Purchasing Specialist

Role Overview: You will be joining the Purchasing Market Operations team at Procter & Gamble in an entry-level role supporting the execution of purchasing strategies. Your responsibilities will include various aspects of purchasing operations, from supplier selection to contract negotiation. Key Responsibilities: - Execute sourcing strategies for brand-building services such as digital advertising, content creation, and social media management - Review & process purchase requisitions - Manage and maintain the vendor database, ensuring accuracy and up-to-date information - Implement and monitor operational purchasing policies and procedures - Leverage digital tools and data analytics to streamline workflows, track vendor performance, and generate actionable insights - Maintain accurate documentation and track key data points related to marketing services - Serve as the primary point of contact for routine communication with agencies, freelancers, and other vendors - Liaise with internal marketing and finance teams to address operational purchasing-related inquiries/issues - Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with vendor partners - Ensure all agreements and supporting documents are properly executed and stored - Ensure daily purchasing activities comply with company policies, standards, and legal requirements - Identify and report on any purchase-related issues or compliance risks Qualifications Required: - No specific qualifications mentioned in the job description Additional Company Details: Procter & Gamble offers a wide range of challenging manufacturing/engineering assignments in one of the most influential companies globally. They provide not just a job but a career with diverse assignments and development opportunities. You will have the chance to develop and deliver state-of-the-art technologies supported by multi-million capital investments, with travel opportunities to project locations. Continuous coaching, formal training, and day-to-day mentoring are provided, fostering a dynamic and respectful international work environment that values work/life balance and promotes agility. A competitive compensation package is offered based on qualifications and experience.,