strategic sourcing consultant

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   About us:
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  We are a highly successful 190-year-old, Fortune 500 commercial property insurance company of 6,000+ employees with a unique focus on science and risk engineering. Businesses worldwide trust our expertise to protect their assets, relying on our comprehensive risk assessments and robust, engineering-based insurance solutions to safeguard against fire, natural disasters, and other perils. Serving over a quarter of the Fortune 500 and major corporations globally, we deliver data-driven strategies that enhance resilience, ensure business continuity, and empower organizations to thrive.
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  FM India is a strategic location for driving our global operational efficiency. Our presence in India allows us to leverage the country&rsquo;s talented workforce and advance our capabilities to serve our clients better. We have diverse corporate functions that emphasize research, advanced technologies like AI and analytics, risk engineering, research, finance, marketing, HR, etc. working together to provide innovative solutions and nurture lasting relationships &ndash; from co-workers to clients.
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   Role Title: Strategic Sourcing Consultant
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   Position Summary:
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  This role is responsible for assisting with a portion of FM&rsquo;s technology and business procurement and vendor management strategy and helps to execute on that strategy based on rapidly changing technology and business landscapes. This role focuses on the moderate complexity category; focuses on one category strategy; may get some assistance on strategy. The role will assist with the full breadth of procurement and vendor management functions through execution of moderately complex deals that have medium business and financial impact to the success of FM. The person in this role will be responsible to directly interface with both EVP and VP senior leaders to help provide sourcing strategy, focus areas/initiatives, and results. They'll also be responsible for helping, in collaboration with senior VMO leadership, to influence/steer strategic decisions that align with the vendor management vision and will result in the best outcome for FM.
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   Job Responsibilities:
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   End to End Procurement:
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   Helps coordinate medium sized, moderately complex, with moderate financial impact projects to forward cross-enterprise and category strategies
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   Works with senior procurement staff to research market intelligence regarding alternate suppliers; Collaborates with team to determine short list and selected vendor(s) in line with category strategy for medium complexity, medium risk deals.
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   Manages self in procurement process with vendor and internal stakeholders for business critical new products and services and renewals based on medium complexity business requirements and/or medium-impact category strategy. Includes assisting in creation of RFI/RFP, vendor evaluation and selection, contract development, contract price and terms negotiation, conclusion of deal, and follow through on success of implementation/onboarding, etc.
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   Leads all interaction on projects with Law &amp; Government Affairs and Information Security, and Architecture/Infrastructure teams as applicable.
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   Helps drive partnership with stakeholders to determine mitigation options for vendor risks, with influence of acceptance of risks and/or leading of change in vendor direction
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   Manages full procurement life-cycle with vendors/partners in support medium complexity and impactful business areas/categories; Responsible for ensuring SLA&rsquo;s are met and exceeded.
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   Strategy and Vendor Management:
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   Assists in developing, and evolves Sourcing strategy, for medium complexity categories and potentially with enterprise-wide, cross organizational categories
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   Works with a variety of staff in the organization to help define medium complexity projects to assist with forwarding the category strategy
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   Works with senior procurement leadership to help definition of Service Level Agreements (SLAs) between strategic vendors and stakeholder business area
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   Participates in vendor management program for enterprise and departmental strategic partners including feedback from stakeholders, vendor score card development, quarterly-business reviews.
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   Coordinates with senior procurement leadership to ensure evolution of vendor portfolio to ensure highest financial benefits to FM balanced with top delivery, service, execution and value
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   Relationship Management:
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   Assists in the preparation of documentation provided to FM internal customers on sourcing strategy, results, and focus areas/initiatives.
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   Builds and maintains relationships with strategic partners and a variety of internal stakeholders with respect to vendor portfolio strategy and direction, financial and risk mitigation opportunities, and business excellence and resilience
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   Leverages senior procurement team for mentoring in developing sourcing strategies, executing on procurement and vendor management processes, and relationship building
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   Process:
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   Coordinates implementation of FM&rsquo;s vendor management program including stakeholder surveys, vendor score-carding and vendor KPI reviews
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   Assists in the evolution of cross-organizational procurement and vendor management processes; Provides feedback into creation of associated communication and education artifacts
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   Participates in projects to implement and evolve technology platforms and tools to in support FM&rsquo;s procurement and vendor management strategy and execution of strategy
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   Ensures adherence in development of processes, guidelines, tracking and reporting on cost avoidance and cost savings in line with established OKRs
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   Provides Sourcing reporting and metrics to share with managers
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   Leverages existing market intelligences resources used by Sourcing team; Continues self-directed scanning of the market intelligence options
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   Skill and Experience:
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   5-7 years of experience required
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   Additional Experience Qualifier (optional Strategic sourcing, procurement and vendor management in a broad range of categories including technology for a global organization.
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   Experience leading medium sized negotiations with strategic business and technology partners, displaying independent judgement, autonomy, and decision-making
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   Experience in all aspects of Sourcing including leveraging of key business strategies and category management for several business areas, some may be high visibility and financial stakes
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   Some project leadership skills
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   Advanced communication and presentation skills
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   Accountability for delivering results with respect to financial and risk management goals
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   Must Have Skills:
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   Vendor management, category management, procurement, and strategic sourcing
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   Negotiation skills with experience in contract review and redlining
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   Ability to support and help expand a new vendor management program across the organization
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   Willingness to learn new sourcing categories.
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   Education and Certifications:
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   4 Year / Bachelors Degree, Bachelor's Degree,
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   Work location:
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  Bengaluru
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Strategic Sourcing Consultant [T500-20900]

