Procurement Technology Consultant

Job Description

Procurement Technology ConsultantDesired Skill sets: Procurement, S2P, Source-to-Pay, GEP SMART, Coupa, Ariba, Zycus, Digital Transformation, Procurement TransformationJob Overview:- This role requires the individual to assist clients in Source-to-Contract (S2C) engagements, Procure-to-Pay (P2P) operations/ transformation initiatives ranging from operational improvement, strategic cost reduction initiatives, change management work streams to system/tool implementation at a global scale.- He/she is responsible for managing internal stakeholders, external partners, successfully lead technology-based transformation efforts, and support with leadership updates.- He/she should have strong analytical skills and the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy.- He/she would work with cross-functional teams and business leads to ensure project deliverables, manage risks or escalations, and seek support on roadblocks.- Independently manage end-to-end technology lead process transformation workstreams for Source to Pay processes for either direct or indirect spend category with complete ownership to meet client requirements, cost reduction targets, compliance, and improvement on KPIs- Drive continuous improvement opportunity projects to drive productivity or reducing process cycle time- Demonstrate ability in managing IT projects for Procurement- Collaborating with implementation partners to ensure a detailed transition approach and plans for individual geographies/business portfolios- Aligning with key stakeholders (Procurement Directors, Business Leads, Delivery Leads, and others) on plan- Working with transformation PMO to proactively identify risks and mitigation approaches- Working with support functions and transformation teams to ensure the project receives the right enablement at the right time- Supporting Change Management activities to prepare the client for deployment and adoption (ChangeProgram, Operating Model & Organizational alignment, Communications, Trainings)- Conduct clients current capabilities evaluation and gap assessment, alternatives assessment and developstrategic ways-to-play for the client to stay ahead of the curve- Lead right from process diagnostic and initial opportunity assessment to planning and strategy development through implementationMust have:- Extensive hands-on experience (at least 2-5 years) in either Source-to-Contract engagements or Procure-to-Pay process implementation/improvement for Fortune 500 companies- Working and hands-on knowledge of ERP tools and best-in-class S2P tools - e.g. SAP Ariba/ Coupa/ Zycus, etc.- 5 to 10 years of progressive industry and/or consulting experience in FMCG, F&B, IT/High-tech,Industrial/Consumer Goods, Retail, or Manufacturing.- Strong negotiation skills, good interpersonal skills, and ability to work in a cross-functional globalorganization- Prior experience in team management with strong stakeholder management skills & the ability to work with remote teams- Experience in analyzing clients processes and operational data to identify opportunities, develop insightsand prepare a business case to deliver procurement transformational projects.Good to have:- Certification such as CSCP, CPM, SPSM is a plus- Digital Procurement Transformation experience with Procurement tech implementationEducational Qualifications: Strong educational background from reputed engineering and management schoolsPersonal Attributes:- Strong customer-centric focus, relationship management with key partners, persuasive, proactive, and can-do attitude is a must- English ; Fluent, written, and oral (ability to interact with senior stakeholders)- Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment and meet tight deadlines.- Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines, and reporting.- Strong work ethics and ability to adhere to timelines- Compassionate towards team members and colleaguesNote : For your candidature to be considered on this job, you need to apply necessarily on the companys redirected page of this job. Please make sure you apply on the redirected page as well.,

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