Experience: 8–12 Years Location: Manyata Tech Park, Bangalore Work Model: On-site Shift Timing: 2:00 PM – 11:00 PM Key Responsibilities: + Conduct market scanning and industry analysis to identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvements. + Monitor and manage supplier performance, ensuring adherence to contractual obligations and service-level agreements. + Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and stakeholders. + Create and maintain category strategies, project procurement plans, and supplier scorecards. + Collaborate closely with internal teams (Sales, Presales, GSO, OM, Finance, Legal) to align procurement activities with business goals. + Utilize Six Sigma and Lean methodologies to design, document, and implement optimized end-to-end procurement processes and SOPs. + Implement systems to track and report on procurement KPIs and metrics. + Create detailed reports and dashboards using tools like Power BI, Tableau, or QlikView to communicate insights effectively. + Perform data analysis using tools such as Excel, SQL, Python, or R (preferred but not mandatory). + Translate data insights into actionable recommendations to support business strategy and continuous improvement. + Partner with cross-functional teams to support strategic initiatives with data-driven analysis. Preferred Skills & Qualifications: + Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field. + 8–12 years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain analytics. + Strong knowledge of supplier management, contract compliance, and procurement planning. + Hands-on experience with Lean/Six Sigma process improvement methodologies. + Proficiency in data visualization tools (Power BI, Tableau, QlikView). + Advanced proficiency in Excel; familiarity with SQL, Python, or R is a plus. + Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and analytical skills.