% is expected as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of management consulting experience supporting procurement and/or strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience (minimum 12 years; if associate degree, minimum 6 years).
• Minimum 3 years' experience focusing on Spend Optimization.

Responsibilities

• Develop overall project plans and lead all parts of the client engagement.
• Manage project support resources and coordinate with SMEs.
• Develop cost reduction strategies and recommendations.
• Present to client executives.
• Build consensus among client stakeholders.
• Develop and nurture relationships with clients.
• Support in developing internal strategies and deliverables.
• Support client sales origination.
• Assess expenditures and identify targets to reduce costs and improve quality.
• Strategic sourcing across companies and private equity portfolios.
• Procurement process reengineering.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree (minimum)

MBA (bonus)

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Alteryx

Adobe Analytics

Google Analytics

Job description

Accenture Sourcing & Procurement in Boston is seeking a Procurement Manager to lead client cost optimization and procurement process improvements. You will manage projects, communicate with clients and suppliers, and deliver measurable results while mentoring junior staff.

The role requires deep analytical capability, strong communication with executives, and a proven track record in procurement strategy. Travel 10–50% is expected as needed.