Infrastructure & Capital Projects - Senior Procurement Specialist, ANS

Job Description

Job Description

You’ve Never Been Satisfied with "Good Enough."

 

You want to make an impact, not just manage projects, but change how the world gets built. At Accenture Infrastructure & Capital Projects, you’ll do exactly that. You’ll help develop and deliver the factories, grids, transit systems, and public infrastructure that keep communities moving - and do it smarter, safer, and more sustainably than ever before.

 

You’ll work alongside people who think big and act bold - project managers, engineers, technologists, and strategists who blend real-world experience with digital innovation and AI. Together, we’re transforming how capital projects are planned, managed, and executed, creating a better way to build for the future.

 

Because “good enough” builds the past. You’re here to build what’s next, on a team that outperforms every norm.

 

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As Accenture continues to grow, you may see a variety of new career opportunities, and depending on the role and location you may be directed to apply through Accenture Infrastructure and Capital Projects LLP or one of our other legal entities - Accenture Infrastructure and Capital Projects, LLC or Accenture Infrastructure and Capital Projects Inc., with benefits varying by country and role, so please check with your recruiter for details.

THE WORK:

• You’ll develop and execute procurement and contracting strategies aligned with project scope, timeline, and delivery objectives

• You’ll define packaging, sourcing, and engagement models to balance risk, cost, and scope across data center construction projects

• You’ll partner with engineering, finance, and legal teams to support WBS development and optimize sourcing strategies

• You’ll lead strategic sourcing efforts, driving value through supplier consolidation, standardization, and cost reduction initiatives

• You’ll oversee pre-award activities, tender clarifications, and contract negotiations to ensure full commercial and technical alignment

• You’ll establish and enforce procurement and contract management processes across FEED and EPCM project phases

• You’ll review and approve contract documents, ensuring compliance with scope, safety, and corporate governance requirements

• You’ll manage contractor and consultant performance while ensuring accurate, timely processing of RFPs, RFAs, and contractual documentation

• You’ll serve as the primary liaison across internal teams, suppliers, and stakeholders, providing regular updates on contract status, risks, and performance

• You’ll identify and mitigate procurement risks while monitoring KPIs, supplier performance, and adherence to HSSEQ and project standard

• Flexible : The work location for this role will include a mix of working remotely, onsite at a client or in an Accenture office or center.
• With all our roles, there is some in-person time for collaboration, learning and building relationships with clients, peers, leaders and communities. As an employer, we will be as flexible as possible to support your specific work/life needs.

HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL NEED:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or related field (Master’s preferred)
• 7+ years of procurement and contract management experience within capital projects, ideally in the pharmaceutical, chemical, or industrial sectors
• Strong knowledge of EPC/EPCM models, FEED execution, and sourcing of engineering, construction, and process equipment packages
• Experience with various contract forms (lump-sum, cost-plus, target cost) and risk allocation strategies
• Working knowledge of local procurement regulations and construction law
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, ERP/procurement tools (e.g., SAP, Ariba), and cost analysis techniques

BONUS POINTS IF YOU HAVE:

• Bilingual proficiency in English and French preferred.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship-building abilities; calm and adaptable under pressure; capable of leading through influence across global project teams.

Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in Illinois, Maine, Minnesota, California, Colorado, District of Columbia, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey, Ohio, Virginia or Washington as set forth below.

 

We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply.

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