Indirect Procurement

About The Business Tata Electronics Private Limited (TEPL) is a greenfield venture of the Tata Group with expertise in manufacturing precision components. Tata Electronics (a wholly owned subsidiary of Tata Sons Pvt. Ltd.) is building India’s first AI-enabled state-of-the-art Semiconductor Foundry. This facility will produce chips for applications such as power management IC, display drivers, microcontrollers (MCU) and high-performance computing logic, addressing the growing demand in markets such as automotive, computing and data storage, wireless communications and artificial intelligence. Tata Electronics is a subsidiary of the Tata group. The Tata Group operates in more than 100 countries across six continents, with the mission 'To improve the quality of life of the communities we serve globally, through long term stakeholder value creation based on leadership with Trust.’

Job Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end

Procure-to-Pay (P2P) operations, including requisition validation, purchase order processing, invoice coordination, payment follow-ups, and compliance adherence.

• Leverage

SAP MM and SAP Ariba to drive process efficiency through automation, spend analytics, and effective PR, PO, and invoice management.

• Drive cost control, supplier performance tracking, and close coordination with internal teams for smooth operations.
• Create and process purchase orders while ensuring timely approvals in line with organizational policies.
• Ensure prompt PO acknowledgements from suppliers and maintain accurate delivery schedules within SAP.
• Proactively engage suppliers to identify and mitigate risks impacting on‑time delivery.
• Expedite critical orders and manage procurement exceptions to minimize supply disruptions.
• Collaborate with Logistics and Warehouse teams for timely material receipts and inventory availability. Key Responsibilities
• Manage end-to-end

Procure-to-Pay (P2P) operations, including requisition validation, purchase order processing, invoice coordination, payment follow-ups, and compliance adherence.

• Leverage

SAP MM and SAP Ariba to drive process efficiency through automation, spend analytics, and effective PR, PO, and invoice management.

• Drive cost control, supplier performance tracking, and close coordination with internal teams for smooth operations.
• Create and process purchase orders while ensuring timely approvals in line with organizational policies.
• Ensure prompt PO acknowledgements from suppliers and maintain accurate delivery schedules within SAP.
• Proactively engage suppliers to identify and mitigate risks impacting on‑time delivery.
• Expedite critical orders and manage procurement exceptions to minimize supply disruptions.
• Collaborate with Logistics and Warehouse teams for timely material receipts and inventory availability.
• Partner with Finance to ensure accurate and timely vendor payments.
• Generate procurement insights and reports to support data-driven decision-making and continuous process improvement. Category Coverage
• Marketing & Corporate Services: Advertising, branding, events, printing, and communication services.
• Facilities & Infrastructure: Building maintenance, housekeeping, security services, repairs, and utilities.
• Utilities & Subscriptions: Telecom, internet, power, water, software licenses, and annual maintenance contracts (AMCs).
• Professional Services: Legal, audit, tax, consulting, recruitment, and other specialized services.
• Logistics & Support Services: Transportation, freight forwarding, customs clearance, and related non-production services.
• HR & Administration: Training, travel, accommodation, cafeteria services, employee benefits, and contingent workforce management.
• Operations & General Supplies: PPE, consumables, office supplies, and workplace essentials.
• Information Technology: Hardware, software, peripherals, networking, infrastructure, and IT support services.

Essential Attributes Skill Set: Strong expertise in P2P processes, SAP MM and Ariba, supplier management, spend analysis, cost optimization, stakeholder engagement, and operational excellence across indirect procurement categories.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field, MBA in Supply Chain Management or relevant procurement certifications (e.g., CIPS/APSCM) preferred.

Desired Experience Level Typically, 3–6 years of experience in indirect procurement, with strong exposure to PR-to-PO operations and SAP MM/Ariba systems across MRO and service categories