GN SC&O - S&P – Procurement Transformation – Analyst

Job Summary:

Sourcing and Procurement Consultant

Roles & Responsibilities:

Procurement Solution Design and Implementation:

• Deliver Sourcing and Procurement engagements

  focused on strategic cost reduction, sourcing optimization, and procurement transformation.
• Support the

  implementation of procurement solutions

  by gathering requirements, defining technical design, and creating test scenarios/scripts to ensure the solution meets the client's needs.

• Engage with clients

  to understand core

  Source-to-Pay (S2P)

  functionalities, participate in

  business process and requirements discussions

  , and develop tailored solutions using

  Ivalua, Coupa, Zycus

  , and

  Jaggaer

  platforms.

• Define and execute end-to-end S2P processes

  , covering category management, supplier management, sourcing, contracts, and invoice management.

• Design test scripts

  for configuration testing, create user manuals, and deliver training to clients on the implemented solutions.
• Develop and track

  S2P KPIs/metrics

  to assess the impact of implemented solutions and track post-implementation value.

Stakeholder and Project Management:

• Work with application developers

  and

  cross-functional teams

  to ensure seamless project execution.
• Provide

  estimates to project managers

  regarding resource and work requirements for complex project components.

• Liaise with customers

  to ensure the successful delivery of the solution, meeting both business and technical needs.
• Support

  business development activities

  by responding to proposals, conducting demos/roadshows, managing staffing, and participating in asset development.
• Manage multiple

  stakeholder relationships

  to ensure alignment across the project lifecycle.

Business Development and Strategy:

• Assist in

  business case development

  for procurement transformation initiatives.
• Contribute to

  procurement transformation strategy

  by identifying areas for improvement and providing recommendations to optimize sourcing and procurement processes.
• Leverage

  data analytics

  to interpret and present procurement insights that drive decision-making and deliver client value.
• Participate in

  client presentations

  , roadshows, and proposal development to support business growth and strengthen client relationships.

Professional & Technical Skills:

Must-Have Skills:

• Proficiency in Sourcing and Procurement

  with hands-on experience using

  eProcurement tools

  such as

  Coupa

  ,

  Ivalua

  ,

  Zycus

  , and

  Jaggaer

  .
• Strong understanding of

  Source-to-Pay (S2P)

  processes including supplier management, sourcing, contracts, and procurement analytics.

• Data analytics

  expertise to interpret complex procurement data and generate actionable insights.
• Ability to

  define, design, and implement procurement transformation strategies

  for clients using advanced procurement technologies.
• Excellent

  problem-solving

  skills to identify and solve complex business challenges related to procurement.

Good-to-Have Skills:

• Experience in

  developing business cases

  for procurement solutions and transformation projects.
• Strong understanding of

  procurement analytics

  and the ability to develop and track

  S2P KPIs/metrics

  .
• Familiarity with

  cloud-based procurement solutions

  and the latest trends in

  digital procurement transformation

  .

Soft Skills:

• Excellent communication

  and

  presentation skills

  to interact effectively with clients and cross-functional teams.
• Ability to thrive in a

  cross-cultural environment

  , managing relationships with global clients and teams.
• Strong

  interpersonal skills

  with a collaborative mindset and the ability to engage and influence stakeholders.

• Client-oriented mindset

  , with a focus on delivering solutions that exceed client expectations.