Supply Chain and Operations Consultant

Accenture•Boston, MA

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Supply Chain and Operations professionals help clients develop strategies and operating models that integrate planning, procurement, product design, manufacturing, and/or fulfillment functions within an organization, as well as connect suppliers and customers across the extended supply chains. They use their data skills to develop and implement strategies that improve the entire supply chain process by applying cost efficiency, increasing business effectiveness, and creating synergies and collaboration across companies. They also possess the communication skills to ensure that everyone understands their ideas and how to get them working as quickly as possible. Their experience means that people look to them for guidance and ideas, and they know how to make sure teams get their work done on time, every time. This specific role focuses on Sourcing and Procurement strategy, helping clients develop and implement strategies that improve procurement processes, optimize supplier relationships, and drive operational efficiency. Using data skills, they analyze procurement workflows, identify opportunities for improvement, and support the development of sourcing strategies that reduce costs and enhance supplier performance. They are collaborative team players with strong communication skills, able to translate complex ideas into actionable solutions.

Requirements

Minimum 3 years of experience in Sourcing, Procurement, or Supply Chain roles.
External consulting experience at a consulting firm or internal consulting experience in a role equivalent to the Consultant level within industry.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent (minimum 10 years' work experience). If Associate’s Degree, must have equivalent minimum 6-year work experience.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across teams and strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.

Nice To Haves

Experience with procurement software tools (e.g., SAP Ariba, Oracle Procurement Cloud).
Lean or Six Sigma certification.
Proven ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment.
Excels in building and developing relationships, overseeing complex programs and demonstrating leadership.
MBA or equivalent graduate degree.
Functional-level understanding of technology solutions.
Ability to use the latest data analytics tools to spot opportunities for improvement.
Prior experience in driving insights using visualization tools (i.e. Power BI, Tableau, Alteryx) and analytics tools (i.e. Adobe Analytics, Google Analytics).

Responsibilities

Develop Sourcing Strategies: Support the creation and execution of sourcing initiatives that align with client objectives and reduce procurement costs.
Procurement Process Optimization: Analyze current procurement processes, identify inefficiencies, and suggest improvements.
Supplier Management & Negotiation: Assist in supplier negotiations and building relationships, ensuring performance standards are met.
Data-Driven Insights: Use analytics to monitor procurement metrics, track supplier performance, and identify areas for cost reduction.
Client Collaboration: Work directly with clients to understand their needs and translate those needs into actionable sourcing strategies.
Technology Integration: Assist in the integration of digital tools to improve procurement workflows and drive automation.
Project Delivery: Support project teams to ensure that sourcing strategies are executed on time, within scope, and aligned with business goals.