Senior Associate, Procurement Strategy – Strategic Sourcing

PwC

. Analyze client needs to develop operational strategies that enhance productivity and business performance .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeNew York City • Alabama • United StatesSenior💰 $77,000 - $202,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in strategic sourcing, procurement process improvement, and supplier relationship management, utilizing SAP Ariba and Coupa Software to drive cost savings and enhance operational performance. Strong analytical thinking and financial management skills are essential for interpreting data and optimizing procurement strategies.

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Strategic SourcingSupplier Relationship ManagementSAP AribaCoupa SoftwareCertified Supply Chain Management Professional (CSCMP)

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Hard Skills

Procurement Process ImprovementSpend AnalysisContract NegotiationFinancial ManagementData Interpretation

Soft Skills

Analytical ThinkingMentoringCollaborationClient ManagementInspiring Others

Tools & Technologies

SAP AribaCoupa Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Certified Supply Chain Management Professional (CSCMP)American Production and Inventory Control Society (APICS)Institute for Supply Management (ISM)

Industry Keywords

Supply Chain ManagementProcurementCost ReductionOperational StrategiesSupplier Performance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Analyze client needs to develop operational strategies that enhance productivity and business performance
Collaborate with clients to optimize sourcing and procurement processes for cost savings and supply chain resilience
Implement strategic sourcing frameworks and digital procurement solutions
Manage supplier relationships to foster collaboration and optimize supplier performance
Use SAP Ariba and Coupa Software to streamline procurement activities
Conduct spend analysis and supplier evaluations to identify cost-reduction opportunities
Lead contract negotiations and confirm contractual compliance
Apply analytical thinking and financial management skills to drive procurement strategy and value capture
Navigate complex procurement scenarios to deliver quality solutions and support client objectives
Mentor junior team members
Build client connections and learn to manage and inspire others

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least a Bachelor's degree
At least 3 years of experience
Preference for study in Accounting, Business Administration/Management, Computer Science/Information Systems, Design/Multimedia, Economics, Engineering, Finance, Operations/Supply Chain, Organizational Management/Behavior, Project/Technology Management, or Science
At least one of: Certified Supply Chain Management Professional (CSCMP), American Production and Inventory Control Society (APICS), or Institute for Supply Management (ISM)
Analytical thinking to enhance procurement strategies
Experience managing complex procurement processes with SAP Ariba and Coupa Software
Supplier negotiation and relationship management experience
Procurement process improvement and strategic sourcing experience
Ability to interpret data for spend analysis and supply chain costing
Ability to travel up to 60%
Must not require PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as permitted by PwC policy

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual discretionary bonus
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401k
Holiday pay
Vacation
Personal and family sick leave