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Comply with the procurement policies laid down by the organization. Tracking PR's. Discussion with user on technical clarification. RFQ preparation, identifying potential bidders, floating RFQ's, follow up & getting quotations. Preparation for negotiations, conducting auctions for settling the right price, quality, delivery along with best payment terms. Preparing commercial comparison, obtaining approvals as per DOA matrix. Awarding POs and Contracts. Market analysis and supplier assessment for MRO, consumables, IT Opex & capex. Spend analysis, Identifying key saving projects. Be part of CFT Supplier selection, commercial negotiations, facilitating product trials and ensure optimum results of those projects. Category Management in high spend commodities. Catalogue management of tail spend items. Standardization, Supplier rationalization. Preparing Monthly MIS - Saving report, PR- PO conversion TAT, DPO, Purchase performance, Saving projects Tracker, improvement and presenting to management for reviews & feedbacks. PO amendment - price, quantity, payment terms, Inco terms. Fetching data from ERP & Analytical tools. Drive the procurement strategies to meet cost savings targets. Ensure right sourcing is done w. r. t. safety, quality, delivery, cost, & morale Shall be able to handle high value complex sourcing projects including overseas. Letter of credits Coordinate with corporate finance for establishment of LC for payment to abroad vendors Technical Skills/Knowledge : Knowledge of Procurement to Pay process Knowledge of Price trend and supplier base. Knowledge of commercial terms & import transactions. Hands on working exp. with SAP ERP, MS office, E-bidding tool, E-RFQ. Good analytical skills Zero Based Cost Analysis

As a Senior Associate in the Procurement on Demand (PoD) team at PwC, you will be a part of the Managed Services division, where you will play a crucial role in helping clients optimize their sourcing and procurement capabilities to achieve competitive advantages. Your primary focus will be on category management, strategic sourcing, procurement transformation enabled by technology, and procurement on demand managed services. By leveraging your expertise in sourcing practices, spend levers, and procurement principles, you will drive innovation, cost reduction, and supply chain resilience for our clients. Your responsibilities will involve working closely with clients to design and execute strategic sourcing initiatives, conduct supplier negotiations, and manage supplier relationships effectively. You will be expected to demonstrate deep knowledge of procurement operations, contract management, and supplier management practices. Additionally, your ability to analyze large datasets, interpret data insights, and translate them into actionable strategies will be essential in driving procurement transformation workstreams. To excel in this role, you are required to have 4-8 years of experience in sourcing and procurement services, along with a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Analytics, or Accounting. Any procurement-related certification would be considered a plus. Proficiency in tools such as Power BI, Tableau, Microsoft Excel, and PowerPoint will be crucial for effectively communicating key procurement metrics and insights to senior stakeholders. Your role will also involve collaborating with internal teams, managing complex categories, and identifying opportunities for strategic sourcing and supplier partnerships. At PwC, we value individuals who can uphold professional and technical standards, demonstrate strong analytical skills, and adapt to evolving business contexts. By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to grow your personal brand, deepen your technical expertise, and contribute to the success of our clients through optimized sourcing and procurement strategies.,

At EY, you'll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture, and technology to become the best version of you. And we're counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all. EY-GDS: Business Consulting -SC&O (Supply Chain & Operations) We are looking for seasoned professionals with 3-7 years of experience and a strong consulting background in supply chain operations, particularly in contract and supplier management. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in transforming Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) processes ranging from digitization and compliance reviews to analytics and automation while ensuring alignment with legal and business objectives. In parallel, the candidate will lead supplier management initiatives, including onboarding, segmentation, performance tracking, and risk mitigation, using advanced tools and data-driven insights. This role demands a strategic thinker who can drive procurement excellence by optimizing contractual value, enhancing supplier collaboration, and delivering measurable outcomes across both direct and indirect categories. Your Key Responsibilities - Conduct comprehensive spend analysis across direct and indirect categories using advanced tools such as Power BI, Tableau, Excel, Alteryx, or SQL and augment with GenAI-driven insights to uncover cost-saving opportunities, bundling synergies, compliance gaps, and sourcing inefficiencies. - Build and maintain cost and financial models including Should-Cost, Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), and Clean-Sheet models leveraging GenAI to simulate sourcing scenarios and generate negotiation playbooks. - Enable maverick spend reduction by developing compliance monitoring dashboards and reinforcing procurement policy adherence through analytics-driven controls. - Classify and segment spend data by supplier, category, business unit, region, and other dimensions using both rule-based and AI/ML-driven approaches including large language models (LLMs), supervised classification algorithms, and natural language processing (NLP). - Develop and automate real-time dashboards and insights engines, powered by natural language querying interfaces (e.g., GenAI-powered chatbots) that enable business users to interact with data conversationally. - Apply predictive and prescriptive analytics to forecast demand, price inflation, and market dynamics, enabling proactive category strategies and risk mitigation plans. - Support strategic sourcing and category management by delivering data-driven insights, supplier scorecards, market benchmarks, and opportunity assessments. - Partner with category leads and procurement stakeholders to translate analytics into actionable sourcing strategies, negotiation levers, and supplier optimization roadmaps. - Continuously improve analytics maturity by experimenting with emerging technologies including agentic AI, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), autonomous spend monitoring bots, and advanced visualization techniques for real-time, self-serve procurement intelligence. To qualify for the role, you must have - Masters degree in business administration or supply chain & Operations from a Tier-1 or Tier-2 institute, with 3-7 years of relevant experience. - Demonstrated experience in leading cost-saving initiatives, strategic sourcing, and category management across direct and indirect spend areas. - Proven track record of delivering procurement transformation projects with measurable impact. - Advanced data analysis and spend analytics capabilities using tools such as Excel, Power BI, or similar platforms. - Consulting Experience in Spend Analytics, category management, governance frameworks, strategic sourcing. - Supply chain consulting experience in Big 4, Supply chain global consulting firms preferred. - 30% travel expected as per project requirements. What We Look For A team of people with commercial acumen, technical experience, and enthusiasm to learn new things in this fast-moving environment. An opportunity to be a part of a market-leading, multi-disciplinary team of 1400 + professionals, in the only integrated global transaction business worldwide. Opportunities to work with EY SCO practices globally with leading businesses across a range of industries. What Working At EY Offers At EY, we're dedicated to helping our clients, from startups to Fortune 500 companies and the work we do with them is as varied as they are. You get to work with inspiring and meaningful projects. Our focus is education and coaching alongside practical experience to ensure your personal development. We value our employees, and you will be able to control your development with an individual progression plan. You will quickly grow into a responsible role with challenging and stimulating assignments. Moreover, you will be part of an interdisciplinary environment that emphasizes high quality and knowledge exchange. Plus, we offer support, coaching, and feedback from engaging colleagues, opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career, and the freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that's right for you. EY | Building a better working world EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people, and society and build trust in the capital markets. Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform, and operate. Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax, and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.,

