Procurement Associate (Manpower)

ABOUT THE JOB

The Global Procurement team invites application for “Buyer” in Manpower/Services Team to support the Enterprise procurement spend. You will be responsible for handling the procurement process, sourcing suppliers and managing supplier relationships to ensure a seamless supply chain and optimise costs. You will also collaborate with cross-functional teams, make strategic decisions and implement best practices within our procurement function.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic team in a competitive market.

Standard role description:

• Developing procurement strategies that are inventive and cost-effective.
• Sourcing and engaging reliable suppliers and vendors.
• Negotiating contracts and terms with suppliers to ensure favourable pricing, payment terms and mutually beneficial agreements.
• Manage supplier relationships, including regular communication, performance evaluations and issue resolution
• Performing risk assessments on potential contracts and agreements.
• Controlling the procurement budget and promoting a culture of long-term saving on procurement costs.

· Prepare and present reports (MIS) on procurement activities, performance metrics and cost savings to higher management.

· Publish RFI, RFP/RFQ’s and conduct Reverse Auction in Ariba tool.

• Maintain all relevant supplier documentation.
• Ensure Audit readiness of all purchasing documents.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their requirements and develop procurement plans accordingly
• Working knowledge of MS Excel And PowerPoint.
• Positive Attitude, Planning, Curiosity, Self-discipline.

· Working knowledge of ERP Tools supporting Procurement. SAP-Ariba.

Requirements:
Additional Personal Skillsets & Experience for Role in Global Procurement

· Experience

Minimum 7-10 years of experience in Procurement domain

Education

MBA / Graduate/bachelor’s degree.

· Personal Skills / Expertise

· Experience in performing duties as Buyer for Global Organizations

· In-depth knowledge of procurement principles, strategies and best practices

· Good Communication skills

· Contracting knowledge will be a good to have additional skill set

· Virtual client facing skills

· Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

· Language

English: Fluency in both oral and writing, good in making presentations

· Computer and Software

Proficient in Microsoft Office, Outlook, MIS and Data analysis, PPT, SAP / Ariba