Buyer - Indirect Procurement

Responsibilities & Key Deliverables

Strategy and Development

• Market survey to identify and develop vendor ecosystem across services categories
• Data analysis to identify insights to drive cost reduction

General and Task Management

• Manage relationships and negotiate with key domestic suppliers
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure suppliers meet program milestones, deliver services on time and with quality, and implement cost-saving opportunities
• Manage and resolve supply chain issues for critical services
• Negotiate contract terms with key suppliers to ensure value for money, quality standards, and delivery terms, with technical and operational input from stakeholders as needed.
• Develop negotiation strategies and finalize deals with optimal terms.

Experience

• 6+ yrs. experience in Strategic Sourcing – Preferably General Services/Professional Services

Industry Preferred

Qualifications

Bachelors in any discipline

MBA - Preferred

Note: Tier I and Tier II institutes only

General Requirements

Functional Competencies;

Sourcing, negotiation, relationship management of key suppliers, critical thinking, envisioning & understanding services sourcing

Individual Competencies

Strong business acumen, strategic foresight, analytical, interpersonal & influencing skills, and business communication.

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