Procurement Specialist
IBM · Bengaluru · onsite · Posted 56d ago
Undisclosed2–4 yrsfulltimeSourced from
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About this role
Your Role and Responsibilities:
- As a Procurement Support Specialist or Spot/Tactical Buyer, you will actively support client procurement specialists/managers/category managers/product owners with Source to Contract (S2C) related tasks. This includes responding to procurement process and contract-related queries using information from procurement systems, tools, and agreements, and generating draft agreements using client agreement templates and data inputs.
- For the Procurement Support Specialist role, you will be working on Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM), including reviewing and managing contract obligations and resolving CLM-related support queries. you will also be responsible for completing tactical assessments on contracts, collecting and analysing internal/external data, communicating with client cross-functional teams and vendors, and engaging legal teams for direction.
- For the Spot/Tactical Buyer role, you will develop and execute sourcing strategies, conduct market research and supplier evaluations, negotiate contracts, manage procurement-related projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, maintain accurate records, ensure compliance with procurement policies, and seek opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
- Shift Timing: Rotational 04:30 AM / 05:30 AM to 1:30 PM (Daylight Off) OR 03:30 AM to 12:30 PM (Daylight On)
Required Education:
Associate's Degree/College Diploma
Preferred education
Associate's Degree/College Diploma
Required Technical and Professional Expertise:
1. Experience in Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM), including reviewing and managing contract obligations and resolving CLM-related support queries.
2. Excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
3. Ability to build and maintain relationships
4. Procurement knowledge and ability to learn new tools and systems
5. Time management and problem-solving abilities
6. Accuracy and attention to detail
7. Strong data and analytical skills
8. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
9. ERP and procurement software & Sirion knowledge (advantageous)
Preferred Technical and Professional Experience:
Contract Management Exposure: Familiarity with contract deliverables and reporting requirements to support client procurement engagement and ensure compliance with IBM business conduct guidelines.
This role involves working with external clients, requiring a blend of analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills. The candidate must be able to manage multiple concurrent projects, prioritize tasks, and deliver quality service while adhering to company procedures.
1. ERP and procurement software & Sirion tool knowledge (advantageous)
Years of Experience:
2 - 4
2 - 4
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Skills
Strategic SourcingBuyingGlobal sourcingPurchase Vendor DevelopmentSourcingPurchase ManagementVendor DevelopmentPurchaseSupply Chain ManagementVendor ManagementProcurementMaterial Procurementmaterial management
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