Preface At PwC, our purpose is to build trust in society and solve important problems. We’re a network of firms in 157 countries with more than 300,000 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 pro-actively and effectively on multiple client engagements over the period of time and take ownership of the entire project delivery he/she entrusted with.Broad Role / Responsibilities Lead the preparation of Request for Proposals (RFPs), including pre-qualification, 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.Broad Experience & Expertise Requirements 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. Specific Past Work Experience Requirements (Essential criteria) Minimum 10 year of experience in which at least 4 years’ experience in bid process management (RFP Preparation/ Pre-Qualification/Technical/Financial bid evaluation)Educational Qualifications (Essential criteria)Any Graduate / MCA with MBA/PGDBM or equivalentCertifications (Not essential but desirable)– Procurement certificate from World Bank / IIM/ GoI/ AIMAPersonality 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 problem-solving attitude Strong personal and professional presence and self-confidence, capable of working effectively with senior team as well as all other levels.Interested candidates can mail their cvs to Nimisha.singh@/sanya.mittal@.Please do mention your total years of experience and experience you have in Bid Process Management specifically in the body of the email.Nimisha
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Senior Associate