Director - Procurement Transformation

KPMG Management Consulting is looking for a Procurement Transformation Director to further develop the client base, service portfolio and help organizations to re-define the way their Procurement function operates.

Zurich

By arrangement

Your contribution to KPMG

• Acquire and lead procurement engagements with the objective to transform the procurement Target Operating Model, including the technology landscape
• Design and deliver strategies and solutions to improve processes (such as Source-to-Pay, strategic sourcing, spend analysis, supplier management, contract management, order management, invoicing & payments), systems and organizational set-ups of procurement functions
• Support our clients in improving the efficiency and quality of their procurement shared service centers / buying centers, outsourcing contracts, decentralized business units and the strategic partnership of their procurement Business Partners
• Advise our clients in reviewing their procurement technology landscape and provide insights on market leading digital solutions for Source-to-Pay / procurement and the adjacent functions
• Steer cross-functional projects within larger transformation programs
• Support proposals for the acquisition of new engagements with national and international clients
• Scout and develop our target market for new opportunities
• Foster existing and establish new relationships to procurement leaders such as Chief Procurement Officer, Head of Procurement, Procurement Transformation Lead
• Develop and lead your team of procurement / source to pay experts and coach the employees towards our growth journey in procurement consulting

This is what makes you successful

• 9+ years of professional experience from procurement projects within a Consulting firm
• Deep understanding of reorganizations within the procurement function, e.g. procurement KPI benchmarking, business case calculations, design and implementation of procurement Target Operating Models, procurement process optimizations (Source to Pay / Purchase to Pay), procurement technology selection and implementation, set up of a procurement shared service centers, outsourcing initiatives and procurement governance models
• Knowledge of systems (SAP Ariba, Coupa, Ivalua etc.), the respective functionalities for procurement process optimizations and the digital solutions market
• Solid network / contacts into Swiss or Swiss-headquartered firms from past project experience
• Proven success in business development; a key success factor for a Director role with in KPMG
• Strong people leadership skills and the ability to build and develop own procurement transformation team
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, German is a big advantage, French is a plus
• Very good communication and analytical skills for interactions with CPOs, CFOs and procurement leadership
• Strong motivation to build your own career as a senior leader and procurement expert within a big four firm

Your benefits

We offer a range of generous benefits designed to help you thrive with us and benefit for life. Discover them below.

Flexible Work: We want to give you the support and flexibility to balance your career with life outside of work. You can benefit from hybrid working, flex time options, the opportunity to work from anywhere (for up to 10 working day per calendar year) and generous parental leave.

Our commitment: Quality and integrity are key at KPMG to inspire confidence and drive change. We recognize our business's wider impact and commit to trustworthy services, with a focus on ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) matters for clients and employees.

Come as you are: We're committed to an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace. Our Inclusion, Diversity and Equity (IDE) values are embedded in our policies and interactions. Join a culture that values uniqueness and diverse views. Connect with peers in communities like KNOW & KNOW Young, Pride, and Internationals at KPMG.

Unlock your potential: We offer personalized training programs, a wide range of courses, and tailored career paths designed to help you reach your full potential. Our offer includes specialized courses, mentorship programs, upskilling trainings the People Manager Academy and much more.

Inspired to innovate: As part of KPMG, you join other highly qualified and motivated professionals in an inspiring entrepreneurial environment. A clear mindset and strong opinions are not only encouraged at KPMG, but expected. When it comes to ideas, quality beats hierarchy.

Discover KPMG – Become part of our team

KPMG's Business Services Transformation unit empowers companies to re-define the way their procurement function operates. We design and implement fit-for-purpose operating models based on market-leading process standards enabled by digital solutions. We help our clients to achieve their transformation objectives in a pragmatic and hands-on way. We leverage our experience, know-how and expert base to deliver tangible and sustainable results. We are a multinational, multicultural and diverse team made up of the best consulting experts.

With 300 different auditing and advisory service opportunities, our people can choose the career path that suits them best. Through our competencies in business transformation as well as ESG consulting, we support our clients in today's biggest challenges. We are a purpose-led and values driven company where your insight can create opportunities for you and contribute to a better future. Do work that matters, supported by a community that values difference and cares about you. Gain learning that'll last you a lifetime and be recognized for the impact you make. Find opportunity everywhere with KPMG.

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Rebecca Werner
Experienced Hire Recruiter
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