Level 9 to 7) Industry/Sector: Energy, Consumer Goods & Services, Communications and Media, Insurance, Banking and Capital Markets Functional Area: Strategic Sourcing and CostReduction Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations … to ensure that potential risks are transparent and the extended supply chain is resilient. Accenture SC&O Strategy focuses on the following elements: Strategic CostReduction & Working Capital End-to-End Supply Chain & Operation Transformation Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Sustainable Value Chain including Responsible Procurement Global Operating Models (SC … Procurement & GBS) Supply Chain Risk and Resilience Operations and process transformations (Prime Value Chains) In this role you will: Shape and design cost and productivity programmes that form an integral part of broader transformation programmes Provide insights on cost drivers and recommend strategies to enhance financial sustainability Conduct More ❯
realisation - from ideation through to execution and manage Digital's partner efficiency plan through an interlock process between programmes and units. Accountable for driving costreduction initiatives related to third party spend for Digital Partner Ecosystems efficiency and Sourcing initiatives, including benefit realisation - from ideation through to execution … and associated benefit realisation that drives Digital vision and strategy. You'll have the following skills and experience Digital transformation, strategic sourcing & costreduction and sourcing Operating Model Design & implementation Proven track record of developing and delivering impactful sustainable change programmes Defining and delivering transformation strategy which includes … re-structuring large deals Defining and managing transformation strategy Defining and deliver commercial management and costreduction projects Knowledge of vendor management function Experience in at least one of the key Technology Sourcing domains: Application Development, Application Maintenance (ADAM), Networks, Data Centres, Cloud, Hosting or End User Computing More ❯
and finance teams by deploying IBP solutions that improve collaboration, forecasting accuracy, and agility. Supply chain strategy & segmentation (operating model, process design, etc.) Strategic costreduction (zero-based supply chain) Inventory optimisation—Help clients refine inventory management by balancing service levels, lead times, and inventory costs using advanced … processes. Sustainable and resilient supply chain (risk, performance, innovation, diversity, sustainability)—Assist in embedding sustainability and risk management into planning processes, balancing resilience with cost and efficiency. Advanced analytics & AI—Utilise advanced analytics and AI-driven forecasting techniques to support predictive demand planning and scenario analysis, ensuring flexibility in … challenges: Create capabilities (process/tools/people) in line with the future operating model Analyse and model financial data to support large scale costreduction programmes, utilising functional and cost category benchmarks, process definitions and enterprise value targeting tools Help clients improve their ability to drive More ❯
East London, London, United Kingdom Hybrid / WFH Options
Colt Technology Services UK
the lifecycle of acquisitions and supporting the business with thematic escalations. Project managing the bidding process for network expansion projects. Deliver material in year cost savings against their assigned base. Identify cost optimization opportunities and deliver them in close conjunction with Engineering Planning teams. Define the … year procurement strategy for your area of responsibility and identify and deliver cost-reduction projects. Help supervise, act as primary mentor and trainer of more junior level CRM roles. Job Description Typical tasks and responsibilities will include: Select and on-board vendors Identify potential vendors and manage the … of orders for dark fibre, backbone, space and power acquisitions Project managing the bidding process for network expansion projects. Identifying, project managing, and delivering cost saving opportunities. Contract and cost management during lifecycle of acquisitions Managing costs during the life cycle of dark fibre, co-location space and More ❯
you'll do: Responsible for conducting thorough financial analysis of project budgets, forecasts, and actual expenditures. This includes analysing project costs, determining variances, and costreduction or optimisation recommendations. Managing and overseeing the CT&I Portfolio of programmes and projects, leading the PMO team to ensure compliance and … PMO Reporting and key performance indicators (KPIs). Providing analysis and scenarios regarding the portfolio's current position and health at monthly meetings. Implementing cost control measures and identifying opportunities for cost savings. Conduct cost-benefit analyses to evaluate project financial viability. Monitor project expenditures and ensure … Bachelor's degree in project management, business administration, or a related field would be preferred. Solid experience and proficiency in financial analysis, budgeting, and cost-control techniques. Certification in project management (e.g. PMP or Certified Scrum Master (CSM . Extensive experience in project management, in a management role. Strong More ❯