Protiviti

<div><div>JOB REQUISITION</div>
Business Performance Improvement - Supply Chain &amp; Operations (Strategic Sourcing) Senior Consultant<div></div><div>
LOCATION</div>
MINNEAPOLIS<div></div><div>
ADDITIONAL LOCATION(S)</div><div></div><div>
JOB DESCRIPTION</div><div><div><div>
You Belong Here</div></div><div><div>
The Protiviti Career provides opportunity to learn, inspire, and advance within a collaborative and inclusive culture. We hire curious individuals for whom learning is a passion. We lean into our mission: We Care. We Collaborate. We Deliver.</div></div><div></div><div><div><br>
At every level, we champion leaders who live our values of integrity, inclusion, innovation, and commitment to success. Imagining our work as a journey, we believe integrity guides our way, inclusion moves us forward together, innovation creates new destinations, and our commitment to success empowers us to deliver on our vision to be the most trusted global consulting firm.</div></div><div></div><div><div><br>
Where We Need You</div></div><div><div>
Protiviti is looking for a Supply Chain &amp; Operations Senior Consultant to join our growing Supply Chain &amp; Operations Innovation team.</div></div><div></div><div><div><br>
What You Can Expect</div></div><div><div>
As a Senior Consultant, you will be a mentor, trainer, and coach to Interns and Consultants as you facilitate the successful completion of project work plans. You&rsquo;ll identify areas of risk and opportunities to increase efficiency. You&rsquo;ll strengthen relationships and deepen your abilities to communicate, gain trust, and network with client personnel and professional associates. At the direction of Managers, you may accept responsibility for decision-making in areas including establishing project scope and work plans, project staffing, preparation of deliverables, and application of methodologies.</div></div><div></div><div><div><br>
What Will Help You Be Successful</div></div><div><ul><li><div>
You enjoy process, relevant analytics and metrics, organization, and strategic design.</div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div>
You are motivated to learn and interested in all things related to strategic sourcing and supplier management, including the latest trends and developments.</div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div>
You are passionate about building relationships with clients and providing clients with exceptional experiences.</div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div>
You have an inherent interest in project management and team leadership.</div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div>
You contribute to a positive team culture that fosters open communication among all engagement team members.</div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div>
You create development opportunities for others and ways for your team to improve our clients and communities.</div></li></ul></div></div><div><div><ul><li><div>
You have interest in working with a diverse portfolio of clients across multiple industries.</div></li></ul></div><div></div><div><div><br>
Do Your Talents Include the Following?</div></div><div><ul><li><div>
Demonstrated experience with:</div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div>
Core supply chain processes such as Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, Contract Management, Supplier Management, Accounts Payable</div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div>
Designing and implementing digital supply chain solutions, applying technologies</div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div>
Traditional technologies that support key supply chain functions, such as Contract Lifecycle Management, Source-to-Pay, Third Party Risk Management/Monitoring.</div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div>
Process improvement, business transformation and project management methodologies (such as Lean, Agile, Change Management etc.)</div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div>
Financial modeling and business case management</div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div>
Evaluating, summarizing, organizing, and interpreting data.</div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div>
Establishing and cultivating business relationships and a professional network.</div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div>
Ability to translate and communicate supply chain topics and issues to client personnel, including executives.</div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div>
Supervisory experience of teams including mentoring, oversight and review of work, coordination across teams, and understanding how to motivate.</div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div>
Experience performing documentation of findings and summarizing recommendations.</div></li></ul></div><div></div><div><div><br>
