Description- Strategic Sourcing & Procurement: Manage the end-to-end procurement lifecycle for IT and Non-IT categories, including hardware, software, office supplies, and other general goods/services..
- Vendor Management: Evaluate and select vendors based on their capability, pricing, quality, and reliability. Cultivate strong relationships with key vendors and negotiate favorable terms and conditions to secure advantageous contracts.
- Contract Negotiation: Negotiate terms, conditions, and pricing agreements with suppliers, optimizing value while minimizing risk and ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
- Cross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate with various requesting departments, including finance, to understand their procurement needs and provide solutions to support their objectives.
- Risk Management: Identify and mitigate potential supply chain risks related to geopolitical factors, economic fluctuations,Pandemics and supplier dependencies.
- Compliance and Ethics: Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and ethical guidelines throughout the procurement process
- Continuous Improvement: Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the procurement function, optimizing processes, and implementing best practices.
- Procurement Terms & Condition: Shall be well conversant with Contract Terms and condition depending on category of item/Services to be Purchase
Qualifications- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Experience in both IT and Non-IT categories..
- Proficiency in procurement software and tools like ORACLE E-Business Suite skills ( PO Staff, Supplier Management, Item Creation ,supplier creation) and an awareness of functions of the other module
- Comprehensive knowledge of procurement best practices, contract negotiations, and supplier management.
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
- Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled. Job Procurement Primary Location India-Karnataka-Bengaluru Schedule: Contract Travel: No Req ID: 263350 Job Hire Type Contingent Worker (CWK) Not Applicable #BMI N/A