YASH Technologies, a leading technology integrator, is seeking a Senior SAP Ariba Consultant with a minimum of 8+ years of experience in ARIBA and good communication skills. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field. They must have worked on at least 3 End to End implementations / Rollouts experience in ARIBA and possess hands-on experience in the requirements gathering/fit-gap, design/blueprinting, and configuration/customization phase of SAP transformation programs. Key Responsibilities: - Lead and participate in the implementation, configuration, and deployment of SAP Ariba S2C modules, including Strategic Sourcing, Supplier Management, Contract Management, and Spend Analysis. - Design and configure Ariba solutions to meet specific business requirements, ensuring seamless integration with existing systems and processes. - Manage project deliverables and timelines, ensuring successful end-to-end implementation of SAP Ariba S2C solutions. - Collaborate with key business stakeholders, including procurement, legal, and finance teams, to understand their requirements and translate them into SAP Ariba solutions. - Conduct workshops and training sessions for end-users, ensuring they are fully equipped to use the SAP Ariba platform effectively. - Act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders, providing insights on how to leverage SAP Ariba functionalities to achieve business goals. - Work with cross-functional teams to integrate SAP Ariba S2C solutions with other SAP modules (e.g., SAP MM, SAP SRM) and non-SAP systems. - Ensure seamless data flow between SAP Ariba and other enterprise systems, enabling accurate reporting and analysis. - Knowledge of SAP best practices and experience with SAP ACTIVATE methodology. - The consultant should be ready to move onsite if required. YASH Technologies provides an inclusive team environment where you are empowered to create a career that aligns with your goals. We offer flexible work arrangements, a free spirit, and emotional positivity, agile self-determination, trust, transparency, and open collaboration, all the support needed for the realization of business goals, stable employment with a great atmosphere, and ethical corporate culture. Join us and be part of our hyperlearning workplace where continuous learning, unlearning, and relearning take place at a rapid pace and scale.,

As a Procurement Analyst in our Sourcing & Procurement Department, you will play a crucial role in various key responsibilities. You will be responsible for tracking savings, creating scorecards and dashboards to evaluate supplier performance, conducting sourcing scenario analytics, and contributing to the development of negotiation strategies. Your insights gleaned from data will be instrumental in building effective negotiation tactics. Additionally, you will oversee spend management across categories, analyze spend trends over time, conduct root cause analysis for spend variances, and ensure compliance monitoring. Your primary responsibilities will include data extraction from structured and unstructured sources, ensuring data accuracy, categorizing and enriching data for easy review, and presenting information through a clear taxonomy for a comprehensive understanding of global spending insights. You will be tasked with analyzing and reporting on purchasing KPIs, metrics, and trends to facilitate informed decision-making, supplier sourcing, on-time delivery, and cost-saving opportunities. You will take ownership of all sourcing analytics within the Sourcing & Procurement team, contribute to the development of negotiation strategies, identify critical tactics for sourcing events, manage procurement performance processes, create dashboards and scorecards for suppliers, track spend across categories, offer root-cause analysis for spend variances, monitor supplier compliance, and provide data analysis on initiative progression and performance. Key Expertise Areas: - Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Analytics, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Computer Science, or related field, or equivalent work experience - 5 years of purchasing/sourcing experience - 5 years of data/supply chain analytics preferred - Experience in the Technology Industry is preferred - Training in supply chain analytics preferred - Proficiency in Excel is a must - Experience in procurement/sourcing tools is preferred - Strong communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills - Strong analytical skills with demonstrated problem-solving abilities This position offers the opportunity to lead the design and development of processes and controls for analytics in a growing department. If you are a detail-oriented individual with a strong analytical mindset and a passion for procurement and sourcing analytics, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.,

As a Business Intelligence Advisor at NTT DATA in Pune, Maharashtra, India, you will be responsible for utilizing your analytical, statistical, and programming skills to collect, analyze, and interpret large volume data sets. Your main objective will be to develop data-driven solutions for addressing challenging business issues. Additionally, you will monitor, analyze, and report on business performance, financial results, and other key performance indicators defined by the business. Your responsibilities will include analyzing spending patterns, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and providing actionable insights to enhance decision-making processes. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, interpret data trends, and develop dashboards or reports to effectively communicate your findings. Understanding user requirements and translating complex data into user-friendly reports ensuring data accuracy will be a crucial part of your role. Moreover, you will create visually compelling and insightful reports and interactive dashboards by connecting tools like Tableau or Power BI to SQL and Snowflake. You will lead or participate in multiple analytical projects, conduct exploratory data analysis to uncover trends and insights, and apply statistical techniques to solve business problems. Utilizing Python libraries such as Pandas, NumPy, and Matplotlib for data analysis, visualization, and modeling will also be part of your responsibilities. Furthermore, you will automate data processing and analysis workflows using Python, perform spend analysis by gathering, cleansing, and transforming procurement spend data, and ensure data quality check and correction. Staying updated on industry trends, optimizing BI tools, writing optimized SQL & Snowflake queries, designing workflows in Alteryx Designer, and creating anomaly detection systems will also be within your scope of work. In terms of technical skills and competencies, you must have experience in business analytics or spend analytics projects, the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, strong relationship building and communication skills, high proficiency in Microsoft Excel, and visualization capabilities in Power BI/Tableau. Knowledge about Alteryx Designer and Snowflake is preferred along with experience in requirements gathering, analysis, and defining implementation roadmaps. You should hold a Bachelor's degree in information science, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or a quantitative discipline, with an advanced degree being preferred. A minimum of 10-15 years of work experience in data management and analysis, including at least 5 years in procurement data management and spend analysis, is required. Demonstrated experience in Python programming, data architecture, data integration/ETL, and reporting/visualization tools is essential. About NTT DATA: NTT DATA is a global innovator of business and technology services with a commitment to helping clients innovate, optimize, and transform for long-term success. As a Global Top Employer, NTT DATA has diverse experts worldwide and offers services in business and technology consulting, data and artificial intelligence, industry solutions, and the development, implementation, and management of applications, infrastructure, and connectivity. NTT DATA is part of NTT Group, investing over $3.6 billion annually in R&D to support organizations and society in their digital transformation journey. Visit us at us.nttdata.com.,

