Senior Associate, Operations and Procurement (Calgary)

Description & SummaryA career within Operations and Procurement Advisory at PwC will give you the opportunity to work closely with strategic thinkers and problem solvers in a challenging environment. Youll support client engagements focused on optimizing operational efficiency and effectivenessranging from procurement and sourcing transformations to complex operations planning and readiness decision-making in highly constrained, mission-critical environments. Clients engage us to enhance procurement and sourcing by analyzing their business, spending, and supplier markets, and by integrating process, data, reporting, and system-enabled improvements to identify opportunities that support their goals and drive performance. Clients engage us to enhance their businesses by identifyingopportunities that support their goals. Inaddition,our clients also need our services to discoverthe bestways to reduce costs and improve operations through the integration of strategies with opportunities beyondprice reductions. Youllwork with clients across sectors from government and public sector organizationsto private sector organizations indifferent partsof the economy in these criticallytimelychallenges. At the same time,youllcontinually refine and develop your own capabilities through practical engagement delivery, continuous technical upskilling and formal training, and the professional connections you make. It is expected that the role includes up to 80% oftravel toclient sites. The Opportunity: As a Senior Associate,youllwork as a key member of a project team to solve complex business issues from strategy through to execution for our clients across North America. These client projects will rangefrom assessments and pilotstoimplementations of identified improvement opportunities,on teams withvarious sizesand composition. Youllwork alongside Junior, Senior or Executive client teams to conduct detailed analyses, draw insights, strategize,developand communicate recommendations, and implement these recommendations to create lasting value. Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Procurement & Operations Analytics Support procurement operating model, strategy development, and strategy implementation, including sustainable sourcing. Structure operational and planning challenges as analytical problems under uncertainty; translate readiness and planning questions into quantitative outputs that inform decision-making. Conduct and interpret client data analyses (e.g., spend analysis, capacity/throughput/bottleneck analysis, scenario analysis) withappropriate rigorand transparent assumptions. Understand and support end-to-end source-to-pay (budgeting, planning, sourcing, procurement, payment). Lead and support cost and scenario analysis, price forecasting, and market trends;identifylevers leading to cost savings. Contribute to business process redesign using analytical tools and AI, and support documentation of business rules, data requirements, process flows, and reporting logic. Develop andmaintainanalytics code, models, and supporting documentation; work with data from multiple systems and sources. Develop negotiation strategies and support contract negotiations to secure profitable deals (time, cost). Engagement Delivery Support the delivery of engagements by conducting detailed analyses; preparing client and executive presentations and materials; and supporting procurement documents asrequired. Work collaboratively within project teams to deliver high-quality outputs; work effectively with both business and technical stakeholders. Support preparation of insights for client discussions, clearly communicating results to non-technical audiences. Proactively flag risks and issues to senior team members; support management of engagement risk and project economics, including planning and budgeting. Support/lead mixed consulting and client teams of 23 frominitialassessment through implementation and continuous improvement (team size and leadership expectations may vary by engagement). Business Development Develop andmaintaintrusted relationships with decision makers at key clients. Contribute to pursuits and proposal development, including supporting the development of innovative approaches and methodologies. Collaborate with PwC colleagues across other operating units and lines of service globally to win as one and develop unique solutions to service client needs. Practice Development Support the development of thought leadership in collaboration with like-minded professionals. Conduct market research and strategy development on new and emerging technologies and practices. Contribute to planning and execution of regular practice-wide meetings and team events; share knowledge across the network. Activelyparticipatein staff recruitment and development activities. Personal Development Receive structured coaching and advisory from a senior member of the practice. Continuously upskill through training and learning and development solutions (soft skills, technical, and practice-specific). Build your capabilities through practical engagement delivery and the professional connections you make. What You''ll Bring: Yourskills, knowledge, and experiences are what set you apart. Here''swhat welook for: Completed masters or bachelors degree (preferred fields: Engineering, Business, Operations, Industrial/Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or a closely related quantitative field). Relevant experience in a procurement/ operations/ leading management consulting firm (typically 35+ years depending on scope and specialization). Experience supporting procurement strategy, category management, strategic sourcing (direct/indirect), sustainable and/or agile procurement, process optimization, and/or procurement/ERP technology solution implementation. Robust analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to data quality, assumptions, and uncertainty; ability to simplify complex ideas for non-technical audiences. Experience working with operations and technology teams in asset-intensive industries (asset-intensive experience is an asset). Working knowledge of end-to-end source-to-pay and procurement maturity assessments. Analytical mindset with experience using data processing and dashboarding tools (e.g., Excel, Alteryx, Power BI, Tableau) and comfort developing/maintaining models and documentation. Familiarity with enterprise platforms, system integration concepts, data architecture, and digital workflow enablement; experience with procurement/ERP platforms (e.g., SAP, Salesforce, Workday) is an asset. Proven ability to build client relationships, identify and address client needs, and contribute to business development. High level of professional integrity, initiative, and commitment to teamwork; enthusiasm to learn and adapt how you work for a digital world. Excellent communication and presentation skills; ability to work with and present to various levels of seniority. Experience preparing and/or coordinating complex written and verbal materials. Certifications are an asset (e.g., PMP; procurement/supply chain certifications such as SCMP/SCMA, CIPS, CPSM, CSCP). Desired languages: English (bilingual French is a preference). This newly created role reflects our commitment to growth and delivering distinctive value for our clients and stakeholders. The salary range for this position is $84,700 - $134,700. The posted salary rangerepresentsthe expected hiring range for PwC locations in major citycentres. Given our national recruiting approach, ranges may vary for positions in other locations. At PwC Canada, base salary isdeterminedby your skills, experience,qualificationsand work location. In addition to base salary, eligible employees may have opportunities toparticipatein variable incentive pay programs which are designed to reward individual and firm-wide achievements. We are committed to offering competitive compensation and adhere to all relevant pay transparency legislation. During the hiring process, our Talent Acquisition team will provide details about our comprehensive total rewards package. Whyyoulllove PwC Wereinspiring and empowering our people to change the world. Powered by the latest technology,youllbe a part of diverse teams helping public and private clients build trust and deliver sustained outcomes. This meaningful work, and our continuous development environment, will take your career to the next level. We reward your impact, and support your wellbeing, through a competitive compensation package, inclusive benefits and flexibility programs that will help you thrive in work and life. Learn more about our Application Process and Total Rewards Package at: PwC Canada acknowledges that we work and live across Turtle Island, on the land that is now known as Canada, which are the lands of the ancestral, treaty and unceded territories of the First Nations,Mtisand Inuit Peoples. We recognize the systemic racism,colonialismand oppression that Indigenous Peoples have experienced and still go through, and we commit to allyship and solidarity. Education Degrees/Field of Study required: Degrees/Field of Study preferred: Certifications Required Skills Optional Skills Accepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Reasoning, Analytical Thinking, Application Software, Business Data Analytics, Business Management, Business Technology, Business Transformation, Communication, Creativity, Documentation Development, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Implementation Research, Implementation Support, Implementing Technology, Inclusion, Intellectual Curiosity, Learning Agility, Optimism, Performance Assessment, Performance Management Software {+ 16 more} Desired Languages Travel Requirements Not Specified …