Your Educational and Professional Qualifications</div></div><div><ul><li><div>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., Supply Chain, Operations, or Business Related Field).</div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div>
2+ years working in Supply Chain, Operations, Consulting, or related field, either in industry or professional services.</div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div>
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite applications with specific emphasis on Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Secondary emphasis on Visio, Access, and Tableau / Power BI.</div></li></ul></div><div><ul><li><div>
Professional Certification such as CPM, CPSM, CSCP, CPIM, PMP, Six Sigma/ Lean Six Sigma, Certified Scrum Professional, are a plus.</div></li></ul></div></div><div></div><div><div><br>
Our Hybrid Workplace</div></div><div><div>
Protiviti practices a hybrid model, which is a combination of working in person with a purpose locally, traveling to clients, and working remotely. This model creates meaningful experiences for our people and our clients while offering a flexible environment. The ratio of remote to in-person requirements vary by client, project, team, and other business factors. Our people work both in-person in local Protiviti offices and on client sites, which can include local or out-of-state travel based on our projects and client requests and commitments.</div></div><div></div><div><div>
#LI-Hybrid</div></div><div></div><div><i>
Protiviti is not registered to hire or employ personnel in the following states</i><i> </i><i>&ndash; West</i><i> </i><i>Virginia, Alaska.</i></div><div></div><div>
Starting salary is based on a full-time equivalent schedule. Placement in the range is dependent upon experience, skills and geographic work location. Below is the salary range for this job.</div>
$92,000.00 - $138,000.00<div></div><div>
Our annual bonus plan provides eligible employees additional cash and/or discretionary stock compensation opportunities. Below is the bonus target opportunity for this job.</div>
10%<div></div><div>
The total cash range is estimated from the sum of the base salary range plus the bonus target opportunity. Below is the estimated total cash range for this job.</div>
$101,200.00 - $151,800.00<div></div><div>
Employees are eligible for medical, dental, and vision coverages, FSA and HSA healthcare accounts, life and accident insurance, adoption and fertility assistance, paid parental leave up to 10 weeks, and short/long term disability. We offer eligible employees a company 401(k) savings and investment plan with an employer match of 50% on the first 6% of your contributions. We provide Choice Time Off (CTO) for vacation, personal needs, and sick time. The amount of (CTO) varies based on years of service. New hires receive up to 20 days of CTO per calendar year. Protiviti also recognizes up to 11 paid holidays each calendar year.<br>
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Learn more about the variety of rewards we offer at Protiviti at <div>https://www.protiviti.com/sites/default/files/2025-01/2025_u.s._benefit_highlights.pdf</div>.</div><div></div><div>
Any benefits outlined are part of our reward offerings for full-time employees in the U.S. Your Open Enrollment materials, insurance contracts, plan documents and Summary Plan Descriptions together comprise the official plan document which legally governs the administration of your benefit plans. Protiviti reserves the right to terminate or amend your benefit plans in any way and at any time.</div><div></div><div>
Protiviti is an Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veteran</div><div></div><div>
As part of Protiviti&rsquo;s employment process, any offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.</div><div></div><div>
Protiviti is committed to being an equal employment employer offering opportunities to all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to apply for a position, please contact us by sending an email to <div>HRSolutions@roberthalf.com</div> or call 1.855.744.6947 for assistance.</div><div></div><div>
In your email please include the following:</div><ul><li><div>
The specific accommodation requested to complete the employment application.</div></li><li><div>
The location(s) (city, state) to which you would like to apply.</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
For positions located in San Francisco, CA: Protiviti will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.</div><div></div><div>
For positions located in Los Angeles County, CA: Protiviti will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.</div><div></div><div>
Protiviti is not registered to hire or employ personnel in the following states &ndash; West Virginia, Alaska.</div><div></div><div>
Protiviti is not licensed or registered as a public accounting firm and does not issue opinions on financial statements or offer attestation services.</div><div></div><div>
JOB LOCATION</div>
MN PRO MINNEAPOLIS</div>