supplier capabilities, anticipating future trends in semiconductor technologies. Own the Approved Vendor List (AVL) and lead the supplier lifecycle from selection and qualification to cost & contract negotiation and performance evaluation. Stay ahead of industry trends by analyzing market drivers, cost structures, technical innovations, and competitive landscapes to mitigate … risks and leverage opportunities. Drive cost-reduction initiatives through rigorous analysis, value engineering, and fostering competitive sourcing environments. Collaborate with engineering to influence design decisions for optimal cost and performance. Collaborate closely with Engineering teams and other cross-functional teams to influence technical design decisions, ensuring they … Interface with Planning and Program Management teams to assess current and future sourcing requirements. Periodically travel to supplier sites to drive initiatives such as cost reductions, relationship building, and supplier development. A day in the life As a Senior Commodity Manager and subject-matter expert for semiconductor components, your More ❯
achieve rapid ROI, minimize labor costs, and continuously improve productivity. Our industry-first Robots-as-a-Service (RaaS) model ensures ongoing innovation, scalability, and cost-effectiveness without the burden of significant capital investments. With proven capabilities in diverse workflows-from picking and replenishment to sorting and pack-out-Locus More ❯
products and marketing them to potential customers. Amazon currently seeks a creative, dynamic, and experienced Program Operations Manager to join the EU FBA Defect reduction team to drive Cost of Customer Returns for Amazon and Seller and eliminate Sellers pain points related to customer returns. A successful candidate … with respective owners, monitor and share progress on these metrics with stakeholders. Develop weekly/monthly/quarterly mechanisms to drive visibility on defect reduction initiatives and performance. Work with Ops and Tech teams to develop processes and products to identify and reduce defects. Lead customer return reduction … data and metrics to determine improvements. Experience in FC Operations (ideally Return Logistics). Advanced Excel and Basic SQL knowledge. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Supply chain costreduction experience. Experience of leading customer-facing initiatives. Advanced SQL. Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse More ❯
journeys and measurement strategy (surveys, embedded data, unstructured data, dashboards, closed-loop flows) to help achieve desired outcomes (such as driving operational efficiencies and costreduction, increasing revenue and customer loyalty). This individual will help clients drive organisational change and address the common CX challenge of realising More ❯
how Zeelo collects, manages and leverages internal and external data sources. Identify and deliver improvements to scalability and cost. Optimize queries and pipelines for cost and performance. Develop data infrastructure to power accurate and efficient analytics. Be a champion of data and analytics within the company, educating team members More ❯
achieve rapid ROI, minimize labor costs, and continuously improve productivity. Our industry-first Robots-as-a-Service (RaaS) model ensures ongoing innovation, scalability, and cost-effectiveness without the burden of significant capital investments. With proven capabilities in diverse workflows-from picking and replenishment to sorting and pack-out-Locus More ❯
to obtain conclusive outcomes. Proactively monitor & identify data trends and insights against the current network and performance measures providing recommendations leading to efficiencies and cost reduction. Monitor and analyse customer usage demand profiles to align with best practice for a fit with best practice and provide findings with impacted More ❯
you to work with them. We are committed to continuous improvement. We are always looking for new and innovative ways to improve quality, reduce cost, build excellent solutions, and grow customer happiness. We would like to welcome an organized, innovative and process driven colleague to our team. Day-to More ❯
in place the of day-to-day operations for Europe (Payments, returns, deliveries, systems) ensuring processes run smoothly and any issues are addressed promptly. Cost Optimization: Monitor and analyse expenses, seeking out opportunities to reduce costs (Mainly Logistic) without sacrificing quality or efficiency. Technology Integration: Work actively with JDE More ❯
