Consultant

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Consultant based in India.

This Consultant role offers a high-impact opportunity to work at the intersection of procurement, supply chain, and analytics in a fast-paced, global consulting environment.
You will engage directly with clients to solve complex business challenges and improve operational efficiency across sourcing and spend management initiatives.
The role involves driving data-led insights, supporting strategic decision-making, and influencing cost optimization at scale.
You will collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders while managing both client expectations and internal delivery teams.
This position requires strong analytical thinking, adaptability, and the ability to perform under ambiguity.
It also provides leadership exposure through the management and mentoring of junior analysts.
Overall, it is a career-accelerating role designed for professionals who thrive in dynamic, client-facing environments.

• Lead and support client engagements across procurement and supply chain transformation initiatives, ensuring high-quality delivery and stakeholder satisfaction.
• Conduct spend analysis, strategic sourcing, forecasting, consolidation, and other procurement optimization activities.
• Manage and oversee a team of 8–10 analysts, including performance tracking, governance, and workload coordination.
• Identify risks, develop mitigation strategies, and coordinate with internal teams to resolve issues efficiently.
• Communicate project scope, objectives, and updates clearly to stakeholders while managing expectation changes.
• Coach and mentor analysts, providing guidance on methodologies, tools, and best practices.
• Develop insights using data analytics and storytelling techniques, including TCO and Should-Cost modeling using Excel and PowerPoint.
• Support RFx processes, supplier evaluations, negotiations, and benchmarking activities.

Requirements:

• 3–5 years of experience in supply chain, procurement, or consulting, ideally within large or global organizations.
• Strong hands-on experience with procurement and financial analysis, including advanced Excel (pivot tables, charts, modeling) and PowerPoint.
• Experience with Procure-to-Pay platforms such as Ariba, Coupa, or similar tools.
• Proven ability to conduct data analysis, build models, and translate insights into actionable recommendations.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with confidence engaging senior stakeholders.
• Experience in procurement assessments, supplier research, interviewing, and report writing.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask, prioritize, and adapt in fast-changing environments.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation aligned with experience and market standards.
• Remote-first flexibility within India.
• Strong exposure to global clients, industries, and complex transformation projects.
• Continuous learning and professional development opportunities.
• Direct mentorship and access to senior leaders.
• Entrepreneurial, collaborative work environment with strong team culture.
• Opportunities to contribute to strategic initiatives and industry-facing activities.

We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.

We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!

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