Lead procurement operations to drive cost savings and operational efficiency. Manage supplier relationships, optimize purchasing processes, use procurement software for PO and contract compliance, conduct cost and business analysis, oversee contract lifecycle and vendor risk management, coach teams, apply systems thinking to improve processes, and align procurement outcomes with stakeholder objectives.
The Opportunity
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, confirming the organization obtains quality goods and services at competitive prices. Your efforts will contribute significantly to enhancing supplier relationships and streamlining procurement operations.
As a Senior Manager, you will leverage your skills and network to deliver impactful results. You will motivate and coach teams to solve complex problems, applying sound judgment to navigate challenges and make informed decisions. Your ability to develop and sustain diverse and inclusive teams will be crucial in fostering a collaborative environment that drives success.
In this role at PwC, you will be responsible for crafting clear and engaging messages that tell a holistic story, applying systems thinking to identify opportunities, and validating outcomes with stakeholders. Your commitment to excellence and ability to lead through complexity will be instrumental in achieving operational excellence and contributing to the firm's success.
Responsibilities
- Leading procurement operations to drive cost savings and operational efficiency
- Managing supplier relationships to secure quality goods and services at competitive prices
- Implementing procurement strategies and optimizing purchasing processes
- Utilizing procurement software to streamline purchase order management and contractual compliance monitoring
- Conducting cost analysis and business requirements analysis to support procurement decisions
- Facilitating contract lifecycle management and vendor risk management to mitigate potential risks
- Coaching and motivating teams to solve complex procurement challenges and enhance service delivery
- Applying systems thinking to identify opportunities for procurement process improvement
- Engaging in strategic questioning and storytelling to convey impactful messages and align procurement goals with organizational objectives
- Building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders to validate outcomes and act on feedback
What You Must Have
- At least a High School Diploma or the equivalent degree
- At least 6 years of experience
What Sets You Apart
- Demonstrating advanced procurement strategy and process improvement skills
- Utilizing procurement software for efficient operations
- Managing supplier relationships with a focus on strategic outcomes
- Implementing procurement systems to enhance operational efficiency
- Excelling in contract lifecycle management and compliance monitoring
- Leading teams through complex procurement challenges
- Applying analytical thinking to drive cost management and savings
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. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glance
As PwC is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law.
PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.
Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-work
For only those qualified applicants that are impacted by the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable, arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with these laws. At PwC, we recognize that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to responsibilities such as accessing sensitive company or customer information, handling proprietary assets, or collaborating closely with team members. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled or the posting is removed, unless otherwise set forth on the following webpage. Please visit this link for information about anticipated application deadlines: https://pwc.to/us-application-deadlines
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, confirming the organization obtains quality goods and services at competitive prices. Your efforts will contribute significantly to enhancing supplier relationships and streamlining procurement operations.
As a Senior Manager, you will leverage your skills and network to deliver impactful results. You will motivate and coach teams to solve complex problems, applying sound judgment to navigate challenges and make informed decisions. Your ability to develop and sustain diverse and inclusive teams will be crucial in fostering a collaborative environment that drives success.
In this role at PwC, you will be responsible for crafting clear and engaging messages that tell a holistic story, applying systems thinking to identify opportunities, and validating outcomes with stakeholders. Your commitment to excellence and ability to lead through complexity will be instrumental in achieving operational excellence and contributing to the firm's success.
Responsibilities
- Leading procurement operations to drive cost savings and operational efficiency
- Managing supplier relationships to secure quality goods and services at competitive prices
- Implementing procurement strategies and optimizing purchasing processes
- Utilizing procurement software to streamline purchase order management and contractual compliance monitoring
- Conducting cost analysis and business requirements analysis to support procurement decisions
- Facilitating contract lifecycle management and vendor risk management to mitigate potential risks
- Coaching and motivating teams to solve complex procurement challenges and enhance service delivery
- Applying systems thinking to identify opportunities for procurement process improvement
- Engaging in strategic questioning and storytelling to convey impactful messages and align procurement goals with organizational objectives
- Building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders to validate outcomes and act on feedback
What You Must Have
- At least a High School Diploma or the equivalent degree
- At least 6 years of experience
What Sets You Apart
- Demonstrating advanced procurement strategy and process improvement skills
- Utilizing procurement software for efficient operations
- Managing supplier relationships with a focus on strategic outcomes
- Implementing procurement systems to enhance operational efficiency
- Excelling in contract lifecycle management and compliance monitoring
- Leading teams through complex procurement challenges
- Applying analytical thinking to drive cost management and savings
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. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glance
As PwC is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law.
PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.
Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-work
For only those qualified applicants that are impacted by the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable, arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with these laws. At PwC, we recognize that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to responsibilities such as accessing sensitive company or customer information, handling proprietary assets, or collaborating closely with team members. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled or the posting is removed, unless otherwise set forth on the following webpage. Please visit this link for information about anticipated application deadlines: https://pwc.to/us-application-deadlines
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