Sourcing & Procurement – Senior Solution Specialist

US E – Consulting Sourcing & Procurement Senior Solution Specialist USDC

Are you an experienced, a pioneer who is passionate about supply chains and analytics? As a Supply Chain Consultant, you will have the ability to share new ideas and collaborate on projects without the extensive demands of travel. Consider an opportunity with our US Delivery Center – we are breaking the mold of a typical Delivery Center.

Our US Delivery Centers have been growing since 2014 with significant, continued growth on the horizon.

Interested? Read more about our opportunity below

Work youll do/Responsibilities

Conduct data analysis, prepare quantitative models, work with project teams

Strong understanding of source to contract and/or category management services as it pertains to sourcing and procurement processes

Strong experience in spend diagnosis and assessment, using analytical tools: Excel, Sql, Access, etc.

Demonstrate category knowledge in one or more indirect/direct categories (e.g. IT, Telecom, HR, Marketing, Facilities, MRO, Professional Services, Travel, etc.)

Experience in execution medium to large sized sourcing projects

Work with client stakeholder to understand and documents their requirements

Perform TCO (total cost of ownership) analysis and market research to develop robust sourcing strategies and recommendations

Strong ability to synthesize data into actionable insights, deliverables and robust sourcing strategies

Develop project plans and drive the execution of the sourcing strategy

Work with team and client stakeholders to identify improvement opportunities

Present project results including identified savings and recommendations to client executives

Address escalated issues to ensure client satisfaction

Manage medium complexity negotiations and support contracting process

Support development category eminence, strategies and products/services to demonstrate Deloittes expertise and market presence

The Team

From our centers, we work with Deloitte consultants at client site to analyze, design, develop, and build solutions to help clients reimagine, reshape and rewire the competitive fabric of their supply chains across industries. Our US centers house a multitude of specialists, ranging from systems designers, architects, integrators, analytics experts, domain specialists to creative digital experts as well as cyber risk and human capital professionals. All work together on diverse projects from advisory services, advanced preconfigured solutions and methodologies, to brand-building and campaign management. We are a unique blend of skills and experiences, yet we underline the value of each individual, providing customized career paths, fostering innovation and knowledge development with a focus on quality.

Qualifications Required

Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Business Process Management, Analytics, or equivalent experience from reputed institutes

6 years of experience in sourcing, supplier management, category management or industry environment with a demonstrated track record of results

Minimum of 2-3 years of relevant prior consulting and/or industry experience

Deep experience with category knowledge in of one or more indirect/ direct categories (e.g. IT, Telecom, HR, Marketing, Facilities, MRO, Professional Services, Travel, etc.)

Proven track record of success implementing and delivering large strategic sourcing projects

Lead teams in the development of score cards and the analysis of sourcing results to guide client decisions

Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills

Strong leadership skills to mentor and team members on sourcing project execution

Highly proficient working with MS Office suite (e.g. Excel and PowerPoint)

Hands on experience with e-Sourcing tools such as Coupa and Ariba

Candidates should demonstrate experience and / or knowledge in any sector (experience in the Consumer & Industrial Products, Technology & Telecom , Automotive, and Health Industries, including Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices would be an added bonus)

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future

Must live in a commutable distance (approximately 100-mile radius) to one of the following Delivery locations: Atlanta, GA; Charlotte, NC; Dallas, TX; Gilbert, AZ; Houston, TX; Lake Mary, FL; Mechanicsburg, PA; Philadelphia, PA with the ability to commute to assigned location for the day, without the need for overnight accommodations

Expectation to co-locate in your designated Delivery location up to 30% of the time based on business needs. This may include a maximum of 10% overnight client/project travel.

Ability to travel 10%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve. This may include overnight travel

Preferred

M.B.A Degree

Ability to mentor and lead project team members to deliver task assignments on or before deadlines

Excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills with the ability to exercise mature judgment.

Strong project management skills

Experience with visualization tools such as: Tableau, QlikView, QlikSense, Power BI MS Visio

Ability to foster relationship with client stakeholders

Deep business process design and analytics skills

Information for applicants with a need for accommodation: https://www2.deloitte.com/us/en/pages/careers/articles/join-deloitte-assistance-for-disabled-applicants.html

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.