Team Leader - Procurement

This position is responsible for managing Non-IT (e.g. HR, CRE, Finance and Other categories) Procurement activities across MGCC sites in India in-line with MetLife in-country and Global Procurement Policy & Procedures. You will be expected to enrich the procurement activities with market intelligence and serve as the primary interface for internal customers and vendors. Your role will involve identifying opportunities for MGCC functions to add value through interactions with the supply market. As the ideal candidate, you should possess knowledge and expertise in procurement activities related to Non-IT commodities/services, with a specialization in HR, CRE, Finance, and other categories. You should have a solid understanding of business principles such as purchasing, sourcing, and business/contract law. Your responsibilities will include ensuring cost-effective procurement/contracting of products and services while meeting or exceeding customer and business requirements. Essential Technical Skills Required: - Experience in procurement with a strong domain knowledge of Non-IT procurements - Ensuring adherence to procurement policy and processes - Assisting in internal and external procurement audits - Ability to create procurement reports (Excel/PowerPoint) and support systems maintenance/automation - Working knowledge of business principles, GST, MSME, and other relevant laws for sourcing/procurement activities Other Skills Required: - Strong vendor relationship management skills - Exposure to working in an ERP environment, preferably with Ariba & PeopleSoft experience - Strong analytical skills for commercial comparisons, MS Excel, and MS PowerPoint - Integrity and ability to deliver results under pressure - Effective communication skills for interactions with internal/external customers and vendors - Focus on customer service and management About MetLife: MetLife is recognized as one of the world's leading financial services companies, featured on Fortune magazine's list of the "World's Most Admired Companies" and Fortune Worlds 25 Best Workplaces. With operations in over 40 markets, the company provides insurance, annuities, employee benefits, and asset management services to individual and institutional customers globally. The purpose of MetLife is to help create a more confident future for its colleagues, customers, communities, and the world. If you are inspired to transform the next century in financial services, consider joining MetLife where it's #AllTogetherPossible.,