Project Leader, Performance Improvement (Procurement)
Employment type
Permanent Full-Time
Description & Requirements
WHAT MAKES BAIN A GREAT PLACE TO WORK
At Bain & Company, we’re proud to be consistently recognized as one of the world’s best places to work. We’re currently the #1 consulting firm on Glassdoor’s Best Places to Work list and have ranked in the top four for the last 12 years. We’re deeply committed to diversity, inclusion, and building extraordinary teams.
We hire exceptional people and create an environment where you can thrive—professionally and personally. Our inclusive culture is recognized globally by Fortune, Working Mother, the Human Rights Campaign, Vault, and others.
WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH
This full-time role is based in our Mexico City office and is part of the PERFORMANCE IMPROVEMENT CENTRE OF EXPERTISE (PI COE) within Bain Capability Network. This global team supports Bain consulting teams with cost reduction and operational optimization efforts across Procurement, Supply Chain, and broader Cost Transformation.
As a PROJECT LEADER, you’ll join the Procurement team within PI and work closely with Bain consultants and subject matter experts to drive client solutions and support business development.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
You’ll lead teams of Associates and Analysts to deliver impactful, client-ready materials focused on procurement diagnostics and cost optimization. You’ll also contribute to internal Bain knowledge-building and capability development.
Key Responsibilities:
Own delivery of Procurement-related Performance Improvement projects, including:
Spend analysis, contract review, supplier segmentation, and sourcing strategies
Procurement benchmarking and savings initiative design
Interpret large data sets using ERP and financial systems to uncover value opportunities
Guide the development of deliverables using tools such as Excel, PowerPoint, Alteryx, Tableau, and PowerBI
Present insights and recommendations clearly to senior stakeholders
Drive structured problem solving and high-quality storytelling
Collaborate across global teams for integrated knowledge sharing
Provide mentorship and regular feedback to team members
Manage team resourcing and proactively address capacity issues
ABOUT YOU
Undergraduate or postgraduate degree with strong academic performance
Relevant experience:
Undergraduate: 5–8 years
Postgraduate: 3–6 years
Background in Procurement, Cost Transformation, Supply Chain, or relevant consulting roles
Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills
Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills; working knowledge of Alteryx, Tableau, PowerBI; Python or AI tools are a plus
Demonstrated ability to lead teams and manage multiple stakeholders
Comfortable working onsite in the office four days a week in Mexico City
Fluent in English, both written and spoken