Job Title Associate Location Hyderabad Business Unit Supply Chain Management Build a career with confidence Carrier Global Corporation, global leader in intelligent climate and energy solutions, is committed to creating solutions that matter for people and our planet for generations to come. From the beginning, we&aposve led in inventing new technologies and entirely new industries. Today, we continue to lead because we have a world-class, diverse workforce that puts the customer at the center of everything we do. Role Description As an associate for Supply Chain, you will be supporting one or more supply chain processes and will work with global stakeholders to manage projects, stabilize and pilot new processes, and continuously look for improvement opportunities. Responsibilities Define and execute process initiatives focused on the sustained improvement of supply chain business processes Deliver KPIs and deliver on business results by standardizing and improvisation of supply chain processes Own quality of deliverables and success of procurement operations standardization, maturity and improvement Own and lead projects that would help us standardize process and deploy new policies globally Examples of supply chain processes- Procurement operations, Contract lifecycle management process, Spend management process, RFQ process, Negotiation process, etc. Basic Qualifications & Experience Knowledge of supply chain / manufacturing industries is required Should have experience in Project management. Understanding of key project management concepts like RACI, Project Charter, RAID etc. Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Power Point) Strong Process understanding to break down a process into sub-processes for meaningful interpretations Good communications skills to understand the requirements quickly and able to represent data as per business need Learner: Flexible attitude to work with the willingness to learn new skills when required Proficiency in spend analysis and ability to glean insights from data Interpersonal skills - Able to work in a global environment and with stakeholders located in different regions of the world Excellent Eye for detail: The person needs to have the observatory skills to identify the problem in the most accurate manner and articulate the observations. High Learning Agility Benefits Be part of a truly global company with over 100 years of history. Opportunities for professional development and career advancement. Access to a wealth of learning resources, both internal and external. Dynamic and inclusive work environment where everybody feels that they belong. Our commitment to you Our greatest assets are the expertise, creativity and passion of our employees. We strive to provide a great place to work that attracts, develops and retains the best talent, promotes employee engagement, fosters teamwork and ultimately drives innovation for the benefit of our customers. We strive to create an environment where you feel that you belong, with diversity and inclusion as the engine to growth and innovation. We develop and deploy best-in-class programs and practices, providing enriching career opportunities, listening to employee feedback and always challenging ourselves to do better. This is The Carrier Way. Join us and make a difference. Apply Now! Carrier is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class. Job Applicant&aposs Privacy Notice Click on this link to read the Job Applicant&aposs Privacy Notice Show more Show less

As an I&F Decision Sci Practitioner Specialist at Accenture, you will be responsible for delivering breakthrough business outcomes for clients by harnessing talent, data, and intelligence to redefine their operating models. One of your key responsibilities will be to conduct spend analysis, which involves the process of collecting, cleansing, classifying, and analyzing expenditure data with the aim of decreasing procurement costs, improving efficiency, and monitoring compliance. This analysis can also be applied to other areas of business such as inventory management, budgeting and planning, and product development. You will collaborate with operations and other teams to gather data and create reporting setups. Additionally, you will develop and maintain Power BI dashboards for spend analysis and reporting, perform ad-hoc analysis, and create reports as required. Your role will also involve managing and enhancing data models and visualizations in Power BI, identifying and troubleshooting data quality issues and failures in reports, transforming data, creating data models, and sharing insights with stakeholders. Ensuring data accuracy and integrity in all reports and dashboards will be crucial, along with providing functional and technical expertise in spend data analysis. To excel in this role, you should have 7 to 11 years of experience and hold a degree in any graduation field. You should possess strong skills in spend analytics, adaptability, teamwork, workload prioritization, dispute resolution, and a commitment to quality. By embracing the power of change and leveraging your expertise, you will contribute to creating value and shared success for clients, people, shareholders, partners, and communities. Visit www.accenture.com to learn more about our global professional services company with leading capabilities in digital, cloud, and security.,

As a Sourcing Manager in the Knowledge Services team, you will lead Global Engagements and implement sourcing strategies across various categories/sub-categories. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, such as procurement, supply chain, and vendor management, to identify suppliers, conduct negotiations, and enhance sourcing processes. The role requires a strategic mindset with excellent negotiation and communication abilities. Your responsibilities will include collaborating with cross-functional teams for procurement, supply chain, and vendor management, engaging with suppliers, negotiating contracts, and optimizing sourcing processes. To excel in this role, you should have a minimum of 10-12 years of relevant sourcing & procurement experience. Strong project management skills are essential, enabling you to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects concurrently, and meet deadlines. Analytical aptitude and business acumen are crucial, along with strong soft skills. You must possess excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills to build effective relationships with suppliers and stakeholders. Additionally, proficiency in change management, client-facing experience, and attention to detail are required for enhancing efficiency. Your expertise should include sound knowledge of procurement processes, familiarity with sourcing tools and technologies, and the ability to analyze data effectively. Experience in tactical & strategic sourcing, contract negotiations, and category management functions is preferred. Proficiency in data analysis tools, Microsoft Office Suite, ERP/P2P tools, and dashboard creation is necessary. Moreover, being a subject matter expert in specific industries/categories will be advantageous for this role. We are committed to diversity and inclusivity in our workplace. ,

As a Supplier Manager - Factory, Capex, and Logistics at Ather Manufacturing plant, you will be responsible for designing and executing Supplier Management initiatives aligned with the organization's objectives and priorities. Your role will involve ensuring smooth and efficient supply chain operations at the factory while handling Indirect commodities for PAN India operations, including Professional managed Services, Logistics, Warehousing, IMPORT/EXPORT, Contractors, and Business Services. You will collaborate closely with stakeholders and HQ for strategic sourcing, supplier performance reviews, project implementations, and other key supply chain initiatives. In this role, you will lead and motivate a team of supply chain professionals at the factory, delegate tasks, provide coaching, and ensure team members have the necessary resources and support to perform effectively. It will be essential to foster a collaborative and results-oriented work environment while reviewing Technical and Commercial documents, Contracts, GPAs, and NDAs related to the factory. Conducting Quarterly Business Reviews (QBR) with suppliers, stratifying suppliers based on strategic importance, and identifying risks early for proactive mitigation will be part of your responsibilities. You will monitor supplier performance, raise alerts on any technology, supply chain, or quality gaps, and collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to design improvement plans. Ensuring timely Supply fulfillment and Quality through effective engagement with suppliers and internal cross-functional teams will be crucial. Additionally, you will communicate happenings and events at Ather to suppliers as needed. To be successful in this role, you should have at least 5-7 years of relevant experience in Indirect commodities procurement, including Professional managed Services, Logistics, Warehousing, IMPORT/EXPORT, Contractors, and Business Services. Experience in supplier landscape understanding, value chain mapping, zero-based costing, strategy development and execution, program management, negotiations, and INCOTERMS is required. Strong collaboration, persuasion, influencing, planning, process management, decision-making, communication, and interpersonal skills are essential. Experience in industries such as Automobile, Aerospace, or related manufacturing industries will be advantageous. Ideally, you should hold a Bachelors/Masters degree in engineering or an MBA in Supply Chain Management, along with 8-10 years of functional experience in handling Indirect commodities procurement. Experience in working on Greenfield projects will be a valuable asset to bring to Ather Manufacturing plant.,

