Educational Qualification:

MBA or Bachelors with relevant experience

 

Experience:

4-8 years of relevant experience in sourcing/procurement of various Devices, Services, IT hardware, software including strategic supplier selection, contracting, renewals, software strategy life planning and costing, ODM/OEM shortlisting, IT Infra capacity procurement and its architecture. Mandatory experience of driving project management, synergy initiatives, supplier selection, negotiations, purchase order management, contracts negotiation, supplier management, E-Sourcing (Oracle) Collaborate with suppliers to optimize the total cost of ownership Introduce, develop, and continuously improve best-in-class sourcing techniques, strategies, incentives and practices with a focus on risk management and project savings Coordinate with internal stakeholders to manage the vendor due-diligence process for new vendors Work with and assist R&D in developing statement of works for contracts and requests for proposals Work with internal and external resources to stay informed on potential policy changes impacting current and future procurement strategies Manage and efficiently communicate risk of long-term supply contracts (e.g., credit exposure, commodities, technology, performance, etc.) Develop leading metrics and indices to manage supply/demand including commodity pricing, interest rates, exchange rates, manufacturing capacity and other market signals Benchmark the best practices while proposing any sourcing decisions Develop and manage a technology and cost database for equipment including long-term technology and cost forecasts Maintain a database of current technical and non-technical documentation for each suppliers and products (e.g., financials, warranties, Hardware AMCs, Roadmaps etc. Manage template supply agreements to streamline the procurement process, ensure consistency and apply lessons learned Cultivate deep-rooted relationships with supplier organizations and identify strategic opportunities with prospect of additional business development Work with team leaders to identify support requirements, conduct training and share procurement knowledge and best practices across regions and divisions

Soft Skills:

Excellent Communication Skills Good Stakeholder Management Self-Starter