Procurement Business Optimization - Project Manager

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This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

 

 

POSITION SUMMARY: 
The Procurement Optimization Consultant - Project Management focused will be responsible for leading and managing the end-to-end process of optimizing procurement practices within the organization. This role involves identifying areas for improvement, implementing strategic solutions, and driving transformational change to enhance sourcing, supplier relationships, and cost-effectiveness. The Project Manager applies project management tools and skills to ensure the successful execution of projects from scope approval to close.

 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead the design, planning, and execution of procurement optimization initiatives to achieve operational excellence, transformational change, and cost savings.
• Conduct thorough analysis of current procurement processes, identifying inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and areas for improvement.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including sourcing, finance, supply chain, and IT, to gather insights, align objectives, and implement best practices.
• Create and manage measurement systems to track project progress, including timeline/milestone tracking, issue/risk log tracking, and benefits/KPI tracking against the business case.
• Provide regular updates and reports to senior management on project status, risks, and opportunities.
• Drive change management efforts to ensure successful adoption of new processes and procedures across the organization, balancing the needs of multiple stakeholders.
• Act as a coach to executives and leaders who are change sponsors and champions, collaborating on change management communication plans and engaging end users throughout the project.
• Conduct market research and supplier evaluations to identify potential strategic partners aligned with company goals and values.
• Stay current with industry trends, regulations, and best practices in procurement to proactively identify opportunities for innovation.
• Implement technology solutions or tools, such as e-procurement systems, data analytics, and automation, to enhance procurement processes.

 

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Formal training or certification in project management is strongly desired.
• Professional certification such as CPSM or PMP is desirable.
• 7+ years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management, with a focus on project management and process optimization.

 

EXPERIENCE:

• Strong understanding of procurement methodologies, best practices, and industry standards.
• Experience successfully managing multiple functional and technical projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively across broad audiences, including senior-level stakeholders.
• Ability to link strategy to actionable initiatives and set clear expectations for cross-functional teams.
• Ability to handle ambiguous and volatile project requirements and lead teams in a matrix organization.
• Strong negotiating and influencing skills, with an analytical mindset to interpret data and make informed decisions.
• Change management expertise to lead teams through process changes and drive successful adoption.
• Proficiency in using procurement software and tools, with experience in e-procurement systems and data analytics platforms being a plus.
• Availability for travel.

 

SKILLS:

• Strong project management, leadership, communication, and presentation skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate with senior-level stakeholders.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and identify trends.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Sense of urg