Group Manager- Contracting

As a Group Manager in Contracting & Sourcing, you will be responsible for overseeing contract lifecycle management with a focus on contracting (70%) and strategic sourcing (30%). Your role will involve leading a contracting team, conducting negotiations, ensuring compliance, and supporting sourcing initiatives across key categories. If you are detail-oriented, commercially sharp, and experienced in managing complex contracts, this position is well-suited for you. **Key Responsibilities:** - Lead contract drafting, redlining, negotiations, renewals, and amendments. - Ensure compliance with legal, commercial, and regulatory requirements. - Maintain a centralized contract repository and ensure audit readiness. - Monitor vendor contract obligations and SLA compliance. - Guide and mentor a team of contracting specialists. - Support RFP/RFQ processes and supplier evaluations. - Conduct market research and price benchmarking. - Contribute to cost savings and category optimization projects. - Assist in vendor selection and commercial negotiation. **Qualifications Required:** - 8-12 years of experience in contracting & sourcing with strong contracting exposure. - Experience in procurement services, vendor governance, and contract management. - Ability to lead and develop teams. - Strong negotiation, analytical, and stakeholder management skills. - Proficiency in SAP/Ariba/Coupa preferred. As part of the role, you will collaborate with legal, finance, operations, and business units, acting as the escalation point for contracting and sourcing queries. You will also be responsible for building strong internal and external relationships. **Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):** - Contract TAT & accuracy - Compliance and audit readiness - SLA/vendor performance - Cost savings contribution - Timely execution of sourcing projects In addition to the responsibilities outlined, you will have the opportunity to lead the contracting function end-to-end, work with cross-functional stakeholders and leadership teams, and thrive in a fast-paced and growth-focused procurement environment. If you meet the qualifications and are excited about the opportunity, please send your resume to siddharth.sankpal@wns.com with the subject line "Group Manager (Contracting & Sourcing)". As a Group Manager in Contracting & Sourcing, you will be responsible for overseeing contract lifecycle management with a focus on contracting (70%) and strategic sourcing (30%). Your role will involve leading a contracting team, conducting negotiations, ensuring compliance, and supporting sourcing initiatives across key categories. If you are detail-oriented, commercially sharp, and experienced in managing complex contracts, this position is well-suited for you. **Key Responsibilities:** - Lead contract drafting, redlining, negotiations, renewals, and amendments. - Ensure compliance with legal, commercial, and regulatory requirements. - Maintain a centralized contract repository and ensure audit readiness. - Monitor vendor contract obligations and SLA compliance. - Guide and mentor a team of contracting specialists. - Support RFP/RFQ processes and supplier evaluations. - Conduct market research and price benchmarking. - Contribute to cost savings and category optimization projects. - Assist in vendor selection and commercial negotiation. **Qualifications Required:** - 8-12 years of experience in contracting & sourcing with strong contracting exposure. - Experience in procurement services, vendor governance, and contract management. - Ability to lead and develop teams. - Strong negotiation, analytical, and stakeholder management skills. - Proficiency in SAP/Ariba/Coupa preferred. As part of the role, you will collaborate with legal, finance, operations, and business units, acting as the escalation point for contracting and sourcing queries. You will also be responsible for building strong internal and external relationships. **Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):** - Contract TAT & accuracy - Compliance and audit readiness - SLA/vendor performance - Cost savings contribution - Timely execution of sourcing projects In addition to the responsibilities outlined, you will have the opportunity to lead the contracting function end-to-end, work with cross-functional stakeholders and leadership teams, and thrive in a fast-paced and growth-focused procurement environment. If you meet the qualifications and are excited about the opportunity, please send your resume to siddharth.sankpal@wns.com with the subject line "Group Manager (Contracting & Sourcing)".