APAC External Talent Category Procurement Lead

Sourcing & Category Enablement Manager | Senior Level | Full time

Job No. 13964679 | Kuala Lumpur

Job Description

About the Role

This role is responsible for delivering the External Talent strategy across APAC, partnering with regional and local stakeholders to drive sourcing, supplier, and workforce initiatives. You will play a key role in enabling business outcomes by optimizing external talent supply, strengthening partnerships, and ensuring compliant and effective delivery across markets.

Key Responsibilities

Lead execution of the External Talent strategy across APAC markets, adapting to local business needs where required
Develop category strategies, governance frameworks, and performance tracking aligned with regional goals
Oversee implementation of global and regional external talent programs, ensuring alignment with agreed objectives
Drive complex sourcing and contracting initiatives across multiple markets, ensuring compliance with policies and regulations
Build and maintain sourcing pipelines through data-driven analysis of spend, skills demand, and supplier capabilities
Manage relationships with strategic suppliers and support performance governance across markets
Partner with internal stakeholders to address workforce supply needs and support business opportunities
Lead, guide, and develop regional team members and market leads, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement

Qualification

What we are looking for:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience
Minimum 8 years of experience in category management, strategic sourcing, procurement, or supplier management within external talent or professional services
Proven experience managing complex projects and working within matrix organizations
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with experience in data-driven decision making
Demonstrated stakeholder management and influencing skills across senior levels
Knowledge of procurement methodologies, contract negotiations, and supplier management practices
Experience working within compliance frameworks and regulatory environments

Preferred Qualifications

Experience leading regional or multi-country programs
Familiarity with contingent workforce management practices
Experience coaching or mentoring team members
Exposure to procurement tools and data analytics platforms
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multicultural environment

About the Company

We work with one shared purpose: to deliver on the promise of technology and human ingenuity. Every day, more than 775,000 of us help our stakeholders continuously reinvent. Together, we drive positive change and deliver value to our clients, partners, shareholders, communities, and each other.
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At Accenture, we see well-being holistically, supporting our people's physical, mental, and financial health. We also provide opportunities to keep skills relevant through certifications, learning, and diverse work experiences. We're proud to be consistently recognized as one of the World's Best Workplaces™.
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Locations

Kuala Lumpur

Additional Information

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About Accenture

We believe that delivering value requires innovation, and innovation thrives in an inclusive and diverse environment. We actively foster a workplace free from bias, where everyone feels a sense of belonging and is respected and empowered to do their best work.

At Accenture, we see well-being holistically, supporting our people’s physical, mental, and financial health. We also provide opportunities to keep skills relevant through certifications, learning, and diverse work experiences. We’re proud to be consistently recognized as one of the World’s Best Workplaces™.

Join Accenture to work at the heart of change. Visit us at www.accenture.com.