Corporate VP, Procurement Transformation & Advisory

WNS Denali, Powered•Pittsburgh, PA

2d•Remote

About The Position

We are seeking a Vice President, Procurement Transformation & Advisory who will be a senior practice leader responsible for defining and executing the firm's procurement consulting strategy, shaping market-leading service offerings, driving revenue growth, and advising executive leadership teams on procurement transformation, digital procurement, data strategy, and AI-enabled value creation. This executive leads enterprise procurement transformation initiatives, develops innovative consulting methodologies, and partners with C-suite executives to modernize procurement organizations through technology, analytics, automation, and intelligent operating models.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required
15+ years of consulting and procurement leadership experience.
Deep executive-level expertise across procurement strategy, TOM design, digital procurement, data strategy, analytics, and AI.
Significant experience leading global procurement transformation and technology-enabled change programs.
Recognized industry authority in procurement modernization and AI-enabled procurement.
Demonstrated success building, scaling, and commercializing consulting offerings.
Strong network across procurement leaders, technology providers, and industry analysts.
Exceptional executive presence, communication skills, and commercial acumen.
The ability to think strategically about business and industry trends in procurement and use analytical, problem-solving techniques to break down complex issues
A track record of customer focused engagements from a consulting background delivering quality work for clients, demonstrating an understanding of the client's professional standards and maintaining respectful client relationships.
A track record in business development, commercial or sales.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree or MBA preferred.

Responsibilities

Define and execute the strategic vision and growth strategy for the Procurement Transformation & Advisory practice.
Establish market-leading capabilities across procurement transformation, digital procurement, data strategy, and AI-enabled procurement services.
Serve as a trusted advisor to CPOs, CFOs, COOs, CEOs, and executive leadership teams on enterprise procurement transformation initiatives.
Develop and enhance procurement transformation methodologies, frameworks, and intellectual property that differentiate the firm's consulting offerings.
Guide clients in designing future-state procurement organizations that align with business strategy and digital transformation objectives.
Lead complex global procurement transformation programs from strategy through implementation.
Define leading approaches for procurement maturity assessments, benchmarking, and Target Operating Model design.
Sponsor large-scale procurement operating model modernization initiatives that improve efficiency, governance, and business value.
Drive innovation across: Procurement technology strategy, Procurement analytics and business intelligence, Data modernization and governance, Generative AI (GenAI) applications, Agentic procurement, Autonomous procurement, Digital workforce solutions, Cognitive sourcing platforms.
Develop strategic perspectives on intelligent procurement organizations, AI governance, and the future of procurement operating models.
Own annual sales, revenue, profitability, and growth objectives for the consulting practice.
Lead strategic client pursuits, executive presentations, and enterprise transformation engagements.
Develop strategic partnerships with leading procurement technology, data, and AI solution providers.
Identify emerging market trends and create innovative service offerings that address evolving client needs.
Represent the firm at industry conferences, executive forums, and client events while strengthening the organization's market presence and thought leadership.
Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing Procurement Transformation & Advisory team.
Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, continuous improvement, and client excellence.
Sponsor leadership development, succession planning, and professional growth across the consulting practice.
Promote knowledge sharing and the development of reusable methodologies, tools, and best practices.
Publish and present thought leadership on procurement transformation, digital procurement, AI, analytics, and emerging technologies.
Monitor industry trends, market developments, and competitive landscapes to continuously evolve the firm's consulting capabilities.
Influence the future direction of procurement consulting through innovative ideas and strategic insights.