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Description
As a Procurement Support Specialist or Spot/Tactical Buyer, you will actively support client procurement specialists/managers/category managers/product owners with Source to Contract (S2C) related tasks. This includes responding to procurement process and contract-related queries using information from procurement systems, tools, and agreements, and generating draft agreements using client agreement templates and data inputs. For the Procurement Support Specialist role, you will also be responsible for completing tactical assessments on contracts, collecting and analysing internal/external data, communicating with client cross-functional teams and vendors, and engaging legal teams for direction. For the Spot/Tactical Buyer role, you will develop and execute sourcing strategies, conduct market research and supplier evaluations, negotiate contracts, manage procurement-related projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, maintain accurate records, ensure compliance with procurement policies, and seek opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements. Key Responsibilities: Project Management: Plan, coordinate, and execute procurement-related projects from inception to completion. Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, strategy, stakeholder engagement, etc., Monitor project progress and make necessary adjustments to ensure project goals are met. Stakeholder Management: Collaborate effectively with various cross functional teams. Communicate project status updates, progress, and any changes to stakeholders in a clear and timely manner. Facilitate meetings and ensure all parties are aligned on project objectives and tasks. Support: Contribute to the development and improvement of the PEH deliverables, focusing on enhancing its efficiency and effectiveness. Assist in the integration of PEH process with other systems and processes across Procurement S2C. Tail Spending Services: Support S2C (Source to Contract) initiatives, with a specific focus on tail spend management. Analyse purchasing data to identify opportunities for cost savings and operational efficiencies. Develop and implement strategies to manage and reduce tail spend. Reporting and Documentation: Prepare detailed reports on project status, progress, and outcomes. Maintain comprehensive documentation of all project processes, policies, and procedures. Preparation of PPT, Excel reports, etc., and presentation to stakeholders. Shift Timing: Rotational 04:30 AM / 05:30 AM to 1:30 PM (Daylight Off) OR 03:30 AM to 12:30 PM (Daylight On) Required education Associate's Degree/College Diploma Preferred education Associate's Degree/College Diploma Required technical and professional expertise Procurement Sourcing & Tactical Buying Expertise in purchasing strategies and cost-effective sourcing. Tail Spend Management Ability to analyze and optimize small-scale procurement expenditures. Contract Management Strong negotiation, drafting, and oversight of supplier agreements. Project Management Capability to lead procurement-related initiatives efficiently. Stakeholder Management Experience in maintaining collaborative relationships with key internal and external parties. Presentation & Reporting Skills Ability to develop and deliver procurement insights with clarity. Excellent communication skills (written and verbal). Ability to build and maintain strong relationships. Sound procurement knowledge with the ability to quickly adapt to new tools and systems. Strong time management and problem-solving abilities. High accuracy and attention to detail. Strong data analysis and reporting capabilities. Preferred technical and professional experience NA
