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Director, Procurement Strategy and Performance Improvement

Director, Procurement Strategy and Performance Improvement

KPMGChicago, IL, United States
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

KPMG Advisory practice is currently our fastest growing practice. We are seeing tremendous client demand, and looking forward we do not anticipate that slowing down. In this ever-changing market environment, our professionals must be adaptable and thrive in a collaborative, team-driven culture. At KPMG, our people are our number one priority. With a wealth of learning and career development opportunities, a world-class training facility and leading market tools, we make sure our people continue to grow both professionally and personally. If you're looking for a firm with a strong team connection where you can be your whole self, have an impact, advance your skills, deepen your experiences, and have the flexibility and access to constantly find new areas of inspiration and expand your capabilities, then consider a career in Advisory.

KPMG is currently seeking a Director to join our KPMG Strategy practice.

Responsibilities :

  • Serve as a key advisor to identify and direct enterprise-wide procurement and sourcing strategy projects
  • Oversee client deliverables across private equity and corporate industry sectors; manage the presentation of final project deliverables and advise persuasively, earning the position of a trusted advisor
  • Help lead business development initiatives focused on operations and procurement improvement strategies including targeting key C- level individuals and proposing KPMG's services
  • Work closely with business stakeholders and align with clients on sourcing and procurement project objectives, structure key activities and deliverables, conduct in-depth assessments, source across a wide range of categories, improve sourcing and procurement processes, reach consensus on bottom line cost reduction strategies, and facilitate implementation of changes
  • Act as the primary team interface with various levels of client executives up to and including C-level
  • Participate in professional development of KPMG Strategy team members and assist with the recruiting and training of new staff

Qualifications :

  • Minimum of eight years of recent, external consulting experience in a client facing strategy, discipline at a major strategy, boutique strategy or Big 4 consulting firm in procurement strategy, or a combination of eight years in procurement consulting and work experience in a high impact procurement related industry role which includes C-level communications and presentations
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in Business Administration, Engineering, or other related field; Master's degree in Business Administration from an accredited college or university is preferred
  • Deep industry knowledge and experience in one or more of KPMG? key industry sectors
  • Hands-on experience at a strategic C-level delivering bottom line financial impact via strategic sourcing and tactical procurement as well as delivering cost savings across a wide range of categories and deep experience in cost reduction techniques (technical cost reduction, target cost modelling, etc.)
  • Experience in new business development and developing client relationships within a professional services environment
  • Willingness and ability to travel
  • Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa)
  • KPMG LLP and its affiliates and subsidiaries ("KPMG") complies with all local / state regulations regarding displaying salary ranges. If required, the ranges displayed below or via the URL below are specifically for those potential hires who will work in the location(s) listed. Any offered salary is determined based on relevant factors such as applicant's skills, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications and market considerations. In addition, KPMG is proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, with options designed to help you make the best decisions for yourself, your family, and your lifestyle. Available benefits are based on eligibility. Our Total Rewards package includes a variety of medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and a robust suite of personal well-being benefits to support your mental health. Depending on job classification, standard work hours, and years of service, KPMG provides Personal Time Off per fiscal year. Additionally, each year KPMG publishes a calendar of holidays to be observed during the year and provides eligible employees two breaks each year where employees will not be required to use Personal Time Off; one is at year end and the other is around the July 4th holiday. Additional details about our benefits can be found towards the bottom of our KPMG US Careers site at Benefits & How We Work .

    Follow this link to obtain salary ranges by city outside of CA :

    https : / / kpmg.com / us / en / how-we-work / pay-transparency.html / ?id=M135DAS_2_25

    California Salary Range : $155000 - $286600

    KPMG offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. KPMG is an equal opportunity employer. KPMG complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. The attached link contains further information regarding KPMG's compliance with federal, state and local recruitment and hiring laws. No phone calls or agencies please.

    KPMG recruits on a rolling basis. Candidates are considered as they apply, until the opportunity is filled. Candidates are encouraged to apply expeditiously to any role(s) for which they are qualified that is also of interest to them.

    Los Angeles County applicants : Material job duties for this position are listed above. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness, and safeguard business operations and company reputation. Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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