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At PwC our people in procurement focus on purchasing processes and managing supplier relationships to drive cost savings and operational efficiency. These individuals enable the organisation to obtain quality goods and services at the best possible price.*Why PWC
At PwC we believe in providing equal employment opportunities without any discrimination on the grounds of gender ethnic background age disability marital status sexual orientation pregnancy gender identity or expression religion or other beliefs perceived differences and status protected by law. We strive to create an environment where each one of our people can bring their true selves and contribute to their personal growth and the firms growth. To enable this we have zero tolerance for any discrimination and harassment based on the above considerations.
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Position Title: Procurement and Contracts Expert
Grade/Level: Consultant/Senior Consultant
Business Unit: Advisory
Sub BU: One Consulting
Responsible Development (Citizen Services) Vertical
Location: Bhopal Madhya Pradesh
Position Type: Full time
Expertise Keywords: Contract expert Procurement Expert RFP Expert DPR Expert Public procurement Contract management Bid process management bid evaluation procurement management
Preface
At PwC our purpose is to build trust in society and solve important problems. Were a network of firms in 157 countries with more than 300000 people who are committed to delivering quality in Assurance Advisory and Tax services.
Within Advisory PwC has a large team GovTech that focus on transformation in Government through Digital inclusion. The open position is for a candidate who desires to work with government clients and bring about a change in society. A successful candidate will be expected to work proactively and effectively on multiple client engagements over the period of time and take ownership of the entire project delivery he/she entrusted with.
Responsibilities
Lead the preparation of Request for Proposals (RFPs) including prequalification technical and financial bid evaluations.
Ensure compliance with government procurement policies and procedures.
Coordinate with various stakeholders to gather requirements and ensure clarity in bid documents.
Oversee the entire procurement lifecycle from identifying needs to contract award.
Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with project goals and government regulations.
Manage supplier relationships and ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
Draft review and negotiate contracts to ensure favorable terms and compliance with legal standards.
Monitor contract performance and ensure adherence to contractual obligations.
Handle contract amendments renewals and terminations as necessary.
Conduct thorough evaluations of bids and proposals ensuring fairness and transparency.
Develop evaluation criteria and scoring methodologies.
Document and report evaluation outcomes to relevant authorities.
Ensure all procurement activities comply with legal and regulatory requirements.
Identify and mitigate risks associated with procurement and contract management.
Maintain accurate records and documentation for audit purposes.
Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders including government officials suppliers and project teams.
Prepare and deliver presentations on procurement strategies processes and outcomes.
Provide training and support to team members on procurement best practices.
Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in procurement and contract management.
Implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
Participate in professional development opportunities and obtain relevant certifications.
Mandatory Skills
Must have worked on procurement management procurement life cycle includes but is not limited to: Preparation of Bid Documents Evaluation documents.
Well versed with the evaluation procedures.
Contract Management
Good communication & presentation skills.
Minimum 10 year of experience in which at least 4 years experience in bid process management (RFP Preparation/ PreQualification/Technical/Financial bid evaluation)
Preferred Skills
Must have worked on procurement management procurement life cycle includes but is not limited to: Preparation of Bid Documents Evaluation documents.
Well versed with the evaluation procedures.
Contract Management
Good communication & presentation skills.
Minimum 10 year of experience in which at least 4 years experience in bid process management (RFP Preparation/ PreQualification/Technical/Financial bid evaluation)
Educational Qualifications (Essential criteria)
Any Graduate / MCA with MBA/PGDBM or equivalent
Certifications (Not essential but desirable)
Procurement certificate from World Bank / IIM/ GoI/ AIMA
Personality traits a must
Strong communications skills both written and verbal
Ability to handle complex assignment independently.
Ability to work with ambiguity. Taking a systematic structured view of situations.
Ability to interact with client (senior government officials)
Demonstrating willingness to get hands dirty and developing a problemsolving attitude
Strong personal and professional presence and selfconfidence capable of working effectively with senior team as well as all other levels.
PwC Professional leadership development framework focuses on five core attributes: Whole leadership Business acumen technical capabilities Global acumen and Relationships.
We use this framework to recruit develop and assess our people at all grades and all areas of our business helping our people to meet the expectations of our clients colleagues and communities in todays changing global marketplace.
Minimum years experience required
Additional application instructions
Education (if blank degree and/or field of study not specified)
Degrees/Field of Study required: Postgraduate (Certificate) Master of Business AdministrationDegrees/Field of Study preferred:Certifications (if blank certifications not specified)
Required Skills
Contract ManagementOptional Skills
Accepting Feedback Accepting Feedback Active Listening Analytical Thinking Business Analysis Business Requirements Analysis Commercial Transactions Communication Contract Dispute Resolution Contract Lifecycle Management Contract Management Contract Negotiation Contractual Agreements Contractual Compliance Monitoring Contractual Risk Management Cost Analysis Cost Management Creativity Customer Liaison Embracing Change Emotional Regulation Empathy Inclusion Indirect Sourcing Industry Trend Analysis 26 moreDesired Languages (If blank desired languages not specified)
Travel Requirements
Not SpecifiedAvailable for Work Visa Sponsorship
NoGovernment Clearance Required
NoJob Posting End Date
Required Experience:
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