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Indirect Procurement Operations - Senior Associate
full-time•Mexico City
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Industry/Sector
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IFS - Internal Firm Services - OtherManagement Level
Senior AssociateJob Description & Summary
At PwC, our people in procurement focus on purchasing processes and managing supplier relationships to drive cost savings and operational efficiency. These individuals enable the organisation to obtain quality goods and services at the best possible price.Those in goods, products and services procurement at PwC will focus on executing, managing and optimising purchase processes and some supplier relationship management. You will be responsible for assisting the organisation in obtaining quality goods at the appropriate price, driving cost savings and operational efficiency.
Focused on relationships, you are building meaningful client connections, and learning how to manage and inspire others. Navigating increasingly complex situations, you are growing your personal brand, deepening technical expertise and awareness of your strengths. You are expected to anticipate the needs of your teams and clients, and to deliver quality. Embracing increased ambiguity, you are comfortable when the path forward isn’t clear, you ask questions, and you use these moments as opportunities to grow.
Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:
- Respond effectively to the diverse perspectives, needs, and feelings of others.
- Use a broad range of tools, methodologies and techniques to generate new ideas and solve problems.
- Use critical thinking to break down complex concepts.
- Understand the broader objectives of your project or role and how your work fits into the overall strategy.
- Develop a deeper understanding of the business context and how it is changing.
- Use reflection to develop self awareness, enhance strengths and address development areas.
- Interpret data to inform insights and recommendations.
- Uphold and reinforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.
Experience Level: 3 to 6 years
Education: Bachelor’s degree required
Language: Advanced proficiency in English
Key Responsibilities
Manage and oversee daily operations of procurement systems to ensure efficiency and accuracy across all processes.
Process procurement requests with rigor and timeliness, supporting a smooth workflow.
Lead supplier onboarding activities, ensuring comprehensive compliance, documentation, and operational support.
Support contract management initiatives and contribute to related procurement functions.
Drive the implementation and continuous enhancement of procurement tools and system capabilities.
Collaborate closely on sourcing events such as RFPs and RFQs, providing critical administrative and operational support.
Maintain, update, and standardize procurement documentation and internal process guidelines.
Provide expert user support and guidance on procurement systems and workflows, enabling teams to maximize tool usage.
Actively contribute to the development and refinement of procurement policies and best practices to enhance operational effectiveness.
Technical Requirements
- Solid proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Teams and SharePoint, to manage collaboration and document workflows effectively.
- Hands-on experience with Source-to-Pay (S2P) systems and a keen interest in leveraging technology to optimize procurement processes.
- Familiarity with cutting-edge AI tools such as Copilot and ChatGPT to support enhanced operational efficiency.
Travel Requirements
Up to 20%Job Posting End Date
What you'll do
- Manage and oversee daily operations of procurement systems to ensure efficiency and accuracy. Lead supplier onboarding activities and support contract management initiatives.
About PwC
At PwC, we help clients drive their companies to the leading edge. We’re a tech-forward, people-empowered network with more than 370,000 people in 149 countries. Across audit and assurance, tax and legal, deals and consulting we help build, accelerate and sustain momentum. Find out more at www.pwc.com.
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