Senior Manager of Procurement Operations

About the Role

As a Senior Manager of Procurement Operations, you will play a pivotal role in driving cost savings and operational efficiency within our Internal Firm Services practice. You will focus on executing, managing, and optimizing purchasing processes to ensure the organization obtains quality goods and services at competitive prices. Your efforts will contribute significantly to enhancing supplier relationships and streamlining procurement operations.

In this role, you will leverage your skills and network to deliver impactful results, motivate and coach teams to solve complex problems, and apply sound judgment to navigate challenges. You will also develop and sustain diverse and inclusive teams, fostering a collaborative environment that drives success. Your ability to craft clear and engaging messages, apply systems thinking, and validate outcomes with stakeholders will be instrumental in achieving operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement operations to drive cost savings and operational efficiency
• Manage supplier relationships to secure quality goods and services at competitive prices
• Implement procurement strategies and optimize purchasing processes
• Utilize procurement software to streamline purchase order management and monitor contractual compliance
• Conduct cost analysis and business requirements analysis to support procurement decisions
• Facilitate contract lifecycle management and vendor risk management to mitigate potential risks
• Coach and motivate teams to solve complex procurement challenges and enhance service delivery
• Apply systems thinking to identify opportunities for procurement process improvement
• Engage in strategic questioning and storytelling to convey impactful messages and align procurement goals with organizational objectives
• Build and maintain relationships with stakeholders to validate outcomes and act on feedback

Requirements

• At least a High School Diploma or the equivalent degree
• At least 6 years of experience in procurement or related field

Skills

• Advanced procurement strategy and process improvement skills
• Proficiency in utilizing procurement software for efficient operations
• Strong supplier relationship management with a focus on strategic outcomes
• Experience implementing procurement systems to enhance operational efficiency
• Expertise in contract lifecycle management and compliance monitoring
• Ability to lead teams through complex procurement challenges
• Analytical thinking to drive cost management and savings

Pay

The salary range for this position is $91,000 - $321,500. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications, and location, and applicable employment laws. All hired individuals are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.

Benefits

PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401k retirement plan
• Holiday pay
• Vacation time
• Personal and family sick leave

To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glance.

Schedule

• Full time
• Travel requirements: Up to 20%