Digital Procurement Manager Jobs

Line of Service
Advisory

Industry/Sector
Not Applicable

Specialism
Operations

Management Level
Manager

& Summary
A career within Operations Consulting services, will provide you with the opportunity to help our clients optimise all elements of their operations to move beyond the role of a cost effective business enabler and become a source of competitive advantages. We focus on product innovation and development, supply chain, procurement and sourcing, manufacturing operations, service operations and capital asset programmes to drive both growth and profitability.
A career within Digital Procurement Advisory at PwC will give you the opportunity to work closely with strategic thinkers and problem solvers in a challenging environment. You’ll work with clients across sectors – from government and public sector, to private sector organizations in a variety of industries to jointly improve their procurement practices, identify and unlock value at the front-end of their supply chain, and safeguard their sources of supply. The client challenges you help solve, and solutions you deliver will help organizations navigate today’s economic environment, while also setting them up for continued success and self-sufficiency. At the same time, you’ll continually refine and develop your own capabilities through practical engagement delivery, continuous technical upskilling and formal training, and the professional connections you make.
What to consider before applying
This role has the option of being based out of our Toronto offices.
Meaningful work you’ll be part of
As a Manager, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Deliver category management implementation engagements
• Directly support procurement transformations to drive cost reductions, identify process efficiency opportunities, improve performance and capabilities  or performance, or implement relevant technology solutions as required (ie: Ariba, Coupa…etc)
• Advise clients on  leading practices, insights and trends across the Procurement function in various industries, leveraging the PwC’s global network experience
• Coach, develop and share knowledge from across PwC’s global network with our team; and actively participate in staff recruitment activities.  
• Guide blended consulting/client teams from initial assessment to implementation and continuous improvement
• Manage engagement risk and project economics including planning and budgeting
• Collaborate with PwC colleagues across other operating units and lines of services globally to “win as one” and develop unique solutions to service our clients’ needs
• Develop and nurture trusted relationships with stakeholders and key clients
• Lead the delivery of large engagements from initial assessment and business case to full implementation and value creation.
• Support the development and delivery of training and share knowledge from across the global network with our team
• Plan and execute regular Digital Procurement practice-wide meetings and status calls, and other team events
• Lead and coach delivery teams in conducting detailed analyses, leveraging digital tools, preparing client and executive presentations, preparing procurement documents
• Contribute to pursuits and proposal development, including supporting the development of innovative approaches and methodologies
• Directly support leadership team through contribution to sales pursuits and other client relationship activities and strategy development on new and emerging technologies and practices

• High level of professional integrity, a commitment to teamwork, and enthusiasm to motivate others
• Bilingual proficiency in French and English is considered an asset
• Familiarity with using and deploying procurement/ERP technology solutions (e.g. SAP, SalesForce, Workday, etc.) is considered an asset 
• Environmental, Social and Corporate Governance( ESG)
• Exposure to contracting and demand planning methodologies
• Excellent oral and written communication skills 
• Contract vehicle structuring and comprehension 
• Highly capable to prepare and/or coordinate complex or comprehensive written and visual materials
• Procurement function transformation (including Operating Model transformation) 
• Spend Management and analytics
• PMP, SCMP/SCMA, CIPS, CPSM, CSCP or other relevant procurement/supply chain certifications are considered an asset
• Analytical mindset, and experience using data processing and dashboarding tools (e.g. Excel, Alteryx, PowerBI, Tableau, etc.) 
• Hands-on procurement experience related to:
  
  • Spend Management and analytics
    
  • Category Management (including strategic sourcing for direct & indirect categories)
    
  • Contract vehicle structuring and comprehension 
    
  • Procurement function transformation (including Operating Model transformation) 
    
  • Supplier Management, value chain risk management
    
  • Environmental, Social and Corporate Governance( ESG)
    
  • Agile procurement techniques and leading practices
    
• Working experience in a procurement function preferably within a consulting environment
• Agile procurement techniques and leading practices
• Proven leader with ability to build solid and collaborative relationships with team members, foster a productive teamwork environment
• Category Management (including strategic sourcing for direct & indirect categories)
• Creative thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Supplier Management, value chain risk management

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Travel Requirements
Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?
No

Government Clearance Required?
No

Job Posting End Date

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