Senior Associate - Procurement Support

Job Description

Position Purpose The desired candidate should have at least 3 to 5 years of experience in the procurement field, which includes vendor management (specifically external consulting management), purchase requisition and purchase order activities, invoice processing, contract administration, and vendor data maintenance. Additionally, the candidate should be skilled in generating reports using MS Excel and internal systems, as well as in developing analytics and reporting for senior management. Responsibilities Direct Responsibilities Review purchase requisitions & orders Invoice Processing Contract Administration Identify and resolve PR - PO processing issues Vendor management (External Consulting Management) Work with buyers / client group and suppliers to resolve delivery issues Work on critical aspects of deliverables with a hands-on approach, including communication / follow-up with key stakeholders to ensure timely deliverables Contributing Responsibilities North America Coverage 2:00 PM IST to 11 PM IST. The shift may be extended until 1 AM, contingent upon the business as usual (BAU) activities on that specific day. Technical & Behavioral Competencies Knowledge of MS Applications, P2P tools or ERP systems will be an advantage. Team player, high motivation, positive, can-do attitude, flexibility. Highly effective communication skills with stakeholders & suppliers Good problem-solving skills Skills Referential Behavioural Skills(Please select up to 4 skills) Ability to collaborate / Teamwork Communication skills - oral & written Attention to detail / rigor Active listening Transversal Skills: (Please select up to 5 skills)Ability to develop and adapt a processAbility to understand, explain and support changeAnalytical AbilityAbility to set up relevant performance indicatorsAbility to manage a projectEducation Level:Bachelor Degree or equivalentExperience LevelAt least 3 years