Procurement Consulting SME (Sourcing & Process Mapping) We are looking for a Procurement Consulting SME with deep expertise in sourcing operations to lead process mapping and transformation initiatives. The ideal candidate will assess current ("As-Is") sourcing processes, identify inefficiencies, and design optimized ("To-Be") workflows aligned with best practices and business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end analysis of current sourcing and procurement processes (As-Is state) Conduct stakeholder workshops and interviews across procurement, finance, and business teams Develop detailed process maps, swimlane diagrams, and documentation Identify gaps, bottlenecks, and opportunities for cost savings and efficiency Design future-state (To-Be) sourcing processes aligned to best practices Define process improvements across areas such as:Strategic sourcing Supplier onboarding & management RFx (RFI/RFP/RFQ) lifecycle Contracting & negotiations Spend analytics Support implementation roadmap and change management initiatives Collaborate with technology teams for procurement system enablement (e.g., Ariba, Coupa, Oracle, SAP) Ensure alignment with compliance, risk, and governance frameworks Required Skills & Experience 8–15 years of experience in procurement consulting or sourcing operations Strong expertise in sourcing lifecycle and category management Proven experience in process mapping tools (Visio, Lucidchart, Signavio, etc.) Hands-on experience creating As-Is and To-Be process frameworks Experience working in consulting or transformation programs Strong stakeholder management and workshop facilitation skills Solid understanding of procurement KPIs, cost optimization, and supplier strategies

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with procurement platforms (SAP Ariba, Coupa, Oracle Procurement Cloud, etc.) Background in shared services or global procurement transformation Six Sigma / Lean / BPM certification (preferred) Exposure to automation / digital procurement initiatives Compensation: $70.00 per hour Experience: 8 years required