Sourcing & Procurement - Artificial Intelligence - Senior Associate
On-siteBengaluru, Karnataka, India or Hyderabad, Telangana, India
Job Summary
Analyze client needs to develop operational strategies that enhance sourcing and procurement processes while leading engagements to optimize strategies through data-driven methodologies. Implement strategic sourcing frameworks and supplier relationship management to drive cost savings and improve supply chain resilience. Develop AI-enabled procurement strategies by assessing client readiness and identifying high-value use cases, including designing data governance frameworks and deploying machine learning models using AWS and Databricks. Conduct workshops to transfer knowledge on new tools and technologies, validate engagement quality standards, and guide junior team members. Collaborate with leadership on business development initiatives to build a capable workforce within the Operations practice at PwC Acceleration Center India.
Required Qualifications
- At least a Bachelor's degree
- At least 2 years of experience
- Oral and written proficiency in English
Desired Qualifications
- Excelling in complex procurement and contract negotiation
- Utilizing SAP Ariba and Coupa Software for procurement processes
- Demonstrating analytical thinking in spend analysis and supplier evaluation
- Embracing change and innovation in digital procurement solutions
- Leading workshops and training sessions for knowledge transfer
- Developing AI models for sourcing and procurement modernization
- Building meaningful client relationships through strategic sourcing initiatives
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