Procurement Specialist

As a professional in this role, you will be responsible for assisting and conducting informational interviews, facilitating meetings with clients, and determining necessary information to perform work on engagements. You will work under the guidance of senior professionals to document project requirements, obtain information from clients, document and analyze client processes, and develop initial deliverables and solutions to client issues. Additionally, you will evaluate client current state and assist with future state definition in various aspects such as process, organization, technology, and information/data. Your role will also involve executing high-quality project management, developing quality documentation, preparing meeting agendas and presentation materials, documenting client meetings, and producing meeting summaries for clients. You will leverage templates to prepare drafts of reports, presentations, and documentation, as well as lead others towards ethical decision making while maintaining confidentiality with highly sensitive client information. Furthermore, you will assist in driving projects through various stages of the project lifecycle, support high-quality process documentation and design, participate in client interviews and documentation processes, and develop relationships with client personnel and management members. You will also contribute to research and drafting of proposals, marketing materials, and other practice documentation, as well as participate in local professional organizations. In terms of qualifications, you are required to have a Bachelor's degree, with a focus on Supply Chain, Business, or related Management disciplines preferred. You should have five or more years of experience in Management/Business Strategy Consulting or related roles, with a strong working knowledge of category management, strategic sourcing, and other supply management disciplines. Client-facing consulting experience is preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), specifically Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, is required. Experience with Smartsheet and Microsoft PowerBI is preferred. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, the ability to work effectively within a team setting, strong analytical and research skills, solid organizational skills, and the ability to meet project deadlines with attention to detail are crucial for success in this role. You should be able to multitask effectively, work both independently and in a team environment, thrive in a deadline-driven environment, and handle multiple projects simultaneously. Additionally, the role may require up to 50% travel as needed. Key Skills: Procurement, Sourcing, Supply Chain Optimization, Strategy, Business Analyst,