Tasks and Responsibilities :
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with internal, client and supplier stakeholders
- Managing the daily activities within the procurement process, serving as the primary interface with business owners and supplier representatives
- Execute sourcing projects (i.E. spot buy, RFx, Single Source) using the client and the internal systems and complying with client’s policies & procedures. Supporting and run RFI, RFP, RFQ, eAuction;
creating and managing events in e-sourcing tool
Sourcing of Indirect Procurement – Professional Services category globallyDrafting contracts based on the client’s standard terms and conditionsNegotiating contractual terms with vendorsAdhering to the client’s corporate standards, including using the defined sourcing tools and processes in the delivery of sourcing initiativesEnsuring the functional KPIs, SLAs and other performance objectives are metProactively looking for optimization opportunities. Identify ways to improve related business-as-usual processesSupport analysis of proposals and producing recommendationsNegotiate deals to achieve optimal commercial, specification, compliance and contractual outcomesDay-to-day operational process management and support of relevant operational and P2P processes to ensure accurate and timely ordering and receipt of goods and servicesRequirements :
University degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Supply Chain Management or equal (bachelor’s degree)Experienced in Sourcing Operations and Procurement processes and best practiceMinimum (7+ years) of progressive experience in indirect procurement with preferred 1+ years in specific category of Professional Services in an international (corporate) environmentExperience in review, negotiation, and execution of contracts with vendors with strong negotiation skills.Experienced in conducting tenders (RFI, RFP, RFQ)Specific know-how in Sourcing of Consulting, Personnel Services, Audit, Tax and other professional services is preferred.Problem-solving, relationship management, escalation management and influencing skills with a strong customer-service orientationGood interpersonal, analytical, communication skills. A delivery-focused sourcer and a team player. Ability to multi-task and perform under pressurePrevious experience in working with any of the Source to Contract tools : SAP, Ariba, Ivalua, etc. (preferred)Excellent English - written and verbal communication skillsProficient in Microsoft Office