Trainee- Procurement Advisory

Key Responsibilities:

1. Research & Data Analysis:

• Conduct

  primary and secondary research

  to support client inquiries related to procurement.
• Utilize industry tools such as

  Hoovers, OneSource, Capital IQ, ISM, Caps Research, IBIS World, Purchasing.com

  , and more.
• Leverage Hackett proprietary tools like

  Mindshare, Client Portal, and File Manager

  (training provided).
• Analyze data to extract

  relevant insights

  and synthesize findings into actionable deliverables.
• Maintain an

  ongoing understanding

  of Hackett's published research to enhance inquiry responses.

2. Client Support & Deliverables:

• Support client projects by preparing

  high-quality deliverables

  including reports, presentations, and data analyses.
• Ensure

  Turnaround Time (TAT)

  targets are met for all research requests.
• Collaborate with

  QA teams and functional experts

  to verify data accuracy and relevance.
• Participate in

  internal advisory team calls

  , providing insights and updates on research progress.

3. Operational & Project Support:

• Monitor project progress, identify potential

  bottlenecks

  , and proactively suggest solutions.
• Clearly communicate your

  research approach

  and methodology to the Practice Leader and advisory team.
• Identify and escalate

  obstacles or challenges

  in data collection and analysis early in the process.

4. Functional Development:

• Contribute to process improvements within the procurement function.
• Support internal initiatives aimed at enhancing research methodologies and client service quality.

Essential Skills:

Job-Related Skills:

• Educational Requirement:

  MBA from a reputable business school with a focus on

  Operations, Procurement, or Supply Chain Management

  .
• Strong

  written and verbal communication

  skills for effective reporting and presentation.
• Proficiency in

  Microsoft Office

  , with advanced skills in

  PowerPoint

  for creating impactful presentations.
• Ability to

  analyze data

  and synthesize information to support strategic recommendations.
• Highly

  organized

  , detail-oriented, and able to meet deadlines consistently.

• Dynamic, flexible, and persistent

  with a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Personal Attributes:

• Strong understanding of

  business objectives

  and organizational structures.

• Ethical, trustworthy

  , and committed to maintaining confidentiality and integrity.
• Collaborative team player with a strong

  commitment to excellence

  .
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities effectively.

Preferred Skills:

• Prior experience in

  research publication

  or contributing to research projects is a plus.

• Self-motivated

  , quick learner with the ability to work independently.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a

  strategic mindset

  .
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments while maintaining high-quality standards.