Home
Communities
Companies
- Companies
  
  Discover best places to work
- Compare Companies
  
  Compare & find best workplace
- Add Office Photos
  
  Bring your workplace to life
- Add Company Benefits
  
  Highlight your company's perks
Reviews
- Company reviews
  
  Read reviews for 6L+ companies
- Write a review
  
  Rate your former or current company
Salaries
- Browse salaries
  
  Discover salaries for 6L+ companies
- Salary calculator
  
  Calculate your take home salary
- Are you paid fairly?
  
  Check your market value
- Share your salary
  
  Help other jobseekers
- Gratuity calculator
  
  Check your gratuity amount
- HRA calculator
  
  Check how much of your HRA is tax-free
- Salary hike calculator
  
  Check your salary hike
Interviews
- Company interviews
  
  Read interviews for 40K+ companies
- Campus placements
  
  Interviews questions for 2K+ colleges
- Share interview questions
  
  Contribute your interview questions
Jobs
Awards

WINNERS AWAITED!
- ABECA 2025
  
  WINNERS AWAITED!
  
  AmbitionBox Employee Choice Awards - 4th Edition
- ABECA 2024
  
  AmbitionBox Employee Choice Awards - 3rd Edition
- AmbitionBox Best Places to Work 2022
  
  2nd Edition
- AmbitionBox Best Places to Work 2021
  
  1st Edition

Add office photos

Employer? Claim Account for FREE

Accenture

Compare

3.8

based on 56.8k Reviews

Video summary

Proud winner of ABECA 2024 - AmbitionBox Employee Choice Awards

Top Rated Mega Company - 2024

Top Rated Company for Women - 2024

Top Rated IT/ITES Company - 2024

16865 Accenture Jobs

Program & Project Mgmt Assoc Director

Accenture Solutions Pvt Ltd

3.8

based on 56.8k Reviews

18-28 years

Bangalore / Bengaluru

Program & Project Mgmt Assoc Director

Accenture

posted 6d ago

Job Role Insights

Flexible timing

Key skills for the job

Power BI SAP CO Data Analytics Oracle Project Management Procurement

+ 7 more

Job Description

Skill required: Tech for Operations - Program Project Management

Designation: Program & Project Mgmt Assoc Director

Qualifications:Any Graduation

Years of Experience:18 to 28 years

What would you do?

Education:oBachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Information Technology, or a related field. Master's degree or relevant certifications (e.g., CIPS, PMP) is a plus.

Experience:o25+ years of experience in Strong Program Management of Global Procurement Technology Projectso8+ years of experience in procurement, with at least 5 years of hands-on experience in procurement technology management or procurement systems integration.oProven experience in implementing, managing, and optimizing procurement technology solutions (e.g., SAP Ariba, Oracle Procurement, Coupa, Jaggaer).oExperience working with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics) and integrating with third-party procurement systems.oStrong experience in data analytics and the ability to derive actionable insights from procurement data.

Technical Skills:oFamiliarity with procurement technologies (SAP Ariba, Coupa, Oracle Procurement, etc.) and e-sourcing tools.oExperience with system integrations, APIs, and data management tools.oFamiliarity with cloud-based solutions and emerging technologies in procurement (e.g., AI, blockchain, robotics).oProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word), and data analytics tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).

What are we looking for?
Desired Attributes:

Strong business acumen and the ability to align technology solutions with business strategies.

Results-oriented, with a focus on driving continuous improvement and delivering tangible business value.

Adaptable and able to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving global environment.

Passion for innovation and a drive to stay ahead of industry trends in procurement and technology.

Skills and Competencies:oStrong knowledge of procurement processes, including sourcing, supplier management, contract management, and purchase-to-pay (P2P) systems.oDeep understanding of procurement technologies and how they integrate with other business systems.oAbility to drive change and digital transformation across a global procurement function.oStrong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and deliver results on time and within budget.oExcellent vendor management and negotiation skills.oStrong leadership skills, with the ability to mentor and develop teams.oExceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and influence stakeholders at all levels.

