Procurement Strategy Manager - Cost Savings & Transform

Overview KPMG is seeking a Manager to join its Strategy practice, focusing on procurement and sourcing strategy engagements. Responsibilities Lead enterprise-wide Procurement/Sourcing Strategy engagements and drive client deliverables across private equity and corporate industry sectors. Manage Procurement engagement initiatives for the Operations Center of Excellence, overseeing highly skilled KPMG project teams, data request generation, creation of final deliverables, and presentation of outputs. Work closely with business stakeholders to align on Sourcing/Procurement project objectives, develop key deliverables, conduct in-depth assessments, source across a wide range of categories, improve processes, and reach consensus on bottom line cost reduction strategies. Create insights related to the client's strategic and financial ambitions, challenging working capital/cash flow objectives through structured data analyses and risk identification. Manage the presentation of final project deliverables and advise persuasively, earning the position of a trusted advisor. Participate in the professional development of junior KPMG Strategy team members. Qualifications Minimum five years of recent external consulting experience in a client-facing strategy discipline at a major strategy, boutique strategy or Big 4 consulting firm in procurement strategy; or a combination of five years in procurement consulting and work experience in a high-impact procurement related industry role. Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university, preferably in Business Administration, Engineering, or other related field; Master's degree in Business Administration from an accredited college/university is preferred. Industry knowledge or experience in one or more key industry sectors. Hands‑on experience delivering bottom line financial impact via Strategic Sourcing and tactical procurement, as well as delivering cost savings across a wide range of categories with deep experience in cost reduction techniques. Proven ability to perform data‑driven analyses, including problem statement, data discovery and statistical analysis resulting in cash flow improvements and cost reduction. Willingness and ability to travel. Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future; KPMG will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity. Benefits & Salary KPMG offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Salary is determined based on relevant factors such as skills, responsibilities, prior experience, degrees and market considerations. Salary ranges for this role can be found on the KPMG US Careers site. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and a robust suite of personal well‑being benefits. Eligible employees receive personal time off per fiscal year and enjoy two additional breaks each year. Equal Opportunity Employer KPMG is an equal‑opportunity employer. KPMG complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state and local laws. Legal Compliance Los Angeles County applicants: Material job duties for this position are listed above. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness, and safeguard business operations and company reputation. Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. #J-18808-Ljbffr KPMG Careers