Procurement Lead- Manpower Cluster

As a Manager-Procurement in the Manpower/Services Cluster Global Procurement team, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Enterprise procurement spend. Your primary responsibilities will include developing inventive and cost-effective procurement strategies, engaging with value-adding suppliers, and managing supplier relationships to ensure a seamless supply chain and optimize costs. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, make strategic decisions, and implement best practices within the procurement function. Key Responsibilities: - Develop procurement strategies that are inventive and cost-effective. - Engage in strategic sourcing and collaborate with value-adding suppliers. - Manage supplier relationships through regular communication, performance evaluations, and issue resolution. - Perform risk assessments on potential contracts and agreements. - Drive long-term savings programs by managing the procurement spend effectively. - Prepare and present reports (MIS) on procurement activities, performance metrics, and cost savings to higher management. - Lead RFI, RFP/RFQs, and conduct Reverse Auction in Ariba tool. - Maintain all relevant supplier documentation and excel in supplier relationship management. - Ensure audit readiness of all purchasing documents. - Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their requirements and develop procurement plans accordingly. - Utilize working knowledge of MS Excel and PowerPoint for data analysis and presentations. - Possess a positive attitude, strong planning skills, and self-discipline. - Utilize working knowledge of ERP tools supporting Procurement, specifically SAP-Ariba. - Lead Manpower Operations and services audits. - Implement process improvements, simplification, and automation. - Lead employee engagements, SOX queries, and SOP reviews. - Drive QBRs with Strategic suppliers. Qualifications Required: - Minimum 8-10 years of experience in the Procurement domain. - Education: MBA/Graduate/Bachelor's degree. - Experience in performing duties as a Buyer for Global Organizations. - In-depth knowledge of procurement principles, strategies, and best practices. - Strong communication skills. - Contracting knowledge will be an additional asset. - Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. - Fluency in English, both oral and written, with good presentation skills. - Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook, MIS, data analysis, and SAP/Ariba. (Note: The additional details about the company were not included in the provided job description.),