Accenture
Sourcing & Procurement Logistics Management Consultant
Accenture, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
Overview
As an Logistics Management Consultant, you will have a dedicated focus on Accenture’s Logistics Center of Excellence to support all aspects of client-facing Logistics sourcing and cost optimization projects. You will work closely with clients and suppliers to drive project initiatives and will lead consulting, problem solving, project management and data analysis that will be the basis for strategic client decision making. You will play an important role in deepening the expertise of Accenture’s Logistics Center of Excellence and capturing knowledge to support business development opportunities while helping scale Accenture’s Logistics capabilities.
Responsibilities
Project Execution
Create robust sourcing strategies and recommendations
Provide Logistics thought leadership and benchmarking
Synthesize disparate data sources into insights and clear deliverables
Work together with clients to identify and interpret key project requirements
Develop and nurture relationships with client stakeholders
Facilitate development of project plans and overall project management to ensure effective delivery of client project work and client deliverables
Coordinate with subject matter experts within and outside of the firm
Work with contractors, consultants, and internal/external resources to align priorities, accomplish objectives, and satisfy all stakeholders
Contribute to the Logistics Center of Excellence’s strategic decisions and direction
Exhibit integrity in decisions and firm relationships
Achieve excellence and dependability through the execution of projects and initiatives
Limited travel, as needed
Business Development
Support sales calls
Develop sales-support materials
Provide Logistics thought leadership
Support development and review of client Logistics Spend summaries
Work with team to identify and assess opportunities for savings and cost optimization through various Logistics sourcing levers
Practice Development
Create and curate deliverable content (POV slides, case studies, whitepapers, etc.) to capture Logistics category knowledge and ultimately support internal knowledge share and business development
Develop and execute strategies to aggregate data for ongoing benchmarking, insight generation, and data analysis
Assist with ongoing development and management of intellectual capital
What you need
Minimum of 3 years of experience executing Strategic Sourcing projects/programs, including exposure to Logistics negotiations
Minimum 3 years’ experience developing and executing cost optimization strategies
Minimum of 3 years’ experience spend analysis and savings opportunity diagnostics
Proficient in data analytics tools (e.g., Excel, SQL, Power BI) with experience building dashboards and models
Bachelor's degree or equivalent (minimum 12 years) work experience. If associate degree, must have a minimum of 6 years’ work experience
Bonus points if:
Management consulting experience with a well-regarded firm (strongly preferred)
You have proven client-facing skills and are proficient at building and nurturing client relationships
You excel at planning and managing multiple projects, tasks, and initiatives simultaneously
You have deep Logistics category and procurement expertise in one or more of the following – Truckload, LTL, Ocean Freight, Small Parcel
Comfortable in an entrepreneurial, performance-driven environment and a capacity for innovation and process improvement
Prior experience in driving insights using visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau, Alteryx) and analytics tools (Adobe Analytics, Google Analytics)
You have earned an MBA or equivalent graduate degree
Compensation and location All Accenture decisions will be made without discrimination based on race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis covered by local law.
Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in California, Colorado, District of Columbia, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York or Washington as set forth below.
California: 63,800 to 205,800
Colorado: 63,800 to 177,800
District of Columbia: 68,000 to 189,300
Illinois: 59,100 to 177,800
Minnesota: 63,800 to 177,800
Maryland: 63,800 to 177,800
New York/New Jersey: 59,100 to 205,800
Washington: 68,000 to 189,300
We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply.
Information on benefits is here. (benefits information not displayed in this version)
Statements Role Location Annual Salary Range
We believe in inclusion and diversity; access to opportunity is a core value. Our workforce is diverse and we are committed to equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.
EEO and accommodations Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Accenture is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities or religious observances, including reasonable accommodation when needed. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, contact us as indicated in the job posting.
Additional information Applicants for employment must have work authorization that does not require sponsorship of a visa. Some roles may have location-specific requirements or restrictions. Other standard employment statements apply.
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Responsibilities
Project Execution
Create robust sourcing strategies and recommendations
Provide Logistics thought leadership and benchmarking
Synthesize disparate data sources into insights and clear deliverables
Work together with clients to identify and interpret key project requirements
Develop and nurture relationships with client stakeholders
Facilitate development of project plans and overall project management to ensure effective delivery of client project work and client deliverables
Coordinate with subject matter experts within and outside of the firm
Work with contractors, consultants, and internal/external resources to align priorities, accomplish objectives, and satisfy all stakeholders
Contribute to the Logistics Center of Excellence’s strategic decisions and direction
Exhibit integrity in decisions and firm relationships
Achieve excellence and dependability through the execution of projects and initiatives
Limited travel, as needed
Business Development
Support sales calls
Develop sales-support materials
Provide Logistics thought leadership
Support development and review of client Logistics Spend summaries
Work with team to identify and assess opportunities for savings and cost optimization through various Logistics sourcing levers
Practice Development
Create and curate deliverable content (POV slides, case studies, whitepapers, etc.) to capture Logistics category knowledge and ultimately support internal knowledge share and business development
Develop and execute strategies to aggregate data for ongoing benchmarking, insight generation, and data analysis
Assist with ongoing development and management of intellectual capital
What you need
Minimum of 3 years of experience executing Strategic Sourcing projects/programs, including exposure to Logistics negotiations
Minimum 3 years’ experience developing and executing cost optimization strategies
Minimum of 3 years’ experience spend analysis and savings opportunity diagnostics
Proficient in data analytics tools (e.g., Excel, SQL, Power BI) with experience building dashboards and models
Bachelor's degree or equivalent (minimum 12 years) work experience. If associate degree, must have a minimum of 6 years’ work experience
Bonus points if:
Management consulting experience with a well-regarded firm (strongly preferred)
You have proven client-facing skills and are proficient at building and nurturing client relationships
You excel at planning and managing multiple projects, tasks, and initiatives simultaneously
You have deep Logistics category and procurement expertise in one or more of the following – Truckload, LTL, Ocean Freight, Small Parcel
Comfortable in an entrepreneurial, performance-driven environment and a capacity for innovation and process improvement
Prior experience in driving insights using visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau, Alteryx) and analytics tools (Adobe Analytics, Google Analytics)
You have earned an MBA or equivalent graduate degree
Compensation and location All Accenture decisions will be made without discrimination based on race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis covered by local law.
Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in California, Colorado, District of Columbia, Illinois, Maryland, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York or Washington as set forth below.
California: 63,800 to 205,800
Colorado: 63,800 to 177,800
District of Columbia: 68,000 to 189,300
Illinois: 59,100 to 177,800
Minnesota: 63,800 to 177,800
Maryland: 63,800 to 177,800
New York/New Jersey: 59,100 to 205,800
Washington: 68,000 to 189,300
We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply.
Information on benefits is here. (benefits information not displayed in this version)
Statements Role Location Annual Salary Range
We believe in inclusion and diversity; access to opportunity is a core value. Our workforce is diverse and we are committed to equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.
EEO and accommodations Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Accenture is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.
We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities or religious observances, including reasonable accommodation when needed. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, contact us as indicated in the job posting.
Additional information Applicants for employment must have work authorization that does not require sponsorship of a visa. Some roles may have location-specific requirements or restrictions. Other standard employment statements apply.
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