Senior Associate – Sourcing and Procurement, Artificial Intelligence

PwC

Senior Associate optimizing sourcing and procurement processes at PwC Acceleration Center India. Focusing on client strategies and enhancing supply chain resilience with data-driven methodologies.

Posted 8/1/2026full-timeBangalore • 🇮🇳 IndiaSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and implementing AI-enabled procurement strategies, utilizing data-driven methodologies to enhance sourcing and procurement processes. Proficient in leading client engagements, conducting workshops, and fostering strong stakeholder relationships to drive business development and capability building.

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AI-Enabled Procurement StrategiesSAP AribaCoupa SoftwareData-Driven MethodologiesProcurement Data Governance

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Hard Skills

Complex ProcurementContract NegotiationSpend AnalysisSupplier EvaluationMachine Learning Models

Soft Skills

Analytical ThinkingChange ManagementKnowledge TransferClient Relationship Building

Tools & Technologies

AWSDatabricks

Industry Keywords

Strategic SourcingSupplier Relationship ManagementProcurement ProcessesSupply Chain Resilience

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWS

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Analyzing client needs to develop operational strategies that enhance sourcing and procurement processes
Leading client engagements to optimize procurement strategies through data-driven methodologies
Implementing strategic sourcing frameworks and supplier relationship management to drive cost savings and improve supply chain resilience
Developing AI-enabled procurement strategies by assessing client readiness and identifying high-value use cases
Designing procurement data governance frameworks to support reliable analytics and AI model performance
Leading the development and deployment of machine learning models for sourcing and procurement using platforms like AWS and Databricks
Conducting workshops and training sessions to transfer knowledge on new tools and technologies to clients and internal teams
Validating that engagement follows quality standards, timelines, and cost parameters while maintaining strong stakeholder relationships
Supporting team hiring, training, and development activities to build a capable workforce
Collaborating with leadership to drive business development activities and capability building initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least a Bachelor's degree
At least 2 years of experience
Oral and written proficiency in English required
Excel in complex procurement and contract negotiation
Utilize SAP Ariba and Coupa Software for procurement processes
Demonstrate analytical thinking in spend analysis and supplier evaluation
Embrace change and innovation in digital procurement solutions
Lead workshops and training sessions for knowledge transfer
Develop AI models for sourcing and procurement modernization
Build meaningful client relationships through strategic sourcing initiatives

Benefits

Comp & perks

Professional development opportunities
Team hiring, training, and development activities