Assistant Vice President - Procurement Lead

ConfidentialMumbai, India

9 days ago

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This will encompass strategic sourcing, contract administration, vendor relationship management, negotiations, and overall operations for procurement activities within scope. This position is highly visible with internal and external stakeholders and will engage directly with suppliers.

Job Description

About the Role :

Procurement Strategy : Develop, implement, and optimize procurement strategies aligned with C&W's goals and objections.
Sourcing & Vendor Management : Source new suppliers, evaluate capabilities, identify suitable solutions, and work with TDS and Corporate Category Managers to award contracts.
Cost Control : Analyze procurement data, monitor costs, and identify opportunities for cost savings without compromising quality or service.
Process Improvement : Continuously enhance processes, workflows, and tools to increase efficiency and effectiveness.
Contract Management : Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and other business documents including adherence to company policy, compliance, and legal requirements.

About You

Bachelor's degree in Business or a related field is required.

Proven experience as a Procurement Manager (or similar role) with at least 7 years of relevant experience.

Strong knowledge of procurement best practices, sourcing, and vendor management.

Experience in contract negotiation and management, including English language. Prior experience working in a shared services environment is a plus.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with robust global cultural awareness. Knowledge of legal and regulatory aspects of procurement globally.

Why join Cushman & Wakefield

As one of the leading global real estate services firms transforming the way people work, shop and live working at Cushman & Wakefield means you will benefit from;

Being part of a growing global company;

Career development and a promote from within culture;

An organisation committed to Diversity and Inclusion

We're committed to providing work-life balance for our people in an inclusive, rewarding environment. We achieve this by providing a flexible and agile work environment by focusing on technology and autonomy to help our people achieve their career ambitions. We focus on career progression and foster a promotion from within culture, leveraging global opportunities to ensure we retain our top talent. We encourage continuous learning and development opportunities to develop personal, professional and technical capabilities, and we reward with a comprehensive employee benefits program.

We have a vision of the future, where people simply belong.

That's why we support and celebrate inclusive causes, not just on days of recognition throughout the year, but every day. We embrace diversity across race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or persons with disabilities or protected veteran status. As part of our ongoing commitment to RAP, Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island Islanders are highly encouraged to join us! (For AUS only) We ensure DEI is part of our DNA as a global community - it means we go way beyond than just talking about it - we live it. If you want to live it too, join us

INCO : 'Cushman & Wakefield'

Skills Required

Negotiation, Contract Management, Cost Control, Sourcing, Process Improvement, Vendor Management

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