Business Performance Improvement - Supply Chain & Operations (Strategic Sourcing) Senior Consultant

Revance Therapeutics

<div><p><b>Job Summary:</b></p><br>
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The <b>Strategic Sourcing Specialist</b> acts as an internal consultant by collaborating with assigned internal business units across Crown Laboratories SBU's to source, recommend, and execute the best solution(s) for materials, supplies, and/or services. This person will be responsible for negotiating new and existing agreements to effectively impact all costs (acquisition, avoidance, etc.) to strengthen the company's overall cost position and security of supply. Further, this person will work in close coordination with the various business partners to create and deploy company sourcing strategies to identify synergies for improved supplier terms, risk mitigation, and best practice related to inventory management.</p><br>
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Reporting to:</b> Strategic Sourcing Director</p>
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Location:</b> Johnson City, TN (100% onsite)</p><p><br>
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Responsibilities/Essential Duties:</b></p><br>
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<li>Leads assigned category sourcing strategy to include, but not limited to, proposal / specification development, cost modeling, supplier selection, price negotiation and bid evaluation processes.</li>
<li>Performs market research to identify potential suppliers for new and existing vendors/products.</li>
<li>Provides analytical data and information to support procurement goals and objectives.</li>
<li>Optimizes company cost position through cost and scenario analysis, including benchmarking where appropriate.</li>
<li>Identifies single sourced categories that present a high risk to the company, and work with Supply Chain business unit leaders to evaluate and select secondary suppliers to qualify.</li>
<li>Performs sourcing/coordination duties for NPD's/Tech Transfer projects, including requesting samples and documentation for R&amp;D/QC.</li>
<li>Works with Finance team to maintain price and standard cost accuracy in the ERP system.</li>
<li>Travel up to 10%.</li></ul><br>
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<b>Basic Qualifications:</b></p>
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<li>Bachelor's degree and 2+ years' directly related experience.</li></ul><br>
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<b>Preferred Qualifications:</b></p>
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<li>Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, or equivalent directly related experience.</li>
<li>2+ years' experience in Supply Chain /Strategic Sourcing with record of increased responsibility.</li>
<li>Experience with a global supply chain.</li>
<li>Experience with both direct and indirect materials.</li>
<li>Experience in a manufacturing environment.</li>
<li>Interpersonal skills to develop and manage relationships with internal customers and suppliers; negotiate effectively; and present ideas and proposals in written and oral form.</li>
<li>General knowledge of available sources of pertinent business information, analytical skills to evaluate this information and communications skills to prepare / present presentations. Business information includes major suppliers, industry cost drivers, market indices and leading indicators</li>
<li>Must have strong background in negotiation skills and building supplier relationships.</li>
<li>Understanding of business and supply chain terminology</li>
<li>Ability to think strategically with excellent quantitative skills</li>
<li>Proven record of results based performance</li>
<li>Detailed-oriented and able to multi-tasking strength</li></ul><br>
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<b>Company Summary:</b></p>
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Crown is a proud member of the Revance Portfolio of skincare offerings. Revance is a fast-growing global aesthetics and skincare company focused on providing innovative aesthetics and market-leading skincare offerings throughout every stage of life. With a differentiated portfolio of products spanning 60 countries, Revance meets the evolving needs of patients and consumers worldwide through continued innovation and commercialization of new products and treatments.</p><br>
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What Revance invests in you:</b></p>
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<li>Competitive Compensation including base salary and annual performance bonus.</li>
<li>Paid time off, company holidays, and floating holidays that can be used whenever you choose.</li>
<li>Generous healthcare benefits, Employer HSA match, 401k match, wellness discounts and much more.</li></ul><br>
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<i>This section of the job description is required by the American with Disability Act (ADA). The ADA requires that job descriptions reflect the physical and mental demands required to effectively perform the essential duties of the job. The ADA prohibits employers from discriminating against a &quot;qualified individual with a disability&quot; in all aspects of the employment relationship. A &quot;qualified individual with a disability&quot; is &quot;an individual who meets the education, experience, skill, and other job-related requirements of a position held or desired, and who, with reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of a specified job.&quot;</i></p>
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Revance is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.</i></p></div><p></p>

