The role will work independently to source for new suppliers according to Direct & Indirect requirements.
Person should possess knowledge and experience in:
- Identify potential suppliers, conduct supplier evaluations, and negotiate Terms and Conditions of Purchase with suppliers.
- Evaluate quotations, create competitive advantage for best price, lead time and delivery terms
- Prepare and execute contracts as well as perform post-award administration (eg. Negotiating, issuing change orders, and contract close-outs.)
- Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment with project timelines and budget constraints.
- Ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, company’s guidelines and policies
- Collaborate with legal and compliance teams to address any contractual or regulatory issues.
- Identify cost savings opportunities and manages cost reduction activities to achieve annual cost reduction KPIs
- Monitor and evaluate supplier performance based on key performance indicators (KPIs)
- Implement corrective actions as needed to address any performance issues.
- Understand the concept of Purchase Requisition, Sourcing, quotation evaluation, till Purchase order placement to Supplier.
- Provide regular updates to management on procurement metrics and performance.
Requirements:
- At least 3 years experience in a Strategic Sourcing in Direct and / or Indirect procurement business environment, knowledge in DCS and other Engineering industry Sourcing and Procurement.
- Professional certifications such as Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or CPP-B (Certified Procurement Professional - Basic) or similar are a plus.
- Deliverable-focused, self-motivated with a mindset to excel in a multi-stakeholder environment.
- Experience in SAP / HANA / Ariba and other Procurement system / software is an added advantage.
- Expert in Excel / BI report knowledge.
- Good written, verbal and presentation skills
- Self-motivated and open to changes.
- Excellent communicator able to demonstrate communicating effectively with senior management, supplier, and internal stakeholder.
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