Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Expert in category management and sourcing execution as well as project management and planning
• Good knowledge of procurement and category strategy development and conveyance
• Proven knowledge in sourcing and procurement methodologies and concepts 
• Strong in analytics and the ability to analyze specifications and influence demand
• Very strong in stakeholder and relationship management as well as supplier management
• Strong in risk and compliance management as well as supplier management
• Strong capability to independently interact throughout the broader Accenture organization 
• Strong analytical, presentation, communication, interpersonal and influencing skills
• Strong knowledge of procurement tools content and data analysis
• Project and process management knowledge and experience
• Forward, out of the box thinking and an innovative, disruptive, and open mindset
• Action oriented and solution minded team player with high degree of self-management
• Ability to manage multiple projects, adopt a flexible approach and prioritize tasks appropriately
• Comfortable navigating in a multicultural environment and broad environment and with all levels of the organization
• Fluent in English, spoken and written
• Ability to coach/mentor and lead if required; ability to collaborate, advocate a shared vision, and execute with agility

Requisite Education and Experience / Minimum Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree 
• At least 8 years working experience in category management, strategic sourcing, contract negotiations, procurement and supplier management in the Contingent Labor / HR-Recruiting / Professional Services category with project and people management elements
• Minimum 3 years of experience working with senior executives to implement and manage initiatives in a highly complex matrix organization
• Good understanding of contingent labor-related legal landscape - employment law, immigration procedures, work visa classifications, and employment arrangements, etc.

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