Supply Chain and Operations Strategy Senior Manager

Position Overview

Accenture is a leading global professional services company that helps organizations build their digital core and drive transformative change. In our Strategy & Consulting division, specifically within the Sourcing & Procurement Strategy practice, we enable COOs, Chief Procurement Officers, and their teams to redefine procurement as an AI-first, strategic function. As a Strategist, you will advise and shape procurement strategies, transformation plans, and operating models, leveraging technology, data, and AI to unlock 360° value for our clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Define client Procurement vision, transformation roadmaps, and business cases.
• Design and build next-generation operating models and strategic capabilities.
• Embed digital, data, and AI solutions at the core of procurement functions.
• Lead cost & profitability programs across direct, Capex, and Indirect spend through strategic sourcing and business transformation initiatives.
• Manage small to medium-sized teams, mentor and coach colleagues, and collaborate with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Support client sales origination, business development, and thought leadership activities.
• Drive community impact through volunteer initiatives and be available to travel up to 80% as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of experience working on Sourcing & Procurement transformation and cost optimization initiatives.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience at a consulting firm or 10 years of internal consulting experience (or equivalent) in non-consulting companies.
• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Deep specialization in procurement, third-party/vendor cost takeout initiatives, direct material optimization, or operating model transformation.
• Experience leading End-to-End Supply Chain or Procurement transformation programs.
• Proven ability to build and develop relationships, oversee complex programs, and demonstrate team leadership.
• An MBA or equivalent graduate degree.
• Functional-level understanding of digital and AI solutions in the Supply Chain & Procurement space (e.g., SAP Ariba, Coupa).
• Experience with data analytics and visualization tools (such as Power BI, Tableau, Alteryx, Adobe Analytics, or Google Analytics).
• Lean or Six Sigma qualifications.

Benefits & Perks

• Benefits: Market competitive suite including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability coverage, a 401(k) plan, bonus opportunities, paid holidays, and paid time off. For more details, visit the U.S. Employee Benefits page on Accenture’s website.
• Salary: California $122,700 to $317,200; Cleveland $122,700 to $317,200; Colorado $122,700 to $317,200; District of Columbia $122,700 to $317,200; Illinois $122,700 to $317,200; Maryland $122,700 to $317,200; Massachusetts $122,700 to $317,200; Minnesota $122,700 to $317,200; New York $122,700 to $317,200; New Jersey $122,700 to $317,200; Washington $122,700 to $317,200.
• Location: Various U.S. locations including California, Cleveland, Colorado, District of Columbia, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New York, New Jersey, and Washington.