Senior Consultant

Company Description

Job Description

Our Sourcing and Procurement Advisory practice is continually ranked as one of the World's Best according to independent assessor IAOP. Our team provide services and drive high-value, sustainable transformation in our client's business service models. No other firm combines the data, methods and practical experience in shared services delivery and outsourcing with the broad, global transformation capabilities that KPMG brings to its clients.

We are experiencing significant growth and are currently recruiting for a Senior Consultant in our Sydney office , focused on supporting advisory engagements on the topics of global business services, shared services, outsourcing and transition management.This role is ideal for someone with 2-4 years of professional experience in a relevant corporate function (e.g. Finance, Technology, Procurement), advisory services generally or in managed/outsourced service providers. At KPMG, you will have the opportunity to work on challenging and impactful projects that strengthen and grow our clients' businesses. Our typical clients include large, publicly listed global organisations, domestic Australian companies in addition to State and Federal departments and agencies looking to drive value and deliver on their enterprise strategy.

Join KPMG's Sourcing and Procurement Advisory practice and contribute to our purpose of inspiring confidence and empowering change for our clients and communities. If you are passionate about driving transformation and have the requisite skills and experience, we would love to hear from you.

Your Opportunity

Forming part of the Sourcing and Procurement Advisory team, this role will include the following responsibilities;

• Engagement Delivery: Support delivery of quality work across the sourcing project lifecycle (strategy, market research, requirements development, RFP development, market engagement, RFP evaluation, contracting and negation support, transition / implementation, optimise and monitoring), or act in a supporting role on complex large scale outsourcing programs.
• Business Development: Support the team's business development efforts including proposal development and participating in internal and external collaboration.
• Thought Leadership: Participate in the research and development of thought leadership and methodology, led by senior members of the team, on topics relevant to our practice area.
• Growth and Development: Actively participate in the growth of the Sourcing and Procurement Advisory team, including the development and execution of our strategy and focus areas (e.g. supporting the team's leadership in shaping our development pathways for junior staff).
• Client Outcomes: Deliver quality business outcomes in complex and fluid environments, across a wide range of industries.

How are you extraordinary?

You are a team player with excellent communication skills (both written and verbal).

You have an exceptional attitude focused on achieving desired customer outcomes.

Your Experience

At KPMG, we believe diversity of thought, background and experience strengthens relationships and delivers meaningful benefits to our people, our clients, and communities. To be considered for this opportunity, your qualifications, skills & experience could include:

• Demonstrated experience in a relevant corporate function (e.g. Finance, HR, Technology, Procurement); with a managed or outsourced service provider; or in professional services more broadly.
• Familiarity with any of the following topics is seen as desirable but not mandatory for this role: sourcing strategy development, market research, RFP development, requirements development, market engagement, tender evaluation, contract negotiation, transition, service delivery, business transformation or sourcing contract management.
• Experience in data analysis and financial cost model development.
• Working knowledge of industry methodologies such as ITIL, Agile, Lean Six Sigma, PRINCE2 is desirable.

Qualifications

Appropriate qualifications including a degree in a related discipline.

Additional Information

KPMG is a professional services firm with global outreach and deep sector experience. We work with clients across an array of industries to solve complex challenges, steer change and enable growth.

Our people are what make KPMG the thriving workplace that it is and what sets us apart is that we know great minds think differently. Collaborate with a team of passionate, highly skilled professionals who've got your back. You'll build relationships with unique and diverse colleagues who will provide you with the support you need to be your best and produce meaningful and impactful work in an inclusive, equitable culture.

At KPMG, you'll take control over how you work. We're embracing a new way of working in many ways, from offering flexible hours and locations to generous paid parental leave and career breaks. Our people enjoy a variety of exciting perks, including retail discounts, health and wellbeing initiatives, learning and growth opportunities, salary packaging options and more.

Diverse candidates have diverse needs. During your recruitment journey, information will be provided about adjustment requests. If you require additional support before submitting your application, please contact the Talent Attraction Support Team.

At KPMG every career is different, and we look forward to seeing how you grow with us.

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