Category Buyer Professional Services

Job Purpose

Responsible for Procurement/finalization of contracts in line with the requirement raised by Business Functions as per assigned categories from Category Lead Professional Services. This position will interact with a number of functions within the organization & also with external parties and will report to the Category Lead Professional Services.

Key Responsibilities

1. Procurement Strategy Execution

• Conduct end-to-end procurement processes including RFX, tendering, bid evaluation, and PO issuance in alignment with approved sourcing strategies
• Prepare Qualitative Comparative Statements (QCS), negotiate with suppliers, and process Notes for Approval (NFA) as per Delegation of Authority (DoA)
• Ensure adherence to procurement SOPs, audit protocols, and governance guidelines
• Drive operational excellence through reduced turnaround times, improved order quality, and digital tool adoption
• Monitor and close open PRs and POs; ensure timely release orders against ARCs.

2. Supplier Management & Trade Finance Coordination

• Ensure timely supplier registration and facilitate third-party due diligence in coordination with the compliance team
• Act as the single point of contact for LC issuance/closure, EMD/SD management, and related trade finance activities
• Manage supplier relationships and ensure timely submission of contractual documents
• Provide real-time updates on order status and escalate issues to category leads as needed

3. Spend Analytics & Demand Planning

• Collaborate with planning and analytics teams to prepare spend analysis and demand forecasts
• Track category spend, monitor deviations, and present insights to management for informed decision-making
• Develop & Execute sourcing strategies.
• Develop & Execute negotiation plans aligned with category objectives

4. Supplier Database & Performance Monitoring

• Build and maintain an accurate supplier database for category-specific requirements
• Identify and onboard new or alternate suppliers to strengthen the supply base
• Monitor supplier performance against KPIs and initiate corrective actions where necessary

5. Compliance, Documentation & Reporting

• Ensure all procurement activities comply with internal controls, taxation policies, and SAP MM protocols
• Prepare and submit documentation for approvals, audits, and governance reviews
• Maintain records of procurement actions, savings achieved, and category trends for reporting and analysis

Knowledge

1. Educational Qualifications & Certifications:

• Graduate Engineering in any discipline. MBA is preferred Any discipline

2. Relevant (Functional/Level) & Total Years of Experience:

• 8-12 years in Indirect Procurement. Experience in Real estate/Marketing & Media/Professional Services category is preferred.