Senior Manager Global Procurement - Vendor Management Office

10 - 13 years

14 - 18 Lacs

Posted:1 day ago| Platform: Naukri logo

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Let s do this. Let s change the world. We are seeking an individual who thrives in ambiguity and is capable of driving vendor management initiatives with strategic vision and precision.
In this vital role, you will serve as the Vendor Management Office lead. You will oversee the management and optimization of Global Procurement Strategic Vendor relationships to ensure alignment with organizational goals, acting as a strong change agent who can prioritize and solve problems to enable positive results within our partnerships.
Reporting to the Process Management, E2E Policies, & Performance Lead, you will lead the execution of procurement vendor strategies with our major service providers, ensuring procurement vendors meet their obligations while fostering mutually beneficial relationships. In this vital role you will establish a managed governance program to ensure accountability, transparency, and information sharing that strengthens collaboration and maximizes contract value. Your responsibilities will include building strong vendor partnerships, managing performance metrics, mitigating risks, and driving innovation.
Roles & Responsibilities:
  • Design and manage governance with Global Procurement vendors to ensure optimal service delivery, compliance, and contract value
  • Execute vendor management strategies that align with the organizations procurement and business objectives.
  • Collaborate with suppliers to identify areas for improvement in processes, quality, and cost-efficiency. Work together on continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the overall partnership.
  • Act as the primary point of contact for strategic vendor negotiations, issue resolution, and escalations.
  • Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure vendor performance and ensure compliance with SLAs and contractual obligations.
  • Identify and mitigate risks associated with vendor relationships, including financial, operational, and compliance risks.
  • Drive cost-saving initiatives by negotiating favorable terms, improving efficiency, and monitoring vendor spend to align with budgetary goals.
  • Leverage vendor management tools and technologies to streamline processes, track performance, and improve data visibility.
  • Collaborate across internal teams (Procurement, Legal, Finance) and suppliers to align strategies, enhance processes, and support Supplier Relationship Management (SRM).
Functional Skills:
Must-Have Skills:
  • Familiarity with procurement platforms such as Ariba, as well as ERP systems and advanced analytics tools to support decision-making and process automation.
  • Excellent problem solving and organizational skills
  • Strong analytical skills, including the ability to analyze large datasets, identify trends, and derive actionable insights
  • Experience leading large, cross-functional teams and managing complex global projects in a matrixed environment.
Good-to-Have Skills:
  • Procurement process knowledge, contract management, financial analysis, market analysis, supplier analysis, supplier diversity, supplier management, technology utilization, strategic planning and integrated supply chain experience
  • Internal stakeholder management, data/information management, category management, process redesign and continuous improvement expertise, project management and performance measurement skills
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
  • Influencing and Change Management skills
Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor s degree and 10 - 13 years of experience in sourcing, procurement, and/or related field experience AND
  • At least 2 years of managerial experience directly managing people and/or leadership experience leading teams, projects, programs or directing the allocation of resources.

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