Should have managed high spend projects Independently in technology space and have lead pricing negotiation at project level with vendors across categories.
Lead and support the development and execution of the IT procurement strategy.
Manage the end-to-end procurement process for IT products and services, including software, hardware, cloud services, and professional IT services.
Execution of RFPs/RFIs/RFQs in close collaboration with business partners and suppliers.
Analyze market trends, benchmark pricing and supplier landscapes to identify opportunities for cost savings, risk mitigation, and innovation.
Supports supplier negotiations by creating cost models such as Clean Sheet, TCO etc. and assessing range of negotiation outcomes; and executing defined negotiation strategies to ensure business needs are met.
Build and maintain strong relationships with key IT suppliers.
Lead supplier performance management, including setting KPIs, conducting regular reviews, and managing contracts.
Negotiate favorable terms and conditions with suppliers, ensuring alignment with company objectives.
Continuously assess and improve procurement processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
Implement best practices in procurement and sourcing methodologies.
Should have experience in working on Spend Management tools like Coupa Ariba
Ensure compliance with procurement policies and procedures, including ethical sourcing and corporate governance.
Work closely with internal stakeholders, including IT, finance, legal, and compliance teams, to align procurement activities with business needs.
Provide insights and recommendations to senior management on procurement-related matters, including cost-saving initiatives and risk management strategies.
Support project teams in the sourcing and contracting of IT services and products.
Manage and monitor IT procurement budgets and expenditures.
Identify and realize cost-saving opportunities through strategic sourcing and negotiation.
Track and report on savings, contract utilization, and supplier performance.
Maintain highest levels of commercial confidentiality in all aspects in the entire sourcing process.
Share process improvement ideas with the Manager and work independently with other teams to get it implemented
What you will bring:
Minimum qualifications:
Graduate or Postgraduate
Should have 8-12 years of experience in end-to-end IT Sourcing Procurement and have lead vendor negotiations independently (Preferred: Strategic Sourcing experience for Technology Procurement)
Understanding of Negotiation tools like eAuction, Clean Sheet Costing, TCO model, Kraljic matrix etc.
Detail oriented, organized team player; flexible, dynamic, and proactive individual; easily accepts constructive input.
Excellent communication and influencing skill with ability to communicate to stakeholders from different continents.
Excellent presentation and MS Office skills.
Experience in ERP(Coupa/Ariba/SAP) and Procurement tools is preferred.
Associate is expected to work in US support hours.