Procurement Practice Specialist
Accenture
2 - 5 years
Mumbai
Posted: 14/06/2025
Job Description
Designation: Procurement Practice Specialist
Qualifications:Any Graduation
Years of Experience:7 to 11 years
About Accenture
Accenture is a global professional services company with leading capabilities in digital, cloud and security.Combining unmatched experience and specialized skills across more than 40 industries, we offer Strategy and Consulting, Technology and Operations services, and Accenture Song— all powered by the world’s largest network of Advanced Technology and Intelligent Operations centers. Our 699,000 people deliver on the promise of technology and human ingenuity every day, serving clients in more than 120 countries. We embrace the power of change to create value and shared success for our clients, people, shareholders, partners and communities.Visit us at www.accenture.com
What would you do? This role includes some or all the following key responsibilities. Please review these in conjunction with career-level guidelines to understand the expectations for this role. ? Sourcing Execution • Manage/lead execution of sourcing projects for various sourcing categories and clients • Spend & vendor consolidation to optimize the savings • Support/lead annual rate contracts with suppliers • Strong hands-on experience working on ERP systems such as Jaeggar, Ariba, SAP, etc. • Interact with key customer and internal stakeholders and work closely with them to identify areas of improvement • Offer creative solutions to support the overall sourcing program and achieve desired results • Collaborate with the core team of a fast-growing Business Unit to extend and improve existing processes, develop new products and services, and support business unit strategic planning • To ensure timely project deliverables with the defined quality standards • Will be responsible for creating & presenting the deliverables to Client/Internal global team members • Work with the legal and technical teams to facilitate the negotiations of the legal and technical terms in a contract. Negotiate and close the contract with advice from legal and technical/ business teams Understand when & how to use a request for proposal (price and non-price factors) and RFQ (price only) and how to develop, execute and analyze the results. Collect and analyze quantitative and qualitative information to assess, screen and select suppliers.
What are we looking for? ? Complexity Identifies and solves complex problems within assigned areas. Requires deep analysis of changing factors. Aligns work with the strategic direction set by senior leadership. Engages with senior stakeholders at the client or within Accenture on critical matters. ? Authority Has the autonomy to complete tasks and influence outcomes. Makes decisions independently for new assignments. Determines work methods with limited guidance. ? Impact Decisions affect daily operations in key areas. Mistakes may impact teams or broader responsibilities. ? Scope Accountable for tasks affecting clients and internal operations. May lead medium-sized teams or project efforts for clients or Accenture. ? Category Specific Skill Should have good exposure to category planning, stakeholder management, global sourcing, and strong knowledge of the supplier landscape for various sourcing categories. Should have handson experience in RFx processes and analysis of supplier proposals. Strong analytical and presentation skills are a must. ? Required • B.E /B.Tech, MBA, CPSM / CPM (desired) • 7+ years of Sourcing & Category Management experience, out of which approximately 90% should be in Global Sourcing
Roles and Responsibilities: •In this role you are required to do analysis and solving of moderately complex problems • May create new solutions, leveraging and, where needed, adapting existing methods and procedures • The person would require understanding of the strategic direction set by senior management as it relates to team goals • Primary upward interaction is with direct supervisor • May interact with peers and/or management levels at a client and/or within Accenture • Guidance would be provided when determining methods and procedures on new assignments • Decisions made by you will often impact the team in which they reside • Individual would manage small teams and/or work efforts (if in an individual contributor role) at a client or within Accenture • Please note that this role may require you to work in rotational shiftsAny Graduation
About Accenture
We work with one shared purpose: to deliver on the promise of technology and human ingenuity. Every day, more than 775,000 of us help our stakeholders continuously reinvent. Together, we drive positive change and deliver value to our clients, partners, shareholders, communities, and each other.We believe that delivering value requires innovation, and innovation thrives in an inclusive and diverse environment. We actively foster a workplace free from bias, where everyone feels a sense of belonging and is respected and empowered to do their best work.At Accenture, we see well-being holistically, supporting our people’s physical, mental, and financial health. We also provide opportunities to keep skills relevant through certifications, learning, and diverse work experiences. We’re proud to be consistently recognized as one of the World’s Best Workplaces™.Join Accenture to work at the heart of change.Visit us at www.accenture.com
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.
Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process.
Accenture is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.
About Company
Accenture is a global professional services company specializing in consulting, technology, and outsourcing services. Headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, Accenture provides a wide range of services in strategy, digital, technology, operations, and consulting. It helps organizations improve their performance and create sustainable value by leveraging technology and industry expertise. Accenture works across various sectors, including financial services, healthcare, telecommunications, energy, and more. Known for its deep focus on innovation, Accenture partners with leading technology companies to drive digital transformation and help clients navigate complex challenges in an increasingly digital world.
Services you might be interested in
One-Shot Campaign
Reach out to ideal employees in one shot!
The intelligent campaign for reaching out to the ideal audience to whom you can ask for help (guidance or referral).