Procurement Specialist

Job Title : Technical Buyer-

Procurement (IT Infrastructure, Global)

Location : Bangalore / Mohali

Department : Procurement

Reports To : Procurement Manager

Role Overview :

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced

Senior Executive – Procurement

with strong expertise in

global procurement of IT infrastructure products and services . The role requires end-to-end procurement handling – from RFQ / RFP to PO creation, vendor management, cost negotiations, and ensuring timely delivery to support business-critical IT infrastructure projects across global regions.

Key Responsibilities :

Procurement Operations :

Handle

global RFQs and RFPs , ensuring competitive quotes and supplier compliance with company standards.

Develop and maintain strong relationships with global OEMs, distributors, and suppliers.

Negotiate pricing, payment terms, warranties, and SLAs to drive

cost savings and value .

Partner with IT, Finance, and Project Teams to understand requirements and deliver within agreed timelines.

Provide regular updates to stakeholders on request status, bottlenecks, and delivery timelines.

Track procurement cycle times, supplier performance (SLA adherence), and cost savings.

Prepare

monthly PO reports

(RFQs handled, escalations, approvals, cost savings, supplier onboarding).

Escalate process gaps and drive continuous improvements.

Key Skills & Competencies :

Strong knowledge of

IT products & services

(Servers, Storage, Laptops, Networking, Security, Cloud subscriptions, Software licenses).

Experience in

global procurement operations

(multi-region, multi-currency).

Excellent negotiation, vendor management, and cost optimization skills.

Proficiency in

ERP systems

(SAP, Odoo, etc.) and MS Excel.

Ability to work under pressure, prioritize multiple requests, and meet strict timelines.

Strong communication skills (verbal & written) for engaging with global stakeholders.

Qualifications & Experience :

BE / BTech (Computer Science / IT / Electronics) preferred, or any degree with strong IT Infrastructure procurement experience

2 to 3 years of experience in IT Infrastructure Procurement and Global Sourcing