Senior Associate - Procurement

Role Overview: As a Senior Associate - Procurement at Buying Simplified in Chennai, you will play a vital role in supporting strategic procurement initiatives through data analysis, taxonomy management, and AI-driven insights. Your focus will be on optimizing procurement processes to deliver measurable value to clients by leveraging technology and analytics. Key Responsibilities: - Conduct comprehensive spend analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities, procurement trends, and areas for process optimization. - Manage item categorization, taxonomy mapping, and classification systems for materials and services across multiple categories. - Utilize artificial intelligence tools to map items accurately, enhance data quality, and improve classification accuracy. - Develop comprehensive dashboards, reports, and presentations using Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI, and other analytics tools to support data-driven decision-making. - Support RFP/RFQ processes, supplier evaluation, and selection activities to ensure optimal vendor partnerships. - Collaborate with internal teams, stakeholders, and clients to drive sourcing initiatives and procurement excellence. - Ensure data accuracy and consistency across ERP systems, analytics platforms, and procurement databases. Qualifications Required: - Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, SCM, or a related field. - 3 - 6 years of experience in procurement operations, preferably supporting US clients. - CIPS, CPSM, or Data Analytics certifications are highly desirable. - Hands-on experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, Coupa, Ariba, Zip, or similar platforms. - Proven experience with ERP transitions and system migrations. - Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Power BI or equivalent visualization tools. - Experience with AI-based item mapping, procurement automation tools, or machine learning applications. - Deep understanding of taxonomy structures, category management, and spend classification. Additional Details: Buying Simplified is a forward-thinking organization specializing in strategic procurement and finance solutions. They focus on creating competitive advantages through sourcing strategies, operations optimization, and finance enhancements. The company fosters a competitive and collaborative workforce that drives innovation and excellence, providing professional development opportunities and a flexible work environment. Buying Simplified is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace, offering competitive compensation and benefits to its employees.,