Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Operations

Management Level

Senior Manager

Job Description & Summary

The Opportunity

As a Source-to-Pay Technology Consultant (Coupa, ZIP, GEP) Senior Manager, you will focus on optimizing sourcing and procurement processes to drive cost savings, enhance supplier collaboration, and strengthen supply chain resilience. You will work closely with clients to analyze sourcing strategies, identify opportunities for cost reduction, and develop strategies to improve procurement efficiency and effectiveness. Within our Operations practice, you will provide guidance on implementing strategic sourcing frameworks, supplier relationship management, and digital procurement solutions.

As a Senior Manager, you will leverage your skills and professional network to deliver quality results. You will motivate and coach teams to solve complex problems, applying sound judgment to recognize when to take action and when to escalate. Your ability to develop and sustain diverse and inclusive teams, along with your commitment to excellence, contributes to the success of our firm. In this role, you will craft and convey clear, impactful messages, apply systems thinking to identify underlying problems, and validate outcomes with clients, sharing alternative perspectives and acting on feedback.

Responsibilities

- Leading strategic sourcing and procurement initiatives to optimize cost savings and supplier collaboration
- Analyzing client needs to develop operational strategies that enhance productivity and drive business performance
- Implementing digital procurement solutions and strategic sourcing frameworks to improve procurement efficiency
- Managing supplier relationships and conducting supplier evaluations to strengthen supply chain resilience
- Utilizing Coupa, GEP, and SAP Ariba software to streamline procurement processes and contract management
- Directing teams through complex procurement challenges, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment
- Applying systems thinking to identify underlying problems and opportunities within sourcing strategies
- Crafting and conveying clear, impactful messages that align with client objectives and business goals
- Validating outcomes with clients and incorporating feedback to refine procurement strategies
- Initiating open and honest coaching conversations to develop high-performing teams and drive results

What You Must Have

- At least a Bachelor's degree
- At least 7 years of experience

What 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)
- Leveraging skills in complex procurement and contract negotiation
- Utilizing Coupa, ZIP, and GEP software for procurement processes
- Demonstrating proficiency in supplier relationship management (SRM)
- Applying systems thinking to identify procurement opportunities
- Excelling in strategic sourcing and supply chain analysis

Travel Requirements

Up to 60%

Job Posting End Date

The salary range for this position is: $124,000 - $280,000. 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: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glance

As 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: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.

Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-work

For 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: https://pwc.to/us-application-deadlines