Spend Management Consultant

About the role

Wo rk Location: At Profit Recovery Partners (PRP), we believe that collaboration and innovation thrive when we're together. This position is fully onsite at our Santa Ana office, allowing for real-time teamwork, immediate problem-solving, and a strong sense of community among our team members.

What you'll do

• As the subject matter expert, your role will be focused on creating additional value to existing accounts/clients/projects.
• As it relates to creating additional value, some of your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: Analyzing client infrastructure, vendor contracts, and pricing structures to identify cost-saving opportunities
• Collaborate cross-functionally to develop solutions tailored to client needs
• Leading complex negotiations with vendors to secure favorable terms on behalf of clients
• Deliver actionable insights and present findings to client stakeholders
• Proactively identify client challenges and recommend strategic and operational solutions that exceed expectations
• Stay informed of industry trends and emerging technologies within your domain
• Create and refine deliverables such as data analyses, reports, and client presentations as it relates to creating additional value
• Serve as an internal resource for functional expertise and thought leadership
• Work independently on projects or as a contributor on larger engagements
• Take ownership of projects from ideation through execution, often in situations with limited direction or defined processes
• Focus on proactively driving progress, setting clear objectives, and ensuring timely delivery of results
• Facilitate and lead internal meetings with confidence, aligning stakeholders across functions, navigating ambiguity, and championing initiatives that push projects forward without waiting for instruction
• Develop and implement robust contract management processes and governance frameworks, including compliance monitoring, performance tracking, and dispute resolution, to optimize supplier relationships and ensure ongoing contract effectiveness.
• What You Need: Bachelor's degree required
• Minimum 8-11 years of experience in consulting, vendor management, or business analysis
• Deep functional expertise in one or more spend categories (e.g., IT, telecom, facilities)
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in Excel; ability to synthesize large data sets
• Proven experience developing solutions in complex client environments
• Exceptional communication and client-facing presentation skills
• Project management experience and familiarity with tools to manage deliverables such as SmartSheet and Project Management CRM strategies
• Who We Are: Profit Recovery Partners is a professional services firm that develops, implements and manages cost-reduction solutions for FORTUNE 1000 companies, law firms, private equity firms and private companies throughout
• North America. Our spend management, supplier management and procurement strategies have resulted in more than $11 billion in client savings.

What you'll bring

• You are a strategic thinker and expert in your field who thrives in a fast-paced consulting environment.
• You enjoy diving deep into complex problems, developing innovative solutions, and driving value for clients.
• Your knowledge spans vendor negotiations, industry best practices, and process optimization, and you're passionate about using your expertise to impact
• Fortune 1000 clients.

Benefits

• At PRP, we offer more than just a job — we provide a dynamic, supportive environment where you can thrive personally and professionally.
• Here's what you can expect when you join our team:
• Full medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Optional pet insurance
• Access to a gym membership discount (offered through our healthcare provider and available for select fitness centers) $200/month waived medical benefit for employees who opt out of our health plans
• Cell phone stipend for applicable roles
• Financial Wellness: 401(k) plan with company match
• Time Off to Recharge: Generous paid holidays, vacation, sick leave, bereavement, and jury duty leave
• Strong Foundation: Over 28 years of consistent growth and success Fun