Sourcing and Procurement Specialist at Deloitte

About The Division

Innovation, transformation and leadership occur in many ways. At Deloitte, our ability to help solve clients’ most complex issues is distinct. We deliver strategy and implementation, from a business and technology view, to help lead in the markets where our clients compete.

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Job Description

• Facilitate discussions with the client to elaborate on the areas of proposed improvements
• Define the problem concisely and hypothesize the proposed solution
• Perform quantitative and qualitative analysis to drive the proposed solution
• Quantitative research methodologies include data mining, creating financial models, and Scenario Modelling
• Qualitative research methodologies include performing market research and collecting business intelligence
• Consolidate the findings from the analysis and present solutions to the client
• Develop and present a plan to implement the recommended changes
• Support the business development activities of the firm, such as pursuit development, proposals and development of thought leadership

Qualifications

Minimum Basic Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree
• Well-developed core consulting skills of research, analysis, presentation, and attention to detail
• Aptitude to grasp new concepts and effectively produce results
• Exceptional problem-solving skills – an analytical, innovative, and creative mindset
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to be self-directed and be an independent contributor to the team

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Industrial Engineering or Supply Chain Management,
• MBA or MBL would be preferred
• 2+ years Sourcing & Procurement experience
• 2+ years of consulting experience
• Advanced working knowledge of the Microsoft Suite, specifically Excel and PowerPoint
• Well-developed industry expertise in a domain of alignment would be advantageous (Mining, Oil & Gas, Financial services, Consumer business, Telecoms, Healthcare, Business Process Outsourcing, etc.)
• Ability to lead teams with a sound work ethic, intellectual curiosity, and exceptional client service

Additional Information

Key Competencies required:

Technical Competencies

• Sound technical knowledge in specific area and/or industry
• Basic consulting skills
• Experience in drafting of professional presentations and reports
• Basic financial knowledge and understanding
• Proficient in MS Office suite
• Business acumen

Behavioural Competencies

• Good communication skills, both written and verbal
• Interpersonal and relationship building skills
• Desire to develop self
• Client delivery focus
• Adaptable
• Focus on quality
• Problem solving ability

Leadership / Behavioural Capabilities

• Living our Purpose - Identifies and embraces our purpose and values and puts these into practice in their professional life
• Influence - Builds relationships and communicates effectively in order to positively influence peers and other stakeholders
• Performance drive - Seeks opportunities to challenge self; teams with others across businesses and borders to deliver and takes accountability for own and team results
• Strategic direction - Understands objectives for clients and Deloitte, aligns own work to objectives and sets personal priorities
• Talent development - Develops self by actively seeking opportunities for growth, shares knowledge and experiences with others, and acts as a strong brand ambassador

Cross-Consulting Capabilities

• Delivery Excellence - Ability to produce a high quality work product and collaborate with others to deliver a superior client experience
• Knows the Business and Sector - Ability to understand the client’s business, follow sector trends and learn leading practices
• Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving - Ability to diagnose a problem, conduct analysis, and develop solutions for client problems
• Financial Acumen - Ability to gather and interpret financial information to help strengthen proposed recommendations
• Executive Presence - Ability to articulate thoughts and ideas in a clear and composed manner to instill confidence in team and clients
• Logical Structuring - Ability to present a cogent idea or case using clear and concise messaging, and support using appropriate data and tools
• Global Mindset - Ability to effectively interact with colleagues and clients of varying backgrounds to effectively serve clients
• Business-Technology Acumen - Ability to recognize technology as a business enabler
• Accesses the Organization- Ability to develop and share reusable assets that can be readily applied to new projects