PricewaterhouseCoopers - Detroit, MI

posted 3 months ago

Full-time - Mid Level
Detroit, MI
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Sr. Associate in Operations Consulting at PwC focuses on optimizing sourcing and procurement processes to enhance cost savings, supplier collaboration, and supply chain resilience. This role involves analyzing client needs, developing operational strategies, and providing guidance on implementing strategic sourcing frameworks and digital procurement solutions. The position emphasizes building meaningful client relationships and managing teams while navigating complex situations to deliver quality outcomes.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze sourcing strategies and identify opportunities for cost reduction and supplier optimization.
  • Develop strategies to enhance procurement efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Provide guidance on implementing strategic sourcing frameworks and supplier relationship management.
  • Support clients in streamlining processes and improving productivity.
  • Oversee junior staff, providing guidance and coaching to ensure their development and success on engagements.
  • Lead project management activities including work plan development and status meetings.
  • Communicate insights based on qualitative and quantitative data sets to support recommendations.
  • Facilitate working sessions with client leads to define business requirements and design leading practice solutions.
  • Coordinate with Change Management teams during system deployment activities, including training and communications.
  • Oversee hypercare activities and provide recommendations to address post-go-live issues.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration/Management, Economics, Industrial and Operations Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Supply Chain Management.
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in sourcing and procurement or related fields.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of Sourcing and Procurement leading practices.
  • Ability to communicate at both strategic and operational levels.
  • Experience in Procure to Pay, Sourcing, Contracting, and Supplier Management modules of GEP.

Nice-to-haves

  • Master's degree, preferably an MBA.
  • Experience in CLM-A, Risk modules, GEP Pay, and GEP Expenses.
  • Understanding of system architecture and benefits of different ERP systems.

Benefits

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • 401k plan
  • Holiday pay
  • Vacation pay
  • Annual discretionary bonus
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