Senior Manager - Non-IT Procurement

Job/Project Description:

- Establish a best in class process for the procurement of Non IT which includes m Facility , Administration , Recruitment , Marketing , HR Category Spendy globally

- Establish standard Terms & Conditions of procurement for various items that we procure and ensure the same is in line with industry benchmark

- Benchmark our rates/prices vs. market periodically.

- Target & achieve x% productivity/efficiency/cost savings year on year.

- Ensure TCO is less on a YOY basis despite the vendors being sole source or single source.

- Make sound buy vs lease decisions.

- Centralize decision making for better deals and build long term relationship

- Develop vendors, improve speed & quality of items

- Lead a team of buyers

Skills & Experience:

- 12-15 years of progressive purchase and procurement experience with a minimum 10 + years of experience in handling Non IT Category Procurement. Proven ability to build and implement innovative approaches to global procurement.

- Proven track record developing strong relationships with vendors and providing innovative solutions in procurement

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills along with strong change management skills

- Open to feedback and desire to learn and improve individual performance

- Process and project management experience is a plus.

- Global cross-cultural exposure is a MUST

- Impeccable integrity

- Exposure to Ariba/ oracle

Education: Any Graduate /MBA

Personality Traits Desired:

- Perseverance & Determination

- Excellent interpersonal skills

- Positive Attitude

- Team player

- Customer Focus

Total Experience : 15+ Years