As an Assistant Manager - Sourcing & Procurement at Genpact, you will be collaborating with internal category sourcing teams and clients to comprehend their requirements for conducting sourcing events. Your primary responsibilities will include defining and developing sourcing strategies, managing RFx sourcing for mid to high-level events, and requesting competitive proposals from eligible suppliers. Additionally, you will engage in negotiations with suppliers and ensure successful outcomes for the customers. Your duties will involve assisting the category team in articulating their sourcing event needs, drafting requirement documents such as SOW or position postings, and documenting business requirements. You will be responsible for creating RFP documents, coordinating supplier RFIs, analyzing responses, and conducting supplier negotiations and selections as necessary. Furthermore, you will provide contract-related support to the category team by identifying expiring contracts, collaborating with stakeholders to extend or terminate contracts, initiating legal contracts based on agreed templates and clauses, and monitoring contract compliance. In this role, you will conduct spend analysis, maintain reports, and conduct research to support category plans. Working closely with category leaders, you will help develop alternative sources to single-source relationships and assess both incumbent and potential new sources. You will be expected to leverage best practices wherever applicable. Minimum qualifications for this position include a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university or college, or a high school diploma with substantial sourcing experience. Preferred qualifications consist of relevant experience in indirect sourcing, expertise in supplier and stakeholder relationship management, and familiarity with working with global stakeholders, suppliers, and clients outside India. You should possess demonstrated professional verbal and written communication skills in English, knowledge of the local marketplace, legislation, and suppliers, as well as experience in a middle office environment involving running sourcing events, following guidance from category leaders, and possessing strong interpersonal skills to communicate effectively across all levels of an organization. Experience in hosting virtual training and Q&A sessions would be advantageous. Join us at Genpact in Bangalore, India, for a full-time Assistant Manager role with a Master's degree or equivalent education level. If you are passionate about operations and meet the qualifications mentioned above, we welcome your application.,

We are seeking a highly analytical Mechanical Cost Engineer to conduct detailed cost analysis for manufacturing processes and components. You will be responsible for developing should-cost models, evaluating supplier quotations, and performing comprehensive spend analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities. This role requires a strong understanding of manufacturing processes and engineering materials, along with excellent communication and negotiation skills to collaborate with suppliers and internal stakeholders. Roles & Responsibilities: Conduct detailed cost analysis for manufacturing Make as per Print parts and OEM/Commercial components. Develop should-cost models based on manufacturing processes, material usage, labor, tooling, and overhead. Evaluate supplier quotations to ensure cost competitiveness . Perform comprehensive spend analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities and trends. Support the development of procurement strategies by identifying high-spend areas and benchmarking costs. Utilize data analytics tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI) to provide insights and recommend improvements. Understand and analyze engineering drawings, specifications, and design requirements. Collaborate with design and engineering teams to ensure manufacturability and cost optimization. Identify opportunities for cost reduction without compromising quality or design integrity. Work closely with suppliers to analyze cost drivers, negotiate pricing, and validate supplier capabilities. Drive value engineering initiatives to enhance cost efficiency. Perform cost variance analysis and prepare detailed cost breakdowns for stakeholders. Maintain a database of standard costs for materials, processes, and components. Support procurement, sourcing, and supply chain teams with cost inputs. Engage in techno-commercial discussions and provide strategic support to supply chain leaders globally. Skills Required: Strong understanding of manufacturing processes (CNC machining, Fabrication, casting, forging, sheet metal, Assembly, etc.) and engineering materials. Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings (GD&T knowledge is a plus). Familiarity with cost estimation tools and software. Knowledge of design processes and product lifecycle management (PLM). Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities. Strong communication and negotiation skills . Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams. Knowledge of industry standards and benchmarks . Exposure to global supply chains and cost structures. Experience in cost estimation, should-costing, spend analysis, or cost engineering, preferably in manufacturing or automotive industries. QUALIFICATION: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.

At PwC, we specialize in providing consulting services on optimizing operational efficiency and effectiveness. As part of the operations consulting team, you will analyze client needs, develop operational strategies, and offer guidance to help clients streamline processes, improve productivity, and drive business performance. In the sourcing and procurement role, your focus will be on optimizing sourcing and procurement processes to achieve cost savings, enhance supplier collaboration, and strengthen supply chain resilience. Working closely with clients, you will analyze sourcing strategies, identify opportunities for cost reduction and supplier optimization, and develop strategies to enhance procurement efficiency and effectiveness. Additionally, you will provide guidance on implementing strategic sourcing frameworks, supplier relationship management, and digital procurement solutions. In this role, you will build meaningful client connections, manage and inspire others, and navigate complex situations to deepen your technical expertise and awareness of strengths. You are expected to anticipate team and client needs, deliver quality results, and embrace ambiguity by asking questions and using challenging situations as opportunities for personal growth. Your responsibilities as a Senior Associate in the Procurement on Demand (PoD) - Operate field include helping clients optimize their operations to gain competitive advantages. You will focus on category management, strategic sourcing, procurement transformation enabled by technology, and procurement managed services to drive innovation, cost reduction, and supply resiliency. To excel in this role, you need to effectively respond to diverse perspectives, utilize various tools for problem-solving, demonstrate critical thinking skills, understand project objectives in the broader business context, interpret data for insights, and uphold professional and technical standards. The PwC Professional framework provides guidance on leadership development and the skills required for success at all levels within the organization. Minimum qualifications for this role include a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Analytics, or Accounting, along with 4-8 years of experience in Sourcing and Procurement Services. Preferred qualifications include a bachelor's or master's degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or Accounting, and any procurement-related certification would be beneficial. Key skills necessary for this role include deep knowledge of sourcing practices, experience in strategic sourcing initiatives, understanding of spend analysis and procurement diagnostics, contract and supplier management expertise, proficiency in procurement operations, and familiarity with P2P processes. Additionally, advanced skills in data analysis using tools like Power BI and Excel, as well as experience with digital procurement analytics and supplier management tools, are essential. Strong communication skills, ability to collaborate effectively, and uphold ethical standards are also critical for success in this role.,

You will be responsible for managing suppliers in the IT & Services Procurement domain at IBC Knowledge Park, Bangalore. You will report to the Commodity Lead as a part of the Strategic Sourcing team at Ather. Ather is dedicated to providing unparalleled experiences to customers through indigenous Electric Vehicle (EV) products that excel in performance, comfort, and connectivity. Your role will involve: - Designing and implementing Supplier Relationship Management initiatives in accordance with organizational objectives. - Managing procurement commodities such as SaaS and On-prem Software Products & Licenses, Cloud Procurement (GCP, AWS, Azure), Engineering Outsourcing & Managed Services, Data & Telecom services, IT services, and IT Hardware, Networking equipment. - Categorizing suppliers based on strategic significance and developing customized engagement programs. - Conducting Quarterly Business Reviews (QBR) with suppliers and collaborating on action plans. - Proactively identifying and mitigating risks. - Leading the annual supplier event and monitoring supplier performance to drive improvement. - Collaborating with internal teams and suppliers for effective execution of engagement plans. - Keeping suppliers informed about Ather's updates and events. We are seeking individuals with: - Proficiency in supplier landscape understanding, value chain mapping, and Zero based costing. - Experience in formulating and executing strategies with suppliers. - Competence in managing program management pillars - time, cost, quality. - Skills in Spend analysis, negotiations, commercial understanding, and INCO terms. - Ability to work cohesively in a team, influence stakeholders, and excel under pressure. - Strong collaboration, planning, process management, and decision-making abilities. - Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal skills, and experience in Greenfield projects would be advantageous. Qualifications required: - A Bachelors/Masters degree in engineering from a Tier 1 or Tier 2 institute or an MBA in Supply Chain Management. - 7 - 10 years of relevant experience in Indirect commodities procurement. - Prior experience in industries like Automobile, Aerospace, or related manufacturing sectors is preferred.,

Do you want to work on complex and pressing challenges The kind that brings together curious, ambitious, and determined leaders who strive to become better every day If this sounds like you, you've come to the right place. You will work directly with client leaders and front-line operators on topics where implementation issues are important and where driving change is critical to the successful realization of goals. You will spend about 80% of your time working at client locations as part of consulting teams, helping solve complex client problems in product development and procurement domains. This work includes, but is not limited to, end-to-end margin transformation, product and organization-level EBITDA improvement, rationalizing product design based on competitive teardown analysis and customer insights, building and implementing sourcing strategies, estimating product should cost based on clean sheet costing, working on new product development reducing time, cost, and quality attributes, carrying out surveys to understand improvement aspects of the organization, design to cost, design to value, global sourcing, commodity strategy, cost structure, clean sheet, supplier development, negotiation, cost-saving ideas, spend analysis, procurement transformation, and more. About 20% of your time will be spent on developing a cutting-edge knowledge base related to the Product Development and Procurement (PDP) domain. You will also support the development and maintenance of various practice knowledge initiatives by building McKinsey's knowledge on PDP-related topics. You will build your expertise in PDP across advanced industries including automotive, consumer electronics, electric vehicles & batteries, semiconductors, oil & gas, and more. You will be mentored by implementation experts with decades of industry experience and supported with a world-class implementation toolkit and the best of McKinsey's tools and assets. You will be based in one of our India offices - Bengaluru, Gurugram, Kolkata, or Mumbai - as a part of McKinsey Implementation in the Operations practice. McKinsey Implementation provides continuous support to clients to ensure they achieve and sustain the full benefits of recommended changes. Our Operations practice helps clients solve complex operational challenges. Your qualifications and skills should include 1+ years of experience in product development, product cost optimization, strategic sourcing/purchasing, supplier development, spend analysis, commodity strategy, cost reduction, negotiations, etc. Preferred industries are automotive, semiconductors, and consumer electronics. A bachelor's degree in the engineering domain is required, along with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, a strong desire to learn and develop, strong people skills, openness to extensive travel to client sites, and the ability to communicate complex ideas effectively in English.,

As the Global Category Manager Professional Services, you will play a crucial role in translating global divisional category strategy into global, divisional, sub-category strategy. Your responsibilities will include leading the implementation of sourcing plans for sub-categories such as Management Consulting, Corporate Insurance, Translation, Audit, Document Management Services, and Corporate Tax to achieve sub-category savings targets. Your expertise in supplier relationship management will be essential as you manage strategic sub-category supplier relationships and ensure key performance indicators are consistently met. You will be responsible for collecting supplier information and feedback, delivering procurement balanced scorecard metrics, and creating, applying, and reviewing major contracts for the sub-category. Additionally, you will manage the budget/resource allocation for your area of responsibility and report technical complaints, adverse events, and special case scenarios related to Novartis products promptly. Your role will also involve driving procurement productivity savings and value delivery, as well as demonstrating critical negotiations, industry/business exposure, cross-cultural experience, project management, operations management, and execution. To excel in this role, you should have a minimum of 8 years of procurement experience, including familiarity with SAP and spend analysis tools, as well as contracting experience. A university/advanced degree in Business Administration, Economics, or Engineering is required, with a preference for a master's degree or equivalent experience in supply chain management, business administration, or a related field. Your proven ability to navigate global, matrix organizations and work across geographies and cultures will be advantageous in this position. Novartis is committed to reimagining medicine to improve and extend people's lives, with the vision of becoming the most valued and trusted medicines company globally. By joining Novartis, you will be part of a community of smart, passionate individuals working together to achieve breakthroughs that positively impact patients" lives. If you are ready to contribute to creating a brighter future and be part of a mission-driven company, we invite you to explore career opportunities within our network. Join us in our pursuit of helping people with diseases and their families through innovative science and collaborative efforts. For more information about Novartis and to learn about our culture, visit: [Novartis People and Culture](https://www.novartis.com/about/strategy/people-and-culture). If you are interested in staying connected with Novartis and receiving updates on career opportunities, join our Novartis Network here: [Novartis Talent Network](https://talentnetwork.novartis.com/network). To read about the benefits and rewards Novartis offers to help you thrive personally and professionally, refer to our handbook: [Novartis Benefits and Rewards](https://www.novartis.com/careers/benefits-rewards). Novartis Healthcare Private Limited, located in Hyderabad, India, is looking for a dedicated and experienced professional to join their Operations team in the Procurement function. This is a full-time, regular employment opportunity with no shift work required. Novartis is committed to fostering an outstanding, inclusive work environment and building diverse teams that reflect the patients and communities we serve. If you require any accessibility or accommodation for the recruitment process or to perform essential job functions due to a medical condition or disability, please contact us at [email protected] with your request and contact information, including the job requisition number. Join us at Novartis and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference in the lives of patients around the world.,

Key Responsibilities: 1. Market & Supplier Intelligence (Primary Focus) • Conduct market research to identify suppliers, industry trends, and cost benchmarks. 2. Spend & Expense Data Analysis 3. RFx Execution & Proposal Analysis

Procurement Analyst (Strategic Sourcing, Contract Negotiation, Spend Analysis) What is the Enterprise Vendor Management group responsible for? The Enterprise Vendor Management team supports strategic initiatives and firm-wide objectives through the global management of labor and non-labor vendors for the purpose of delivering high quality vendor products and services to grow our investment management business, while optimizing the total cost of ownership. What are the ongoing responsibilities of a Procurement Analyst? You will be a part of the Global team covering a multi hundred-million-dollar Technology Spend Portfolio You will be with the Global Tech & Business teams to understand their requirements for services, products, and platforms You will work on new opportunities, renewals, extensions, buying additional modules, and services You will be responsible for completing the assigned sourcing and contracting requests, while ensuring all records are up to date You will follow up on requests during various stages and provide regular updates to stakeholders in the business, technology, legal, infosec and data privacy teams You will launch and conduct sourcing events and monitor the intake queues for technology products and services requests You will be involved in supplier negotiations (including contracts, commercials, sourcing events) You will review, comment, and redline contract documents (MSAs, SOWS, EULA, Order Forms & Others.) You will partner with Legal to work through conflicting or difficult positions by thinking critically to provide recommendations or alternative options You will manage complex high value sourcing projects from time to time, to ensure optimal pricing and mutually favorable contractual terms, while balancing risk and value You will build partnerships with key stakeholders and leverage relationships to influence strategic sourcing initiatives. What ideal qualifications, skills & experience would help someone to be successful? Minimum of 3+ years of experience in Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, and/or Vendor Management with a focus in the Technology category. (Financial services industry experience is preferred) Minimum of bachelors degree or equivalent experience A reasonable understanding of sourcing and contracting principles & methodologies Ability to perform data & spend analytics Familiarity in reviewing contracts including general contract provisions, redlines, comments, etc. Intermediate excel skills (Pivots, Formulas, Queries, Macros) Familiarity in creating sourcing events, contract requests, and contract workspaces Comfortable in dealing with ambiguity and navigating through situations without clear directions Handle multiple, sometimes competing priorities and managing them with a calm, collected approach Familiarity with Coupa, Ariba, Ivalua, GEP, OR other S2P application suites is a plus Familiarity with data visualization tools (Power BI Qlik Tableau) is a plus Job Level - Individual Contributor Work Shift Timings - 2:00 PM 11:00 PM IST

At ABB, we help industries outrun leaner and cleaner Here, progress is an expectation for you, your team, and the world As a global market leader, well give you what you need to make it happen It wont always be easy, growing takes grit But at ABB, youll never run alone Run what runs the world, This Position reports to: Global Procment & Logistics Mgr -Egy Ind Your Role And Responsibilities In this role, you will have the opportunity to plan and implement global sourcing initiatives either under the leadership of a global division or independently You will ensure purchasing activities align with corporate purchasing policies and procedures Promotes and enables collaboration in the division, across divisions, business areas, and teams to maximize results for the organization, The work model for the role is: This role is contributing to the Process Automation business for Energy Industries division based in Bangalore, India, You will be mainly accountable for: Leverages the Continuous Improvement Process Sourcing process for planning and implementing effective sourcing strategies in line with business strategy and ensuring that the supply base/suppliers have capability and capacity to meet current and future business requirements, Ensure all relevant parties understand strategies and execute processes accordingly, Manages planning and tracking of procurement activities, cost budgets, emerging country spending, and savings forecasts Minimizes risk regarding quality and financial exposure by buying in accordance with quality and commercial procedures and group/ business area guidelines, Negotiate agreements with main suppliers, and periodically renew price lists, and terms and conditions, Adapts corporate contractual framework to the local business needs Recommends frame agreements to management and executes upon approval Provides ongoing oversight and contract management with suppliers, Contributes to and participates in setting and implementing budgets and targets within the group of global categories Ensures the category sourcing performance targets are achieved, Qualifications For The Role 10+ years of experience in Supply Chain Management, Full time engineering graduate with a certification in Supply Chain, Manage relationships with stakeholders in their own area of responsibility and ensure alignment, Supplier Relationship Management, Order Handling & Fulfillment, More About Us ABB Energy Industries is enabling safe, smart and sustainable projects and operations for businesses across the oil, gas, chemicals, life sciences, power generation and water sectors Driving integrated solutions that automate, digitalize and electrify industry we connect our people and technology to help our customers adapt and succeed With over 50 years domain expertise, we continue to innovate and reshape traditional approaches across the energy sector with our technologies designed to improve operational efficiency, reduce risk, reduce energy consumption and waste, We value people from different backgrounds Apply today for your next career step within ABB and visit abb to learn about the impact of our solutions across the globe #MyABBStory We value people from different backgrounds Could this be your storyApply today or visit abb to read more about us and learn about the impact of our solutions across the globe, Fraud Warning: Any genuine offer from ABB will always be preceded by a formal application and interview process, We never ask for money from job applicants, For current open positions you can visit our career website https://global abb/group/en/careers and apply, Please refer to detailed recruitment fraud caution notice using the link https://global abb / group / en / careers / how-to-apply / fraud-warning , Show

You will be responsible for managing spend analysis for allocated categories and consolidating demand/requirements across business lines. It is essential to stay updated with supplier market trends and innovations to identify changes in balance in buyer-supplier power. Your role will involve developing a strategic supplier base for the assigned categories to create a sustainable competitive advantage for Kama Ayurveda. Collaboration with R&D teams is crucial to identify and arrange raw materials for new product development. You will define and implement category strategies (raw materials) in close alignment with the Procurement Head and develop a yearly negotiation calendar while conducting price discovery exercises. Executing various sourcing processes such as sending RFI/RFQ, conducting auctions, leading price negotiations, and finalizing contracts will be part of your responsibilities. It is important to utilize multiple sourcing levers like supplier costing, value engineering, and consolidation to extract maximum value in terms of price, quality, and timeliness while ensuring TCO comparison for all purchases. Maintaining legal frame/rate contracts and being responsible for supplier management processes including qualification, selection, evaluation, development, and classification are key tasks. Conducting supplier evaluations to enhance relationships with the best suppliers and ensure transparency is also essential. Supporting compliance with relevant legal obligations related to the goods, services, or works to be purchased, such as environmental/health and safety legislation, is part of the role. Identifying and executing cost improvement projects (CIP) to meet sourcing annual targets will be a focus area. As prerequisites, you should hold a Bachelors/Masters degree with a minimum of 5 years of experience in a Procurement/strategic sourcing role, preferably in skincare, beauty, personal care, or the FMCG sector. A good understanding of strategic sourcing practices, experience in running e-rfx, e-auctions, knowledge of the supplier market landscape, proficiency in MS-Excel, and excellent written and verbal communication skills are required for this role.,

Role & responsibilities Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, and visualizations to communicate insights and recommendations to stakeholders Collect, analyse, and interpret large datasets related to procurement, including spend data, supplier performance, and market trends Identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvements, and supplier optimization through data analysis Develop and maintain procurement metrics and benchmarks to measure performance and progress Collaborate with procurement team to develop and implement data-driven procurement strategies Develop and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders, including procurement, finance, and operations teams Communicate complex data insights and recommendations to non-technical stakeholders Analysing individual pillar data for any deviation and working with BI analyst to synchronize data in Global Procurement Solution Dashboard Conduct market research to identify projects & analyse data to develop strategies & identify opportunities to improve effective optimization & savings Identify areas for process improvements and propose changes to enhance the procurement function, leveraging Ariba's capabilities Stay up to date with Ariba's system updates, best practices and industry trends to provide informed support and guidance Preferred candidate profile Mandatory SAP Ariba experience. 2 to 4 years of experience for creating dashboards, spend analysis and cost saving opportunities.

You will be a part of the Global Procurement team supporting the Tech Procurement area. Your responsibilities will include supporting and aligning with business initiatives, organization goals, and actions focused on sourcing projects. Additionally, you will be expected to perform additional job-related responsibilities and duties as assigned and/or necessary. In this role, you will: - Lead negotiations by creating cost models of different contract variables, running scenarios, and executing defined negotiation strategies to ensure business needs are met. - Support in the development of sourcing and procurement strategy by working with the Category Team, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and presenting information and findings to drive negotiation strategy development. - Participate in supplier selection, justify supplier selection, and create quantification and documentation of savings to support business goals. - Manage multiple project initiatives for supplier sourcing, ensuring timelines related to sourcing and contract goals are met, and reporting results and deliverables to supervisors and stakeholders. - Prepare budgeting, spend analysis, review contracts, and provide vendor information to support vendor management. - Collaborate with suppliers to meet business requirements and applicable terms and conditions, drive decision-making, and provide clarifications on business requirements. - Provide vendor recommendations to senior team members to facilitate contract negotiations and maintain commercial confidentiality throughout the sourcing process. To be successful in this role, you should have: - A graduate or postgraduate degree - 4-8 years of experience in end-to-end IT sourcing and procurement, with experience in leading vendor negotiations independently - Understanding of negotiation tools like e-Auction, Clean Sheet Costing, TCO model, Kraljic matrix, etc. - Detail-oriented, organized, team player; flexible, dynamic, and proactive individual; easily accepts constructive input - Excellent communication, influencing, presentation, and MS Office skills - Experience in ERP (Coupa/Ariba/SAP) and procurement tools is preferred - Willingness to work in US support hours Your work with the Global Procurement team will contribute to creating sustainable competitive advantage through flawless execution strategies, talent growth, world-class hiring programs, supply base management, and value delivery.,

We are looking for a proactive and experienced Purchase/Logistics Executive specializing in indirect procurement. This role involves developing and implementing sourcing strategies, managing the entire procurement cycle from vendor selection to delivery, and ensuring compliance with all relevant policies and regulations. The ideal candidate will possess strong negotiation skills and meticulous attention to detail in handling logistics and documentation. Specific Responsibilities: Develop and implement indirect sourcing/procurement strategies to optimize cost and efficiency. Strategically source all indirect commodity parts and/or services and MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations) needs. Work with internal customers (user departments) to accurately gather material/service requirements. Solicit bids, proposals (RFI, RFP, RFQ, RFS) , and review requisitions for goods and services. Adhere to and execute the competitive bidding process . Lead the identification and selection of vendors for indirect commodities/services , and set up the process for vendor onboarding . Maintain an approved Vendors List for indirect material/service categories. Perform spend analysis and categorization of spend on a monthly basis to identify opportunities. Lead supplier negotiations to achieve optimal terms and pricing. Release Purchase Orders (PO) , follow up for delivery , liaison with freight forwarders and customs agents , and track shipments until delivered to the store . Address payment-related queries and documents as per set processes and procedures. Ensure proper maintenance of documents and housekeeping related to procurement records. Manage cradle-to-grave contract management , including preparation of competitive bid packages, analysis of responses, contract drafting, document routing, contract management, and vendor performance management. Ensure freight forwarders meet transit times as per contract , conduct timely reviews, and take appropriate steps for corrections. Ensure Customs brokers carry out customs clearance as per contract time period , conduct timely reviews, and take appropriate steps for corrections. Manage the maintenance of special import licenses/notifications and coordinate with the commercial department for the same. Ensure compliance with all laws governing freight movement and customs clearance . Ensure departmental compliance with all company policies & procedures . Ensure updation of DMB (Daily Management Board)/KPI's (Key Performance Indicators) with status and perform PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act) on a monthly basis. Maintain QS, IS, TS, ISO14001, compliance to legal requirements of EMS (Environmental Management System), procedures, and practices .

We are looking for a dedicated Purchase Executive responsible for the procurement of all indirect materials for the plant, ensuring compliance with established procurement practices. The ideal candidate will possess strong sourcing skills, an understanding of inventory management, and the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders. This role is crucial for maintaining efficient procurement operations and contributing to departmental goals. Primary Purpose: Responsible for the purchase of all indirect material for the plant, adhering to end-user requirements and procurement practices. Duties & Responsibilities: Strategically source all indirect commodity parts and/or services and MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations) needs . Work with internal customers (user departments) to gather accurate material/service requirements. Solicit Bids, proposals (RFI, RFP, RFQ, RFS) , and review requisitions for goods and services. Conduct thorough identification and selection of vendors . Maintain an approved Vendors List for indirect material/service. Perform spend analysis and categorization of spend on a monthly basis. Release Purchase Orders (PO) , follow up for delivery , liaison with logistics , and track shipments until delivered to the store . Manage inventory management for indirect materials. Track, monitor, and achieve set department goals . Monitor and track Premium Freight . Ensure updating of DMB (Daily Management Board) with status and perform PDCA (Plan-Do-Check-Act) on a monthly basis. Maintain adherence to QS, IS, TS procedures and practices . Participate in Lean Six Sigma activities wherever assigned. Comply with EHS (Environmental, Health, and Safety) requirements and participate in EHS initiatives. Participate in emergency preparedness and other initiatives from the Environmental Core Team, Emergency Response Team, and Legal Team. Skill Sets & Competencies: Hardcore exposure to Purchasing functions . Knowledge of import procedures, formalities, and local statutory levies . Good Analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills . Knowledge of ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) systems . Knowledge of QS/IS/TS quality systems & Environmental Management Systems . Exposure to inventory management and control . Knowledge of manufacturing processes, Value Engineering, and Reverse Engineering .

At EY, you'll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture, and technology to become the best version of you. And we're counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all. EY-GDS: Business Consulting -SC&O (Supply Chain & Operations) The opportunity We are looking for seasoned professionals with 3-7 years of experience and a strong consulting background in supply chain operations, particularly in contract and supplier management. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in transforming Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) processes ranging from digitization and compliance reviews to analytics and automation while ensuring alignment with legal and business objectives. In parallel, the candidate will lead supplier management initiatives, including onboarding, segmentation, performance tracking, and risk mitigation, using advanced tools and data-driven insights. This role demands a strategic thinker who can drive procurement excellence by optimizing contractual value, enhancing supplier collaboration, and delivering measurable outcomes across both direct and indirect categories. Your Key Responsibilities Contract Management CLM Automation and Implementation: Lead the implementation of S2C and CLM systems such as SirionLabs, Icertis, and DocuSign CLM. Conduct requirement gathering sessions and create Business Requirement Documents (BRD). Coordinate with the technical team and alliance partners to build a bridge between business and technology. Perform fit-gap analysis and create design documentation. Execute functional testing and lead training sessions for stakeholders. Coordinate go-live activities to ensure successful system adoption. Foster alliances with CLM technology partners. Contract Digitization: Utilize AI/ML technologies to digitize contracts and create a centralized contract repository. Implement advanced scanning, OCR processing, and metadata tagging for efficient contract management. CLM Review and Insights: Conduct comprehensive contract reviews to assess compliance and performance. Perform revenue leakage assessments to drive value savings and generate actionable insights. Create and maintain a robust contract database for easy access and analysis. Collaborate with legal, procurement, and business stakeholders to align contract terms with organizational objectives. Focus on risk mitigation and maximizing value realization from contracts. Process Streamlining: Identify pain points in sourcing and contracting processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. Collaborate with stakeholders to design and implement future state processes that align with best practices and organizational goals. Develop process maps and documentation to support streamlined workflows and improve user experience. Supplier Management Supplier Management Strategy Design and execute supplier management transformation roadmaps by benchmarking industry best practices, assessing current maturity, and defining future-state operating models. Oversee supplier onboarding, qualification, and segmentation processes based on risk, spend, criticality, and strategic alignment. Conduct quarterly business reviews (QBRs) with strategic suppliers to evaluate KPIs, discuss performance gaps, and identify opportunities for innovation and collaboration. Supplier Lifecycle and Compliance Management Manage the end-to-end supplier lifecycle, including performance reviews, issue resolution, and continuous improvement initiatives. Ensure supplier compliance with ESG, diversity, and regulatory requirements by embedding compliance checks and sustainability metrics into evaluation frameworks. Support supplier innovation programs and joint value creation initiatives through structured engagement models and co-development workshops. Technology and Data Integration Deploy supplier management platforms (e.g., SAP Ariba, GEP SMART, Jaggaer) for centralized performance tracking and risk monitoring. Integrate supplier data across ERP, CLM, and P2P systems to create a unified view of performance and compliance. Develop supplier scorecards and dashboards using analytics tools like Power BI or Tableau to visualize performance trends. Use third-party risk intelligence tools to continuously monitor supplier financial health and operational disruptions. Automate supplier onboarding and performance feedback loops to improve efficiency and supplier experience. Maintain accurate supplier master data and enforce data governance policies for consistency. Skills And Attributes For Success Experience managing the full contract lifecycle including drafting, negotiation, execution, compliance monitoring, and renewal. Ability to identify contractual risks, perform compliance checks, and conduct leakage analysis to ensure adherence to legal and commercial terms. Proficiency in using contract lifecycle management tools such as Icertis, Ariba, Coupa, or DocuSign for workflow automation and repository management. Strong analytical skills to extract and interpret contract data for insights on performance, risk exposure, and renewal timelines. Capability to integrate contract data with ERP and procurement systems to enhance visibility and reporting. Experience in maintaining standardized templates and clause libraries to ensure consistency and reduce legal exposure. Familiarity with AI and machine learning tools for contract analytics, anomaly detection, and predictive risk scoring. Strong documentation practices to support internal and external audits and ensure compliance with internal controls. Ability to train and support stakeholders in using contract tools and understanding negotiation strategies. High attention to detail, confidentiality, and integrity in managing sensitive contractual information. Experience managing the complete supplier lifecycle including onboarding, segmentation, performance evaluation, and offboarding. Ability to build and maintain strong supplier relationships to drive collaboration, innovation, and long-term value. Proficiency in developing and using supplier scorecards and dashboards with tools like Power BI, Tableau, or Excel. Hands-on experience with supplier management platforms such as SAP Ariba, GEP SMART, or Jaggaer for centralized tracking and collaboration. Capability to integrate supplier data across ERP, CLM, and P2P systems to create a unified view of performance and risk. Familiarity with third-party risk intelligence tools such as Riskmethods or Dun & Bradstreet for monitoring supplier risks. Experience in automating supplier onboarding, document collection, and performance feedback processes. Ability to maintain accurate supplier master data and enforce data governance policies across procurement systems. Experience supporting supplier innovation programs and co-development initiatives through structured engagement models. Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills to align supplier strategies with business objectives. Ability to lead supplier transformation projects and manage change effectively in dynamic environments. To qualify for the role, you must have Masters degree in business administration or supply chain & Operations from a Tier-1 or Tier-2 institute, with 3-7 years of relevant experience. Demonstrated experience in leading cost-saving initiatives, strategic sourcing, and category management across direct and indirect spend areas Proven track record of delivering procurement transformation projects with measurable impact. Advanced data analysis and spend analytics capabilities using tools such as Excel, Power BI, or similar platforms. Consulting Experience in Spend Analysis, category management, governance frameworks, strategic sourcing. Supply chain consulting experience in Big 4, Supply chain global consulting firms preferred. 30% travel expected as per project requirements. What We Look For A Team of people with commercial acumen, technical experience, and enthusiasm to learn new things in this fast-moving environment An opportunity to be a part of market-leading, multi-disciplinary team of 1400 + professionals, in the only integrated global transaction business worldwide. Opportunities to work with EY SCO practices globally with leading businesses across a range of industries What Working At EY Offers At EY, we're dedicated to helping our clients, from startups to Fortune 500 companies and the work we do with them is as varied as they are. You get to work with inspiring and meaningful projects. Our focus is education and coaching alongside practical experience to ensure your personal development. We value our employees, and you will be able to control your own development with an individual progression plan. You will quickly grow into a responsible role with challenging and stimulating assignments. Moreover, you will be part of an interdisciplinary environment that emphasizes high quality and knowledge exchange. Plus, we offer: Support, coaching and feedback from some of the most engaging colleagues around Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that's right for you EY | Building a better working world EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets. Enabled by data and technology, diverse EY teams in over 150 countries provide trust through assurance and help clients grow, transform and operate. Working across assurance, consulting, law, strategy, tax and transactions, EY teams ask better questions to find new answers for the complex issues facing our world today.,