Specialist, Procurement

• Manage end-to-end procure-to-pay (P2P) processes with a focus on compliance and efficiency.
• Handle local procurement needs with deep expertise in HR, Admin, Facility, and Physical Security categories.
• Support procurement for Professional Services (IT Contractor hiring) and IT infrastructure.
• Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) to streamline processes and align metrics with global standards.
• Ensure timely execution of tasks, multitask effectively, and meet SLAs and business deadlines.
• Conduct supplier evaluation, contract negotiation, and contract management.
• Assess procurement risks and communicate complex issues clearly to legal and non-legal stakeholders.
• Utilize SAP Ariba for procurement operations and prepare detailed MIS reports.
• Draft, redline, and interpret legal and procurement contract clauses.
• Negotiate agreements such as MSA, MHSA, MPA, PSA, SOWs, Work Orders, LOIs, MOUs, and Term Sheets.
• Collaborate with the Head of Procurement Operations to report on contract status, SLAs, KPIs, and compliance.
• Prepare and deliver reports and presentations using advanced Excel and PowerPoint.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders using strong written and verbal communication skills.
  

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 6–8 years of experience in procurement or supply chain operations, preferably in a corporate or shared services environment.
• Strong understanding of India P2P processes and procurement best practices.
• Experience with SAP Ariba or similar procurement platforms.
• Good communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to interpret and support contract terms and procurement policies.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.