procurement excellence associates

Make a real impact, today, and tomorrow, through work that matters. Here, you will tackle today’s toughest challenges with a future-focused mindset; so our clients turn to us first when it matters most.  

In this dynamic environment, we are looking for Procurement Excellence Associates to join our team in Athens. 

Make a real impact 

• Perform end-to-end procurement processes focusing on Source-to-Contract for highly paced and complex organizations 

• Ensure efficient monitoring and optimization of end-to-end procurement processes through automations, operational improvements and decreased lead times 

• Manage the receipt of purchasing requests, the conduction of tenders, the performance of negotiations and the execution of all relevant activities mainly for technical equipment/services/projects of industrial operations  

• Participate in relevant project management activities as member of a diverse procurement consulting team  

• Collaborate with key stakeholders to ensure clarity of specifications 

• Evaluate and select appropriate and cost-efficient suppliers and initiate procurement partnerships 

• Understand the relevant product and service categories and conduct market research for potential suppliers - focusing mainly on technical equipment/services/projects - to meet the team’s goals 

• Assist to the development, update and implementation of procurement operational strategies

What you bring matters 

• Excellent academic records from a Greek or foreign university, preferably with Engineering background 

• One (1) to three (3) years of working experience in the fields of Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Procurement Engineering, Purchasing, Category Management, Contract Management, Procurement Consulting, Tendering or Tenders Management   

• Previous experience in Procurement of technical equipment or services for industrial operations will be considered as a plus 

• Previous experience in the energy, utilities and/or manufacturing industries and/or related to public tenders will be highly appreciated 

• Familiarization with Source-to-Contract and Purchase-to-Pay processes 

• Strong communication skills and ability to coordinate with various departments/ clients/ suppliers  

• Multi-tasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks 

• SAP experience will be considered as an asset 

BRING YOUR BEST, EVERYDAY 

Your skills, integrity, and curiosity make the difference. At PwC Greece, we match that with an environment that brings out your best every day – supported by people who inspire, challenge, and grow with you.   

What we offer goes beyond a competitive package. It’s about creating the conditions for you to learn, belong, and deliver impact. That means:  

• Your creativity sparked in collaborative office spaces  

• Your career growing through local and global opportunities  

• Your development advanced with continuous learning and professional certifications 

• Your well-being cared for with extra leave days and wellness initiatives 

• Your perspective valued in an inclusive team where your impact matters 

  
Want to unlock new value by applying your unique perspective and talents? At PwC Greece, you lead by example. Our standards for quality and care are high – and together we surpass them. We redefine possibilities for our clients and communities.