Accenture

The work

Accenture is looking for a driven sourcing and procurement professional to guide our clients in transforming procurement departments, through innovative technology and data driven insights. The role involves designing operating models, cost transformation, optimizing ways of working by process redesign, and leveraging generative AI for digital procurement transformations.

As a consultant you support our clients, by solving challenges across the procurement domain. This includes cost transformation (focusing on price and demand levers), operating model design or procurement transformation projects. You will experience a steep learning curve, in a fun and dynamic work environment.

• People The role requires building lasting relationships with our clients, to meet their high expectations for project performance. You will help resolve their procurement challenges, by providing future proof operating models, the latest thought leadership or access to the latest technology solutions. Our clients have high expectations for project performance. Whether it's a procurement transformation, strategic sourcing, or process design, you will guide the client towards achieving their desired end state.
• Processes Your role is to improve how clients work, helping them execute more effectively and efficiently, by reinventing the way they work. You aim for outstanding results by making processes simple, scalable, and streamlined.
• Technology Innovation is in our DNA. You connect client needs with emerging technologies, guiding them on automation opportunities using GenAI and cutting-edge procurement tech by guiding them through digital procurement transformations.
• Data Deliver value through data, by enabling insights by integrating diverse data sources to create a holistic view of client operations unlocking savings that fuel future growth.

With all our roles, there is in-person time for collaboration, learning and building relationships with clients, peers, leaders, and communities. Accenture as an employer, we will be as flexible as possible to support your specific work/life needs.

Who we are

In today’s world, business leaders want to reinvent rapidly and confidently, to increase resilience, mitigate risk, and grow with sustainable value. That’s where Accenture Strategy & Consulting comes in. We bring together strategic visionaries, industry experts, practitioners from across every enterprise function, business intelligence professionals, change specialists, data and AI authorities, and many other specialized skills to co-create each client’s unique path to reinvention. You will be a trusted partner to business leaders, working with a diverse team of experts to deliver successful tech-enabled transformation and new kinds of value for your clients. Join our global network of people using the latest assets, platforms and partnerships to help bring ideas to life.

Here’s what you’ll need

• Master’s degree;
• 3 to 5 years of experience in various procurement roles;
• Confident in building lasting business relationships;
• Excellent language skills (Dutch and English fluency);
• Proactive, driven individual that it is looking for growth.

Bonus points if you have

• Previous consulting experience;
• Direct Materials or Indirect Procurement background;
• Experience in designing procurement operating models or capabilities;
• Procurement Transformation projects, with focus on Data and AI

What’s in it for you?

Accenture is a global company with a world-class brand and reputation. Our people are Reinventors, and to support them as an employer, we make five promises:

• Work with flexibility, in a culture based on trust
• Embrace a sustainable growth mindset
• Live a human-led culture of Inclusion & Diversity by caring deeply for all our people
• Lead and transform our clients with technology
• Connect with our global network of 791.000 colleagues.

These promises are reflected through our excellent employee benefits, including:

• Flexible working hours (4x9) & work location
• Paid Parental leave, Partner leave for all non-birthing parents, Bereavement leave, and Gender affirmation leave
• 26 vacation days per year
• Paid transport (budget for electric bicycle or car, NS-Business card)
• Social activities like Friday Drinks, sport events and parties

What we believe

Accenture is an equal opportunity employer. Our leaders are committed to building a better, stronger and more equitable company for future generations to create positive, long-lasting change. Inclusion and diversity are fundamental to our culture and core values. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative and creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities.

Our position as partner to many of the world’s leading businesses, organizations and governments affords us both an extraordinary opportunity and a tremendous responsibility to make a difference. Sustainability is one of our greatest responsibilities, which we embed it into everything we do and for everyone we work with.

About Accenture

We work with one shared purpose: to deliver on the promise of technology and human ingenuity. Every day, more than 775,000 of us help our stakeholders continuously reinvent. Together, we drive positive change and deliver value to our clients, partners, shareholders, communities, and each other.We believe that delivering value requires innovation, and innovation thrives in an inclusive and diverse environment. We actively foster a workplace free from bias, where everyone feels a sense of belonging and is respected and empowered to do their best work.At Accenture, we see well-being holistically, supporting our people’s physical, mental, and financial health. We also provide opportunities to keep skills relevant through certifications, learning, and diverse work experiences. We’re proud to be consistently recognized as one of the World’s Best Workplaces™.Join Accenture to work at the heart of change.

Visit us at www.accenture.com

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, military veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by applicable law. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative, more competitive, and more creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities.