BSCO Sourcing & Procurement Coupa Associate 2

Industry / Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Operations

Management Level

Associate

Job Description & Summary

At PwC our people in operations consulting specialise in providing consulting services on optimising operational efficiency and effectiveness. These individuals analyse client needs develop operational strategies and offer guidance and support to help clients streamline processes improve productivity and drive business performance.

In sourcing and procurement at PwC you will focus on optimising sourcing and procurement processes to drive cost savings supplier collaboration and supply chain resilience. You will work closely with clients to analyse sourcing strategies identify opportunities for cost reduction and supplier optimization and develop strategies to enhance procurement efficiency and effectiveness. Working in this area you will also provide guidance on implementing strategic sourcing frameworks supplier relationship management and digital procurement solutions.

COMPETENCY OVERVIEW : OPERATIONS

The Operations team works with clients across industry verticals supporting engagements in -

Differentiated Supply Chain (Planning Inventory and Logistics)

Strategic Supply Management (Sourcing)

Competitive Manufacturing

Innovation & Development (Product Strategy & Development PLM R&D Operations)

Capital Projects & Infrastructure

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Knowledge Preferred :

Candidates should demonstrate substantial experience and / or knowledge in any sector (experience in the Automotive Aerospace & Defence Health Industries including Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Industrial

Products Energy Chemicals Utilities Oil & Gas Consumer Markets Technology & Telecom and Retail sectors would be an added bonus) in the following areas :

General Sourcing / Procurement : Spend Analysis Category savings assessment Procurement Diagnostics Operating Model Design Procurement Process Design end-to-end Procurement Transformation & Modernization Design and execution of Strategic Sourcing initiatives including RFI / RFP (Request for

Information / Request for Proposal) design development and analysis Negotiation strategy Supplier Management Third Party Lifecycle Management Supplier Risk Management Contract Management M&A - Procurement Synergy Assessments Source-to-Pay Assessment Design & Implementation Category

management with knowledge of various Direct & Indirect Categories. Candidates with experience in setting up

large scale procurement COE for clients would be plus.

Experience with Procure-to-Pay (P2P) platforms such as Coupa as an implementer and administrator; Additional experience with SAP Ariba or SRM platforms would be a plus.

Active Coupa platform certification; Additional specialization certifications within Coupa would be a bonus.

Skill Preferred

Delivering significant business results that utilize strategic and creative thinking problem solving and taking individual initiative

Leading project work streams providing oversight delegating work to aid efficiency and working autonomously with minimal direction

Collaborating with leadership to deliver client engagements and associated outputs supporting the team in day- to-day client management project management and the development of high-quality client deliverables

Emphasizing the ability to build solid and collaborative relationships with team members and also taking initiative to build relationships with client stakeholders

Communicating effectively (written and verbal) to various situations and audiences

Managing and conducting or overseeing quantitative and qualitative benchmarking and primary and secondary analyses of large and complex data

Educational Background :

Full-time masters degree / equivalent is a must. MBA in Operations Strategy preferred

Additional Information

Travel Requirements : Travel to client locations may be required as per project requirements.

Line of Service : Advisory

Industry : Management Consulting

Designation : Associate 2

Location : Bangalore India

Past Experience : 2 - 4.5 years of prior relevant work experience 2 years of consulting experience preferred

Preferred Work Experience : Experience in either of the following industries will be preferred- Hi-Tech Consumer

Electronics & Hardware Software / IT Semiconductors Telecommunications

Travel Requirements

Not Specified

Job Posting End Date

December 18 2025

Required Experience :

IC

Key Skills

Category Management,Sourcing,Procurement,HR Sourcing,Supply Chain Experience,Analysis Skills,Contract Management,Supplier Management,Contract Negotiation,ERP Systems,negotiation,Contracts

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1