3 Procurement System Jobs

Role & responsibilities : The Head of Procurement is the senior management personnel responsible for leading, managing, and optimizing the procurement function across all units. This role sets the strategic direction for procurement, ensures policy and regulatory compliance, drives efficiency and optimization, and manages the performance of procurement function. The incumbent will work closely with leadership to ensure that procurement supports the mission, growth, and cost-effective procurement of the organization, including the quality of materials being procured. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Strategic Procurement Leadership Develop and implement an organization-wide procurement strategy aligned with operational needs. Define, improve, and review the procurement policies and processes, adhere to the compliance standards, defined approval limits, and implement operational risk controls. Ensure consistency, transparency, and accountability across all procurement activities. 2. Team Management and Supervision Directly manage and mentor Procurement Managers and Officers. Assign responsibilities, set team goals, and monitor procurement performance indicators (KPIs). Conduct regular reviews, training, and organizational development within the procurement function as well as the requisitioning functions/departments on the procurement process and policy. 3. Vendor & Contract Governance As part of vendor development establish strategic supplier relationships and negotiate high-value contracts. Oversee vendor onboarding, performance evaluations, and contract renewals across locations. Ensure preparation of all post-negotiation documents like comparative, recommendation contract agreements & terms and conditions for high-value procurements. Act as an escalation point for any high-risk or high-value vendor issues. Drive, lead, and manage any legal action or legal response related to vendors and procurements, in consultation with the Manager Legal and finance team and the vendor service/material recipient such as the Facilities team, Academic team, Admin team, etc. 4. Systems, Reporting & Budget Oversight Ensure full utilization of ERP platform (e.g., Microsoft D365) for procurement workflow, approvals, and analytics. Lead cost optimization initiatives and track annual procurement including identifying savings as well as potential optimization possibilities. Implement rate contracts for regular procurements as well as oversee periodic and timely renewals after documented evaluation. Monitor adherence to procurement budgets in collaboration with Finance (Business Analyst). 5. Compliance & Risk Management Ensure full compliance with procurement rules and regulations, internal policies, and GST regulations. Always ensure and support audit readiness by maintaining documentation, logs, and procurement records. Evaluate risks in contracts and high-value purchases and mitigate the risks through proper documentation, monitoring process and controls (such as vendor due diligence, vendor evaluation, periodic open and closed order evaluation, etc.) 6. Cross-Department Collaboration Periodically coordinate with Principals, Facilities Team, Finance Team and Operations Managers to plan and forecast procurement needs to ensure timely availability of material and/or service without impacting the programmatic and functional timelines. Serve as the single point of authority for all escalated procurement matters from the locations. Preferred candidate profile: Qualification: Masters degree in Business Administration or Supply Chain Management, or related discipline. Experience: 1015 years of procurement experience in all categories of procurement including technical projects, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership or multi-site managerial responsibility. Experience managing a procurement team comprising of experienced Managers and Officers. Familiarity with Microsoft D365 ERP platform or equivalent procurement systems. Strong knowledge of vendor management, contract law, and GST compliance.

What you will do Let s do this. Let s change the world. We are seeking an individual who thrives in ambiguity, capable of driving digital procurement initiatives with precision and purpose. You will support the implementation of strategies, systems, and processes that enable efficient and effective procurement solutions aligned with our ambitious goals. Reporting to the Source-to-Contract (S2C) Technology Enablement Lead, your responsibilities will include supporting the implementation of the Digital Procurement strategy, documenting and translating requirements, driving design changes and system integrations, conducting maintenance and upgrades, and enabling user experience capabilities through innovative tools and applications. Roles & Responsibilities: Support implementation and enablement of the Digital Procurement strategy. Document business and functional requirements and translate them into technical requirements. Support implementation of design changes, system configurations, and integrations. Conduct scheduled maintenance and support periodic upgrades of Procurement applications and systems. Drive and support enablement of user experience capabilities. Implement systems, applications, and tools that activate the user experience strategy and vision. Functional Skills: Must-Have Skills: Proficiency in procurement systems and tools (e. g. , SAP Ariba, Coupa, Oracle Procurement Cloud). Experience with system configurations, integrations, and design changes Ability to document and translate business and functional requirements into technical specifications Strong analytical skills to identify opportunities for system improvements and user experience enhancements. Good-to-Have Skills: Proven track record of supporting the implementation of digital strategies and procurement systems. Experience working in Agile methodology. Soft Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to work effectively with global, virtual teams Ability to navigate ambiguity High degree of initiative and self-motivation Ability to manage multiple priorities successfully Team-oriented, with a focus on achieving team goals Basic Qualifications: Bachelor s degree and 2-4 years of experience supporting digital transformations. What you can expect of us As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we'll support your journey every step of the way. In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards Plans that are aligned with local industry standards.

What you will do Let s do this. Let s change the world. We are seeking an individual who thrives in ambiguity, capable of driving digital procurement initiatives with precision and purpose. You will support the implementation of strategies, systems, and processes that enable efficient and effective procurement solutions aligned with our ambitious goals. Reporting to the Source-to-Contract (S2C) Technology Enablement Lead, your responsibilities will include supporting the implementation of the Digital Procurement strategy, documenting and translating requirements, driving design changes and system integrations, conducting maintenance and upgrades, and enabling user experience capabilities through innovative tools and applications. Roles & Responsibilities: Support implementation and enablement of the Digital Procurement strategy. Document business and functional requirements and translate them into technical requirements. Support implementation of design changes, system configurations, and integrations. Conduct scheduled maintenance and support periodic upgrades of Procurement applications and systems. Drive and support enablement of user experience capabilities. Implement systems, applications, and tools that activate the user experience strategy and vision. Functional Skills: Must-Have Skills: Proficiency in procurement systems and tools (e. g. , SAP Ariba, Coupa, Oracle Procurement Cloud). Experience with system configurations, integrations, and design changes Ability to document and translate business and functional requirements into technical specifications Strong analytical skills to identify opportunities for system improvements and user experience enhancements. Good-to-Have Skills: Proven track record of supporting the implementation of digital strategies and procurement systems. Experience working in Agile methodology. Soft Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to work effectively with global, virtual teams Ability to navigate ambiguity High degree of initiative and self-motivation Ability to manage multiple priorities successfully Team-oriented, with a focus on achieving team goals Basic Qualifications: Bachelor s degree and 2-4 years of experience supporting digital transformations. What you can expect of us As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also work to care for your professional and personal growth and well-being. From our competitive benefits to our collaborative culture, we'll support your journey every step of the way. In addition to the base salary, Amgen offers competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards Plans that are aligned with local industry standards.