The Global Procurement team of a leading IT company invites application for “Buyer” in Manpower / Services Team to support the Enterprise
procurement spend. You will be responsible for handling the procurement process, sourcing suppliers and managing
supplier relationships to ensure a seamless supply chain and optimise costs. You will also collaborate with cross-
functional teams, make strategic decisions and implement best practices within our procurement function.
Requirements
Developing procurement strategies that are inventive and cost-effective.
Strategic Sourcing and engaging with value adding suppliers
Negotiating contracts and terms with suppliers to ensure favourable pricing, payment terms and mutually
beneficial agreements.
Manage supplier relationships, including regular communication, performance evaluations and issue
resolution
Performing risk assessments on potential contracts and agreements.
Managing the procurement spend and driving long-term savings programs
Prepare and present reports (MIS) on procurement activities, performance metrics and cost savings to
higher management.
Lead RFI, RFP / RFQ’s and conduct Reverse Auction in Ariba tool.
Maintain all relevant supplier documentation and having excellent supplier relationship management skills.
Ensure Audit readiness of all purchasing documents.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their requirements and develop procurement plans
accordingly
Internal - General Use
Working knowledge of MS Excel And PowerPoint.
Positive Attitude, Planning, Self-discipline is must.
Working knowledge of ERP Tools supporting Procurement. SAP-Ariba.
Lead Manpower Operations & lead services audits .
Implement process improvements, simplification and automation.
Lead employee engagements, SOX queries, SOP reviews
Driving QBR's with Strategic suppliers.
Minimum 8-10 years of experience in Procurement domain
Manager Procurement • Bengaluru, KA, IN