Roles and Responsibilities: 1. Strategic Leadership in Procurement Technology:o Develop and execute the procurement technology strategy, ensuring alignment with the organization's overall business goals and objectives.o Lead the implementation of innovative technology solutions to streamline procurement processes, improve efficiency, and drive digital transformation within the procurement function.o Create and maintain a technology roadmap to support the evolving needs of the procurement function, ensuring future scalability and adaptability.2. Technology Integration and Optimization:o Oversee the integration of procurement technology platforms (e.g., e-sourcing, contract management, supplier relationship management) with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems and other business applications.o Manage the optimization of existing procurement technologies to ensure seamless operations, improved user experience, and enhanced data visibility.o Collaborate with IT and external vendors to ensure the smooth deployment of new technology solutions.3. Data Management and Analytics:o Leverage data analytics to generate insights into procurement performance, supplier behaviors, and spend trends.o Drive the adoption of data-driven decision-making within the procurement team by implementing advanced analytics tools and dashboards.o Establish data governance and ensure that data integrity, accuracy, and security are maintained across procurement systems.4. Vendor Management and Relationship Building:o Establish and maintain strong relationships with technology vendors, ensuring that contracts, service level agreements (SLAs), and support agreements meet organizational needs.o Lead the evaluation, selection, and negotiation of technology vendor contracts, ensuring cost-effectiveness and alignment with procurement objectives.5. Cross-Functional Collaboration:o Work closely with procurement teams, IT, finance, and supply chain functions to ensure the integration of technology solutions into business processes and that stakeholder needs are addressed.6. Process Improvement and Automation:o Identify opportunities to automate and streamline procurement processes using technology to reduce manual intervention

7. Risk Management and Compliance:o Ensure procurement technologies are compliant with relevant regulations (e.g., data privacy, security standards) and that any legal requirements are met.8. Leadership and Team Development:o Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing procurement technology team, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous learning.o Ensure that team members have the necessary training and skills

Qualifications

Any Graduation

Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent

Read full job description

Accenture Interview Questions & Tips

Prepare for Accenture Associate Director roles with real interview advice

What people at Accenture are saying

3.9

Rating based on 15 Associate Director reviews

Anonymous · Consulting in Bangalore / Bengaluru

Likes

Too much work pressure

Salary - Good

Dislikes

Multiple hierarchy

Job security - Poor

+4 more

Read 15 Associate Director reviews

Associate Director salary at Accenture

reported by 340 employees with 15-25 years exp.

₹31.1 L/yr - ₹107 L/yr

69% more than the average Associate Director Salary in India

View more details

What Accenture employees are saying about work life

based on 56.8k employees

65%

85%

67%

75%

Flexible timing

Monday to Friday

No travel

Day Shift

View more insights

Compare Accenture with

TCS

3.7

Compare

Cognizant

3.7

Compare

Capgemini

3.7

Compare

Infosys

3.6

Compare

Wipro

3.7

Compare

Genpact

3.8

Compare

LTIMindtree

3.8

Compare

Deloitte

3.8

Compare

IBM

4.0

Compare

Nagarro

4.0

Compare

Tech Mahindra

3.5

Compare

Amazon

4.1

Compare

Google

4.4

Compare

PwC

3.4

Compare

NTT DATA, Inc.

4.0

Compare

Mphasis

3.4

Compare

Ernst & Young

3.4

Compare

HCLTech

3.5

Compare

JPMorgan Chase & Co.

4.0

Compare

Microsoft Corporation

4.0

Compare

Similar Jobs for you

Senior Manager at Capgemini Technology Services India Limited

Gandhinagar

12-18 Yrs

₹ 14-20 LPA

Application Lead at Accenture Solutions Pvt Ltd

Bangalore / Bengaluru

12-17 Yrs

₹ 14-19 LPA

Package Consultant at IBM India Pvt. Limited

Kolkata

12-16 Yrs

₹ 35-40 LPA

Project Management Lead at Accenture Solutions Pvt Ltd

Hyderabad / Secunderabad

12-16 Yrs

₹ 15-19 LPA

Project Management Lead at Accenture Solutions Pvt Ltd

Pune

15-20 Yrs

₹ 17-22.5 LPA

Procurement Administrator at beiersdorf

Mumbai

11-15 Yrs

₹ 16-18 LPA

Business Process Designer at Accenture Solutions Pvt Ltd

Chennai

15-17 Yrs

₹ 17-19 LPA

Asset Manager at Capgemini Technology Services India Limited

Kolkata

14-16 Yrs

₹ 16-18 LPA

Presales Solution Architect at CloudMoyo, Inc

Pune

9-15 Yrs

₹ 11-17 LPA

Application Lead at Accenture Solutions Pvt Ltd

Bangalore / Bengaluru

12-17 Yrs

₹ 14-19 LPA

Accenture Bangalore / Bengaluru Office Location

View all

6-11 Yrs

Bangalore / Bengaluru

1hr ago·via naukri.com

Program & Project Mgmt Assoc Director

Accenture Solutions Pvt Ltd

Job Role Insights

Job Description

Accenture Interview Questions & Tips

Top Accenture Associate Director Interview Questions

What people at Accenture are saying

3.9

Rating based on 15 Associate Director reviews

Associate Director salary at Accenture

What Accenture employees are saying about work life

Accenture Benefits

Compare Accenture with

Similar Jobs for you

Accenture Bangalore / Bengaluru Office Location