Strategic Sourcing Specialist

Accenture Middle East

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  <strong>
   Accenture Strategy &amp; Consulting:
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  In today&rsquo;s world, business leaders want to reinvent rapidly and confidently to increase resilience, mitigate risk, and grow with sustainable value. That&rsquo;s where Accenture Strategy &amp; Consulting comes in. We bring together strategic visionaries, industry experts, practitioners from across every enterprise function, business intelligence professionals, change specialists, data and AI authorities, and many other specialized skills to co-create each client&rsquo;s unique path to reinvention. You will be a trusted partner to business leaders, working with a diverse team of experts to deliver successful tech-enabled transformation and new kinds of value for your clients.
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   Role:
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  We are looking for a Strategy &amp; Consulting &ndash; Consultant to join the Supply Chain &amp; Operations practice. The role would envisage. both business development and service delivery responsibilities, with focus on the areas of supply chain, sourcing &amp; procurement, operational excellence, smart services, capital projects, and manufacturing operations. The role would imply the involvement on strategic and transformational projects for key accounts of Accenture, especially in the industries like Oil &amp; Gas, Utilities, Consumer Goods, Retail, Travel &amp; Hospitality, Logistics and Industrial, and others where Supply Chain &amp; Operations can have relevant solutions for the client needs.
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   Responsibilities/Authorities:
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   Team member delivery teams focusing on supply chain and operations transformations
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   Analysis for clients&rsquo; performance improvement
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   Presentations for executive messaging and detailed deliverable contents
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   Participation to business development and proposals creation.
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  <strong>
   Why join us?
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  &bull; We offer a transparent, fast paced approach career progression, with a focus on your strengths and continuous coaching from senior colleagues
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  &bull; You will benefit from working alongside Accenture experts who are solving some of the biggest industry challenges with innovative thinking and pioneering tools
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  &bull; Flexible work arrangements and a range of benefits including competitive
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  rewards
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   Experience:
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   A minimum of 3-5 years of progressive consulting experience, and/or relevant industry experience
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    Skill Sets:
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   Knowledge / experience in supply Chain, sourcing &amp; procurement, operations
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   Advanced analytical skills
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   Solid Consulting Experience in top tier consulting firms
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   Top standing and communication soft skills
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Supply Chain & Operations Consultant- Emiratization & UAE Talent Development | Strategy & Consulting

<p>We are looking for a Strategy &amp; Consulting Consultant to join the Supply Chain &amp; Operations practice. The role would envisage both business development and service delivery responsibilities, with focus on the areas of supply chain, sourcing &amp; procurement, operational excellence, smart services, capital projects, and manufacturing operations. The role would imply the involvement on strategic and transformational projects for key accounts of Accenture, especially in the industries like Oil &amp; Gas, Utilities, Consumer Goods, Retail, Travel &amp; Hospitality, Logistics and Industrial, and others where Supply Chain &amp; Operations can have relevant solutions for the client needs.</p> <p><b>Responsibilities/Authorities:</b></p> <ul> <li>Team member delivery teams focusing on supply chain and operations transformations</li> <li>Analysis for clients performance improvement</li> <li>Presentations for executive messaging and detailed deliverable contents</li> <li>Participation to business development and proposals creation.</li> </ul> <p><b>Why join us?</b></p> <p>We offer a transparent, fast paced approach career progression, with a focus on your strengths and continuous coaching from senior colleagues</p> <p>You will benefit from working alongside Accenture experts who are solving some of the biggest industry challenges with innovative thinking and pioneering tools</p> <p>Flexible work arrangements and a range of benefits including competitive rewards</p>

