Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Leader

Accenture PLC; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 87,000 - 235,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) matching

Bonus opportunities

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Accenture is seeking a Sourcing & Procurement professional to help clients develop strategies and operating models that enhance procurement capabilities and drive bottom-line financial impact. You will leverage data skills to improve value across client supply bases and establish strategic category plans.

You’ll lead projects, influence senior stakeholders, and contribute to developing intellectual capital while advancing internal strategies and client relationships.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in management consulting supporting procurement or sourcing initiatives.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience; MBA is a plus.
• Strong analytical and communication skills; ability to present to executives.

Responsibilities

• Develop overall project plans and lead client engagements.
• Manage resources and coordinate with SMEs inside and outside the firm.
• Develop cost-reduction strategies and recommendations.
• Present to client executives and build consensus among stakeholders.
• Develop relationships with clients and support internal strategy deliverables.
• Assist in client sales origination and identify cost-reduction targets.
• Assess expenditures and drive procurement process improvements.
• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives across companies and portfolios.

Skills

Management consulting

Spend optimization

Client relationship management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience

MBA or equivalent graduate degree

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Alteryx

Adobe Analytics

Google Analytics

Job description

Accenture is seeking a Sourcing & Procurement professional to help clients develop strategies and operating models that enhance procurement capabilities and drive bottom-line financial impact. You will leverage data skills to improve value across client supply bases and establish strategic category plans.

You’ll lead projects, influence senior stakeholders, and contribute to developing intellectual capital while advancing internal strategies and client relationships.