in place the of day-to-day operations for Europe (Payments, returns, deliveries, systems) ensuring processes run smoothly and any issues are addressed promptly. Cost Optimization: Monitor and analyse expenses, seeking out opportunities to reduce costs (Mainly Logistic) without sacrificing quality or efficiency. Technology Integration: Work actively with JDE More ❯
current with industry trends and advancements, embracing and implementing cutting-edge technologies, reporting standards, and trends within Financial Services, such as AI, ESG, and costreduction strategies. What working at EY offers We offer a competitive remuneration package where you'll be rewarded for your individual and team More ❯
vendor certifications System integration patterns, incl familiarity with ETL or API management tools Data architecture & advanced analytics DevOps; SRE SDLC and agile delivery IT costreduction Previous experience working within a Merger & Acquisition (M&A) environment, with a focus upon IT carve out and IT post-merge integration More ❯
workstreams on transformations such as target operating model design and/implementation, automation, migrations, re-platforming, business integration and separation, process re-engineering or costreduction Able to articulate complex ideas to all levels of an organisation, and effectively lead and manage all key stakeholders and team members More ❯
oriented and comfortable working with multiple business and technical teams. Key job responsibilities Development and execution of network design and optimization strategy to support cost reductions, increase delivery speed, and improve delivery experience for Amazon customers. Contribute to the strategy, prioritize technical and operational initiatives, evaluate and set stakeholders More ❯
staff. Foster personal and career development for direct reports. Commercial Management: Manage contractual scope, control budgets, and identify upsell opportunities. Support account planning and costreduction initiatives. Quality Assurance: Ensure smooth service transitions, attend quality reviews, and develop best practice processes. Leadership: Create a vision for the customer … and delivering against Service Level Agreements. Ability to handle difficulties, performance problems, and conflict between team members. Financial management skills, including budgeting, forecasting and cost management. Knowledge of outsourcing models and service integration. Strong customer relationship and negotiation skills. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. IT-related problem-solving skills. More ❯
current with industry trends and advancements, embracing and implementing cutting-edge technologies, reporting standards, and trends within Financial Services, such as AI, ESG, and costreduction strategies. What working at EY offers We offer a competitive remuneration package where you'll be rewarded for your individual and team More ❯
Placement metric call-outs in xBRs A day in the life Identify Placement improvement opportunities - This remains one of the largest levers to reduce Cost to Serve and Improve Customer Experience for Customers Partner with Analytics teams to develop next generation reporting tools/improvement identification Develop Hypothesis, Test More ❯
diverse and dynamic teams Key job responsibilities Collecting, analyzing and coordinating quantitative data and creating meaningful reports/dashboards to define business improvement and cost reductions Root cause analysis and uncovering core issues using data, then assisting the business to improve and create new measures Recommending, developing, and implementing More ❯
and re-forecasting. Accurate cashflow forecasting (12 week rolling and longer term) and treasury management. Proactively analyse and improve key business areas by challenging cost bases and seeking improvements on net margin of all three revenue streams (Media advertising, B2B Subscriptions, and Physical Events). Optimise financial systems to … up into an FD role for the first time are welcome to apply. Demonstrated experience in driving financial process improvements within complex, international, and cost-conscious environments. Strong capabilities in financial modelling and data analysis, with a focus on actionable insights. Extensive experience in implementing, improving, and optimising management … that foster transparency and accountability. Success in smaller, growing business environments, including scaling processes and driving operational improvements. A history of identifying and implementing costreduction and efficiency measures across an organisation. Ideally, experience in an investor-backed business with a strong understanding of the private equity mindset More ❯
and Innovation strategy Operating Model Strategy and Transformation Pricing & Profit Optimization Consumer-centric new Business Model development Go to market/launch strategy Strategic costreduction Data strategies (e.g. how to leverage cloud-based technologies to drive step-changes in insight & value) You will work with key clients More ❯