Assistant Manager, Procurement Consulting (m/f/d)

Interpath is an international and fast-growing advisory business with deep expertise across Deals, Advisory and Restructuring.

We deliver tangible results for global businesses, their investors and stakeholders when complex challenges arise and critical decisions need to be made.

Interpath is agile, independent and conflict-free, and our commitment to doing the right thing every time sets us apart.

Since our foundation in 2021, Interpath has grown rapidly and now operates across the UK, Ireland, France, Germany, Switzerland, Austria, Spain, the British Virgin Islands, the Cayman Islands, Bermuda, Barbados and Hong Kong.

Following the acquisition of Kerkhoff in 2025, Interpath established a strong presence in Germany, bringing together leading expertise in Restructuring, Debt Advisory and Value Creation.

• Within our
• Value Creation practice, the

Procurement Consulting team partners with clients to optimise procurement performance, strengthen supply chains, improve working capital and deliver sustainable EBITDA improvements.

The Opportunity

As an

Assistant Manager , you will play a key role in delivering procurement transformation and value creation engagements across multiple industries.

You will independently manage project workstreams, guide junior team members and work closely with Managers, Directors and Managing Directors to deliver measurable results for our clients.

This role offers significant client exposure, early leadership opportunities and a clear development path towards Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead individual project workstreams within procurement transformation, cost optimisation and operational improvement engagements.
• Analyse procurement organisations, operating models, sourcing strategies and supply chain processes to identify improvement opportunities.
• Develop fact-based recommendations to improve procurement performance, reduce costs and optimise EBITDA, cash flow, working capital and operational KPIs.
• Conduct spend analyses, supplier assessments, market benchmarking and opportunity assessments using quantitative and qualitative data.
• Support strategic sourcing initiatives, supplier negotiations, contract optimisation and supplier performance management.
• Prepare executive‑ready presentations, steering committee materials and decision papers for senior client stakeholders.
• Manage day‑to‑day communication with client counterparts across Procurement, Finance, Operations and Supply Chain.
• Coordinate project activities, monitor timelines, manage risks and ensure high‑quality deliverables.
• Coach and develop Consultants and Analysts by providing guidance, feedback and day‑to‑day support.
• Contribute to organisational transformation programmes, post‑merger integration and procurement operating model redesign.
• Support proposal development, pitch presentations, thought leadership and business development initiatives.

Requirements

• Outstanding academic background, ideally including a Master's degree in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, Economics or a related discipline.
• Relevant professional experience in procurement consulting, management consulting or strategic procurement within industry.
• Experience delivering procurement transformation, cost reduction, strategic sourcing or value creation projects.
• Strong understanding of procurement operating models, category management, strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management and procurement excellence.
• Experience leading project workstreams and coordinating small teams in a consulting environment.
• Strong analytical capabilities with the ability to translate complex data into actionable business recommendations.
• Commercial acumen with a clear understanding of how procurement impacts EBITDA, cash flow, working capital and enterprise value.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills and confidence interacting with senior client stakeholders, including Procurement Directors, CFOs, COOs and Supply Chain leaders.
• Experience using e Procurement platforms, P2P systems, spend analytics and data visualisation tools is desirable.
• Excellent presentation, communication and project management skills.
• Initial experience supporting business development activities, proposal writing or client pitches is advantageous.

Native or business fluent German and English (minimum C1) are required.

Additional European languages are considered an advantage.

• Willingness to travel to client locations across Germany, Europe and internationally.

What We Offer

• Exposure to high‑impact procurement and value creation projects for private equity and corporate clients.
• Early responsibility with direct access to senior leadership and Managing Directors.
• Structured career development and mentoring within a fast‑growing international advisory firm.
• Tailored learning and development programmes, professional training and coaching.
• Opportunities to help shape the future growth of the German Procurement Consulting practice.
• Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Inclusion

At Interpath, we believe diverse perspectives drive better outcomes for our clients and our people.

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed, develop and contribute.

Our Values

• Do the right thing
• All hands on deck

These values guide how we work with our clients, collaborate with colleagues and build our business.

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