Supply Chain & Operations Consultant

Saks Global

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  Job Description
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  Who We Are:
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 Saks Global is the largest multi-brand luxury retailer in the world, comprising Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus, Bergdorf Goodman, Saks OFF 5TH, Last Call and Horchow. Its retail portfolio includes 70 full-line luxury locations, additional off-price locations and five distinct e-commerce experiences. With talented colleagues focused on delivering on our strategic vision,
 <em>
  The Art of You,
 </em>
 Saks Global is redefining luxury shopping by offering each customer a personalized experience that is unmistakably their own
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 By leveraging the most comprehensive luxury customer data platform in North America, cutting-edge technology, and strong partnerships with the world's most esteemed brands, Saks Global is shaping the future of luxury retail.
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 Saks Global Properties &amp; Investments includes Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus flagship properties and represents nearly 13 million square feet of prime U.S. real estate holdings and investments in luxury markets.
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  Role Summary
  <br/>
  <br/>
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 As a Strategic Sourcing Specialist in Strategic Sourcing &amp; Procurement, you&rsquo;ll be responsible for working with your Director to: develop and lead strategic sourcing events of moderate complexity; writing and negotiating contract terms and documents; and analyzing spend associated with specific indirect spend categories. Your work will positively impact bottom-line results/value while minimizing risks, foster internal and external relationships, and work with internal stakeholders to educate and promote the procurement policies.
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 You will report to a Manager, Strategic Sourcing.
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  Role Description
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   Simultaneously Lead indirect sourcing initiatives for IT, driving strategic improvements, and delivering on operational targets, savings goals, and business strategies
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   Conduct total cost modeling and sensitivity/scenario analysis to help stakeholders understand trade-offs and benefits to multiple outcomes
  </li>
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   Assist with the analysis and planning for various components of indirect spend categories to ensure operational success and results
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   Use sourcing tools to support departmental efforts to refine and improve procurement processes and policies
  </li>
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   Develop and manage relationships with business stakeholders and provide regular project status updates
  </li>
  <li>
   Partner with multiple corporate functions (e.g., Financial Planning &amp; Analysis, Accounting, Legal, etc.) as part of your sourcing projects and related activities
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   Review, revise, and negotiate contract language
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   Assist in the development and management of the contract renewal process
  </li>
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   Participate in supplier relationship activities (e.g., regular business reviews, vendor score carding, etc.)
  </li>
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   You will own sourcing projects and work with your Director to bring them to completion
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  </li>
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  Required Qualifications (Minimum Requirements)
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   Bachelor&rsquo;s degree preferably in supply chain management, engineering, or business
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   3+ years of experience in Strategic Sourcing
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   Demonstrated capabilities of leading sourcing projects, contract negotiations and authoring, and driving savings/value
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   Understanding of multi-step strategic sourcing processes, sourcing tools, and strategies
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   Opportunity to work in a dynamic fast paced environment at a company experiencing growth and transformation
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   Comprehensive benefits package for all eligible full-time employees (including medical, vision and dental)
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 Saks.com is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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Specialist, Strategic Sourcing

