Senior Manager - Procurement, Indirect & Digital Solutions

As the Procurement Manager at the organization, your responsibilities will include: - Developing and executing procurement strategy for indirect goods and services in alignment with the company's goals and objectives. This includes leading the sourcing process, including RFP/RFI and negotiations to secure the best value for the organization. - Identifying opportunities for cost savings, process improvements, and supplier relationship enhancements. - Building and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating favorable terms, pricing, and agreements. - Conducting regular supplier performance evaluations to ensure quality and reliability. - Managing a diverse range of categories such as facilities, marketing, travel, CAPEX, Packaging, MRO, etc. - Collaborating with internal stakeholders (operations, HR, etc.) to understand their requirements and develop category-specific strategies. - Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts ensuring compliance with legal and company standards. - Monitoring contract expiration dates and terms to proactively address renewals and changes. - Ensuring compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and ethical standards. - Mentoring, coaching, and grooming team members for future roles within the organization. In addition, you will work closely with the Digital Solutions (DS)/Reflective team to: - Ensure timely and competitive sourcing of materials for client site projects. - Develop strategic sourcing roadmaps and implement spend categorization for better procurement efficiency and cost control. - Maintain strong supplier relationships and negotiate favorable terms for digital components. - Ensure compliance with procurement policies and procedures while supporting the organization's broader business goals. We will be looking for the following qualifications in you: - Bachelor's degree in Engineering/MBA. - Proven experience of at least 8 years in direct/indirect procurement. - Strong negotiation, commercial, analytical, and problem-solving skills. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. - Ability to work with cross-functional teams of diverse backgrounds. - In-depth knowledge of procurement best practices and industry trends in Indirect procurement. - Experience managing complex indirect spend categories across multiple countries and business units with a demonstrated ability to oversee complex sourcing transactions, negotiate effectively, and handle contractual responsibilities. - Prior experience in team leadership or management. - Demonstrated success in creating and executing effective direct/indirect procurement strategies.,