Procurement Lead- Manpower Cluster

The Manager-Procurement position in the Manpower/Services Cluster Global Procurement team is now open in Bangalore/NCR. As the Manager-Procurement, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the Enterprise procurement spend by overseeing the procurement process, sourcing suppliers, and managing supplier relationships. Your primary focus will be on ensuring a seamless supply chain and optimizing costs while collaborating with cross-functional teams to make strategic decisions and implement best practices within the procurement function. Your responsibilities will include developing inventive and cost-effective procurement strategies, strategically sourcing and engaging with value-adding suppliers, managing supplier relationships through regular communication and performance evaluations, as well as resolving any issues that may arise. You will be expected to conduct risk assessments on potential contracts and agreements, manage the procurement spend effectively, and drive long-term savings programs. Additionally, you will be responsible for preparing and presenting reports on procurement activities, performance metrics, and cost savings to higher management. Leading RFI, RFP/RFQs, and conducting Reverse Auctions in the Ariba tool will also be part of your duties. Maintaining all relevant supplier documentation, ensuring audit readiness of purchasing documents, and collaborating with internal stakeholders to develop procurement plans based on their requirements are essential aspects of this role. To excel in this position, you should possess a minimum of 8-10 years of experience in the Procurement domain and hold an MBA or Graduate/Bachelor's degree. Your expertise as a Buyer for Global Organizations, in-depth knowledge of procurement principles, strategies, and best practices, along with good communication skills, will be crucial for success in this role. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, contracting knowledge, virtual client-facing skills, and familiarity with ERP Tools supporting Procurement like SAP-Ariba are desirable qualifications. In summary, as the Manager-Procurement, you will lead the Manpower Operations and services audits, implement process improvements, simplification, and automation, drive employee engagements, handle SOX queries, SOP reviews, and conduct QBRs with strategic suppliers. Your positive attitude, planning skills, self-discipline, and fluency in English, both oral and written, will be assets in fulfilling the responsibilities of this role effectively.,