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(Senior) Associate, Procurement & Sourcing - Job Opportunity at Alvarez and Marsal

Remote, Netherlands
Full-time
Mid-level to Senior
Posted: March 23, 2025
Remote
EUR 80,000 - 120,000 annually based on experience level and market conditions

Benefits

Professional development opportunities in high-growth environment
International exposure and assignments
Leadership development programs
Career advancement opportunities

Key Responsibilities

Lead strategic sourcing initiatives and procurement transformations
Drive supplier negotiations and relationship management
Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with business objectives
Conduct comprehensive procurement organization assessments
Manage cross-functional improvement projects
Execute supply chain optimization initiatives

Requirements

Education

Master's degree from an accredited university

Experience

3-8 years of consulting and industry operating experience

Required Skills

Strong written, oral, and analytical skills Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills Project management capabilities Client relationship building Native level Dutch and English fluency Business process mapping Quantitative analysis
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Industry Trends

Private equity firms are increasingly focused on operational value creation, particularly in procurement optimization to drive EBITDA improvement Supply chain resilience and digital transformation are becoming critical focus areas in procurement roles Growing emphasis on sustainable sourcing and ESG considerations in procurement strategy

Role Significance

Typically works in teams of 3-5 consultants, reporting to engagement managers or directors
Mid to senior position with significant project leadership responsibilities and direct client interaction

Key Projects

Pre-deal due diligence for PE acquisitions Post-acquisition procurement transformation Strategic sourcing program implementation Supply chain optimization initiatives

Success Factors

Strong analytical capabilities combined with practical implementation experience Ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments Balance of strategic thinking and tactical execution Cultural awareness for international assignments

Market Demand

High demand driven by private equity sector growth and focus on operational improvement

Important Skills

Critical Skills

Strategic sourcing expertise Financial analysis and modeling Stakeholder management Project leadership Bilingual capabilities

Beneficial Skills

Industry specialization Digital procurement tools Change management ESG knowledge

Unique Aspects

Direct exposure to private equity decision-makers
Combination of strategic consulting and hands-on implementation
Focus on measurable EBITDA improvement
International project opportunities

Career Growth

2-3 years in role before progression, accelerated timeline possible in high-growth environment

Potential Next Roles

Engagement Manager Senior Manager Director of Procurement Head of Supply Chain

Company Overview

Alvarez and Marsal

Leading global professional services firm specializing in turnaround and performance improvement

Strong reputation in PE consulting with over 11,000 employees globally
Significant European presence with growing Dutch operations
Fast-paced, results-oriented environment with emphasis on measurable impact
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