Job Description

Responsibilities: Strategic Sourcing: Develop and implement sourcing strategies for indirect categories (MRO, office supplies, IT, marketing, travel, facilities, professional services) to optimize total cost of ownership. Ana spend data and identify cost-saving opportunities. Supplier Management: Manage the full supplier lifecycle, including identification, qualification, negotiation, performance monitoring, and relationship building. Conduct regular supplier performance reviews. Contract Negotiation: Lead negotiations with suppliers to secure favorable pricing, terms, and conditions, ensuring compliance with legal and contractual requirements. Procurement Operations: Oversee the purchase order process, track deliveries, resolve discrepancies, and ensure timely payment of invoices. Maintain accurate records of all sourcing activities. Manage supplier files and ensure timely updates. Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with internal stakeholders across departments to understand their needs and provide sourcing expertise. Compliance: Adhere to company procurement policies and procedures, as well as relevant regulations and industry best practices. Process Improvement: Identify and implement opportunities to improve sourcing processes and contribute to departmental efficiency. Systems Management: Utilize and manage e-procurement platforms, spend analytics tools, and other relevant technologies. About you: Qualifications: 12+ years of proven experience in indirect procurement with a demonstrated successful career path. Strong understanding of indirect categories, supply markets, strategic sourcing principles, contract and supplier management. Excellent analytical, negotiation, and presentation skills. Proven ability to draw conclusions and recommendations from data. Experience working cross-functionally with finance, operations, and other departments. Hands-on experience identifying cost-saving opportunities and improving revenue through sound project management. Fluency in written and spoken English. Strong interpersonal skills, ability to manage stress, and commitment to confidentiality. Disciplined, methodical, and organized. Preferred Qualifications: Professional certifications (CIPS, CPSM). Familiarity with specific e-procurement platforms and spend analytics tools.