Risk and compliance Senior manager

Role Overview: As a Procurement Risk Senior Manager at Accenture, you will play a pivotal role in leading the design, implementation, and governance of regional and global risk management processes across Procurement Plus (P+). Your responsibilities will revolve around ensuring that procurement activities align with the company's risk appetite, regulatory obligations, and ethical standards. This strategic position demands a combination of strategic foresight, project management expertise, and the ability to influence senior stakeholders throughout the organization. Key Responsibilities: - Drive global risk management projects that support enterprise risk priorities and regulatory requirements. - Manage category risk, policy redesign, supplier due diligence, V&A procurement risks, fraud management, and audit readiness. - Collaborate with Global Process Owners and Risk Domain Owners to integrate new controls into procurement processes and respond to emerging threats efficiently. - Oversee the implementation of risk management tools and AI technology within the procurement function. - Serve as the regional strategic risk lead within the APAC region, monitoring and assessing regional risk trends and compliance gaps to develop actionable mitigation strategies. - Build strong relationships with regional procurement leads, local legal teams, and information security teams to tailor global policies to local contexts effectively. - Act as the primary point of contact for regional procurement risk escalations, audit findings, and fraud cases involving suppliers or procurement spend. - Drive stakeholder engagement by acting as a trusted advisor to various leadership teams, representing Procurement Risk in cross-functional forums, and participating in crisis response teams. - Provide guidance and oversight to project managers and other resources supporting risk initiatives. Qualification Required: - Educational qualifications should include a Master's degree. - Proficiency in Microsoft tools (PPT, Excel, Word) is essential for this role. - Experience in procurement risk management, operations, risk analytics, policy governance, and audit processes will be beneficial. - Ability to lead cross-functional programs and demonstrate excellent stakeholder management skills is crucial for fulfilling the responsibilities of this role at Accenture.,