Procurement Strategy and Strategic Sourcing - Value Capture Senior Associate

Industry/SectorNot ApplicableSpecialismOperationsManagement LevelSenior AssociateJob Description & SummaryThe OpportunityAs a Procurement Strategy and Strategic Sourcing - Value Capture Senior Associate you will analyze sourcing and procurement opportunities, develop value capture strategies, and help clients improve cost performance, supplier collaboration, and procurement effectiveness within our Operations Consulting practice. As a Senior Associate you will build meaningful client connections, manage assigned workstreams, use critical thinking to break down complex concepts, and develop your technical skills while learning how to guide and inspire junior team members. In this role at PwC, you will assess sourcing strategies, identify opportunities to reduce spend, support supplier relationship management, and contribute to digital procurement initiatives that help clients improve operational performance.Responsibilities- Analyzing client sourcing and procurement needs to identify value capture opportunities and cost reduction levers- Developing strategic sourcing approaches that improve supplier performance, procurement efficiency, and supply chain resilience- Managing workstreams for procurement strategy, contract negotiation, and supplier selection activities- Interpreting spend, supplier, and market data to shape actionable recommendations and sourcing decisions- Supporting contract management and contractual compliance monitoring across sourcing initiatives- Applying procurement software and e-procurement tools to streamline processes and improve visibility- Assessing supplier capabilities through evaluation, negotiation, and relationship management activities- Coordinating planning, budgeting, and forecasting inputs for sourcing and procurement initiatives- Guiding junior team members on task execution, issue resolution, and deliverable preparation- Building client relationships by anticipating needs, adapting to changing priorities, and presenting clear insightsWhat You Must Have- At least a Bachelor's degree- At least 3 years of experienceWhat Sets You Apart- Preference for at least one of the following fields of study: Accounting, Business Administration/Management, Computer Science/Information Systems, Design/Multimedia, Economics, Engineering, Finance, Operations/Supply Chain, Organizational Management/Behavior, Project/Technology Management, Science- At least one of the following: Certified Supply Chain Management Professional (CSCMP), American Production and Inventory Control Society (APICS), Institute for Supply Management (ISM)- Demonstrating procurement strategy skills in value capture engagements- Applying strategic sourcing methods across complex procurement workstreams- Interpreting supplier data to inform sourcing recommendations- Using contract negotiation skills in client-facing delivery- Anticipating stakeholder needs while navigating ambiguityTravel RequirementsUp to 80%Job Posting End DateThe salary range for this position is: $77,000 - $202,000. 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: 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: more about how we work: 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: NY-New York; NC-Raleigh; NC-Charlotte; IL-Chicago; OH-Cincinnati; OH-Cleveland; OH-Columbus; TX-Dallas; MD-Baltimore; VA-Richmond; NY-Rochester; CA-Sacramento; MA-Boston; MO-St. Louis; UT-Salt Lake City; TX-San Antonio; CA-San Diego; CA-San Francisco; CA-Silicon Valley; WA-Seattle; SC-Spartanburg; NY-Albany; CT-Stamford; GA-Atlanta; OH-Toledo; TX-Austin; OK-Tulsa; DC-Washington; CO-Denver; IA-Des Moines; MI-Detroit; NY-Buffalo; NJ-Florham Park; TX-Houston; IN-Indianapolis; CA-Irvine; FL-Jacksonville; MO-Kansas City; NV-Las Vegas; AR-Little Rock; CA-Los Angeles; KY-Louisville; AL-Birmingham; AR-Fayetteville; WI-Milwaukee; MN-Minneapolis; TN-Nashville; US-Hybrid; LA-New Orleans; OK-Oklahoma City; PA-Philadelphia; PA-Pittsburgh; OR-PortlandType: Full time