Senior Manager of Procurement Operations

PwC

Portland, USonsite$91k-$322k/yrPosted Jul 24, 2026
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About the role

The Opportunity

As a Senior Manager of Procurement Operations, you will play a pivotal role in driving cost savings and operational efficiency within our Internal Firm Services practice. You will focus on executing, managing, and optimizing purchasing processes, confirming the organization obtains quality goods and services at competitive prices. Your efforts will contribute significantly to enhancing supplier relationships and streamlining procurement operations.

As a Senior Manager, you will leverage your skills and network to deliver impactful results. You will motivate and coach teams to solve complex problems, applying sound judgment to navigate challenges and make informed decisions. Your ability to develop and sustain diverse and inclusive teams will be crucial in fostering a collaborative environment that drives success.

In this role at PwC, you will be responsible for crafting clear and engaging messages that tell a holistic story, applying systems thinking to identify opportunities, and validating outcomes with stakeholders. Your commitment to excellence and ability to lead through complexity will be instrumental in achieving operational excellence and contributing to the firm's success.

Responsibilities

Leading procurement operations to drive cost savings and operational efficiency

Managing supplier relationships to secure quality goods and services at competitive prices

Implementing procurement strategies and optimizing purchasing processes

Utilizing procurement software to streamline purchase order management and contractual compliance monitoring

Conducting cost analysis and business requirements analysis to support procurement decisions

Facilitating contract lifecycle management and vendor risk management to mitigate potential risks

Coaching and motivating teams to solve complex procurement challenges and enhance service delivery

Applying systems thinking to identify opportunities for procurement process improvement

Engaging in strategic questioning and storytelling to convey impactful messages and align procurement goals with organizational objectives

Building and maintaining relationships with stakeholders to validate outcomes and act on feedback

What You Must Have

At least a High School Diploma or the equivalent degree

At least 6 years of experience

What Sets You Apart

Demonstrating advanced procurement strategy and process improvement skills

Utilizing procurement software for efficient operations

Managing supplier relationships with a focus on strategic outcomes

Implementing procurement systems to enhance operational efficiency

Excelling in contract lifecycle management and compliance monitoring

Leading teams through complex procurement challenges

Applying analytical thinking to drive cost management and savings

The salary range for this position is: $91,000 - $321,500. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. All hired individuals are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glance

PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.

Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-work

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled or the posting is removed, unless otherwise set forth on the following webpage. Please visit this link for information about anticipated application deadlines: https://pwc.to/us-application-deadlines

Compensation

This Operations role pays $91k-$322k/yr. Within typical range for operations roles in United States.

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