Pemex Procurement International

<p><b>POSITION SUMMARY</b></p><p>The Strategic Sourcing Specialist is responsible for providing the analysis and follow-up needed to support the strategic sourcing department in the development and implementation of sourcing strategies for PPI &acute;s clients, including negotiations, and implementation of sourcing instruments such as Master Supply, Service, Lease, and License Agreements. They are also responsible for supporting the Strategic Sourcing Manager in business development and integration activities with PPI &acute;s current and new clients and to drive results for such clients in alignment with the applicable sourcing strategies and instruments.</p><p><b>LOCATION</b></p><p>Houston, TX 77079</p><p><b>ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Other duties may be assigned)</b></p><ul><li>Sourcing Strategy Development:</li><li>Reviews client&rsquo;s requests for sourcing instruments, schemes, and procurement solutions, and upon Manager&rsquo;s request.</li><li>Coordinates with business stakeholders, cross functional teams, end-users, buyers, sellers, and PPI&rsquo;s personnel, the obtention of supporting documents and information needed for the development of the required strategy.</li><li>Retrieves data from the Automated Information Systems (the &ldquo;Systems&rdquo;) and performs the spend analyses and demand forecasts required for the design of sourcing strategies.</li><li>Supports the manager in the design and development of the sourcing strategy which may encompass category, sourcing instrument, and procurement process development and implementation.</li><li>Supports manager in the definition and follow up of project plans and project schedules.</li><li>Prepares presentations and minutes of status review meetings</li><li>Negotiation and implementation of sourcing instruments:</li><li>Prepares, obtains approval, and sends invitation letters and requests for information (&ldquo;RFI&rdquo;) related to negotiation projects assigned.</li><li>When instructed by the Manager, prepares sourcing instruments drafts, either using the latest approved contract template for the corresponding type of sourcing scheme, or by coordinating with the legal department for the development of a new instrument template.</li><li>Provides support and follow-up to assigned negotiation projects, including but not limited to responses of suppliers to the RFI, including all legal documentation.</li><li>Evaluates comments received from the suppliers regarding the sourcing instrument draft if requested, and prepares for the Manager&rsquo;s approval, if needed, a response and/or counterproposal to such comments.</li><li>Supports the Manager in negotiation sessions with suppliers by coordinating activities, taking notes, and building rapport with the supplier&rsquo;s team to contribute to achieve the desired objectives; When applicable, evaluates counterproposals presented by suppliers and other parties and makes suggestions to the Manager, as needed.</li><li>Prepares presentations, coordinates, and participates in kick-off meetings with new suppliers to provide general orientation on the development and operation of strategic sourcing strategies, and instruments.</li><li>Implements sourcing instruments in the Systems and coordinates any related interaction with other departments such as Supplier Alliances, Procurement, Supplier Management and Analysis, and IT, to ensure that client &acute;s transactions are aligned with the corresponding strategy and instrument.</li><li>Prepares commercial recommendations for the use of sourcing instruments by new and current clients.</li><li>Prepares and submits for Manager&rsquo;s approval, official communications to clients and suppliers regarding execution, implementation, or termination of sourcing instruments</li><li>Commercial Support:</li><li>Participates in meetings with potential or current clients, to understand their specific needs.</li><li>Prepares presentations, coordinates, and participates in meetings with new or current clients to provide general orientation on PPI's available services.</li><li>Supports manager in the coordination and follow up of special projects.</li><li>Elaborates minutes of meetings, data and status reports, and presentations, as required</li><li>Administrative Support to the department:<b>EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCEQualificationsRequirementsTravel:Language:</b></li><li><b>Special requirements:</b></li><li>Prepares data and assists in internal and external audit processes, as requested.</li></ul><ul><li>Participates (including travel, when applicable) in the courses, seminars, conferences, etc. considered in the department&rsquo;s yearly program.</li><li>Reviews changes in applicable policies and norms to adapt sourcing strategies.</li><li>Participates in system functionality tests.</li><li>Performs other related duties and special projects, as required.</li><li>A four-year college degree in an engineering discipline (industrial engineering preferred) or business degree with an analytical orientation, A Master&rsquo;s degree preferred.</li><li>A minimum of three years of experience in sourcing, procurement, contract negotiation or related field.</li><li>Experience in price analysis is preferred.</li><li>Experience in the interpretation of legal documentation is preferred.</li><li>Honesty, trustworthiness, integrity, and dependability.</li><li>Customer focus.</li><li>Problem solving and innovation.</li><li>Certifications in Supply Chain Management, such as CPSM, and PSCM, or other related programs, are a plus.</li><li>5% - 20% of the time in the United States, Mexico, or as required.</li></ul><ul><li>Fluent in English and Spanish, excellent verbal and written skills in both languages with the ability to effectively write contract terms and conditions, prepare presentations and reports for management and present information to suppliers and internal/external customers.</li><li>Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, financial reports, legal documents, technical procedures, contracts, economic indicators and/or government regulations.</li><li>Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedures.</li><li>Computer Skills &ndash; Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Power Point, Outlook, etc.).</li><li>Math Ability &ndash; Ability to apply mathematical operations to price changes, economic index calculations, comparative analysis, and basic estimations/ projections.</li><li>Ability to learn how to use ERPs and/or new software quickly.</li><li>Knowledge of trade regulations and internal policies applicable to the clients is a plus.</li></ul><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: $78,694.27 - $94,771.59 per year</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

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