Associate Manager - Consulting

Job Description

As an Associate Manager - Consulting, you will be a key member of our Supply Chain Process COE team. Your primary focus will be to ensure the successful transformation and alignment of sourcing, procurement, vendor management, and accounts payable processes with global standards. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to a large-scale SAP S/4 implementation, working closely with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Guide the design and implementation of sourcing, procurement, and vendor management processes, ensuring compliance with global standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate processes across tracks, fostering a seamless transformation.
• Conduct process analysis and identify areas for improvement, proposing innovative solutions to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Document and communicate process changes, ensuring clear and transparent communication with all stakeholders.
• Provide subject matter expertise and support to the project team, offering guidance and best practices in supply chain management.
• Conduct training sessions and knowledge transfer to ensure a smooth transition and adoption of new processes.
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of implemented processes, identifying bottlenecks and recommending optimizations.
• Stay updated with industry trends and best practices, continuously seeking opportunities to enhance our supply chain processes.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, fostering a collaborative environment.
  
  

Qualifications

• A bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field is required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in supply chain management, with a focus on sourcing, procurement, and vendor management.
• Experience in SAP S/4 or similar ERP systems is highly preferred.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and identify process improvement opportunities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and collaborate effectively.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
• Willingness to travel as required for project implementation and client engagements.
• A self-starter with a results-driven mindset and a passion for continuous improvement.
  
  

About Us

ABOUT US

Bristlecone is the leading provider of AI-powered application transformation services for the connected supply chain. We empower our customers with speed, visibility, automation, and resiliency – to thrive on change.

Our transformative solutions in Digital Logistics, Cognitive Manufacturing, Autonomous Planning, Smart Procurement and Digitalization are positioned around key industry pillars and delivered through a comprehensive portfolio of services spanning digital strategy, design and build, and implementation across a range of technology platforms.

Bristlecone is ranked among the top ten leaders in supply chain services by Gartner. We are headquartered in San Jose, California, with locations across North America, Europe and Asia, and over 2,500 consultants. Bristlecone is part of the $19.4 billion Mahindra Group.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Bristlecone is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status .

Information Security Responsibilities

• Understand and adhere to Information Security policies, guidelines and procedure, practice them for protection of organizational data and Information System.
• Take part in information security training and act while handling information.
• Report all suspected security and policy breach to InfoSec team or appropriate authority (CISO).
• Understand and adhere to the additional information security responsibilities as part of the assigned job role.

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