Procurement Buyer

Job Description – Procurement Buyer

Contract Duration: 1 Year

Responsibilities

Procurement Operations

• Execute procurement transaction processes.
• Manage procurement of materials, goods, services, and supplies through procurement and inventory management systems (e.g., Maximo, Ariba, SAP TC1, or other ERP systems).
• Execute, monitor, and ensure timely processing of tactical procurement demands for capital investment projects, stock replenishment, and planned spend across designated countries/locations.
• Follow company procurement policies and guidelines.
• Utilize baseline and subcategory analysis to negotiate and develop supplier contracts aligned with established global and regional sourcing strategies.
• Collaborate with the Category organization for procurement activities exceeding established approval limits.
• Implement continuous improvements in procurement transaction processes.
• Perform procurement support activities related to compliance, planning, and execution of assigned processes.
• Negotiate medium-complexity tactical purchasing activities in compliance with procurement policies.
• Promote synergies across categories (e.g., equipment, packaging) to maximize negotiation leverage.
• Consolidate demand to achieve economies of scale and reduce the supplier base.
• Ensure supplier agreements are established with reputable and financially stable suppliers in accordance with company policies.
• Prepare regional price lists, validate item codes and pricing, and implement automated catalogs with COE support.
• Identify and report cost-saving opportunities during procurement activities.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with applicable local laws, regulations, and internal standards.
• Prepare, maintain, monitor, and process procurement-related documentation, including supplier records and legally required documents.

Sourcing Strategy

• Identify cost-saving opportunities aligned with category strategies to deliver the best value.
• Collaborate with subcategory teams to ensure effective implementation of sourcing strategies while maintaining compliance with procurement policies.
• Identify opportunities to convert spot buying into long-term strategic sourcing arrangements.
• Perform tactical sourcing activities for low- to medium-complexity agreements following established procedures and strategic sourcing plans.
• Build collaborative relationships with category leaders, suppliers, and stakeholders to implement Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)-based sourcing solutions.

Supplier Relationship Management

• Deliver excellent service to internal stakeholders and business units.
• Resolve local buying issues by coordinating with internal teams and suppliers to ensure timely resolution.

Data Analysis, Research & Reporting

• Analyze procurement data and prepare consolidated reports on buying activities.
• Provide timely feedback to supervisors regarding issues, opportunities, and corrective actions.
• Conduct research and analysis using internal and external data sources, considering business requirements, supplier markets, cost drivers, international market dynamics, geopolitical risks, and import/export regulations.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on local cross-functional project teams when required.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Maintenance Procurement, Engineering, or related functions.
• Good knowledge of process equipment and industrial construction.
• Good understanding of contract management.
• Solid knowledge of safety and food safety standards.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Highly motivated with a results-oriented mindset.
• Demonstrated ability to establish standardized procurement processes.
• Understanding of the business environment and procurement requirements.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to influence and build trust with cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders.
• Strong project management and change management capabilities.
• Proven experience working with suppliers to develop mutually beneficial solutions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Understanding of key legal concepts related to purchasing contracts for capital goods and services.

Preferred Qualifications

• CPSM certification or equivalent purchasing qualification (or currently pursuing certification).
• Experience with PDP or FEL project methodologies.
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience using Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)-based sourcing methodologies.
• Experience in competitive bidding and contract negotiation.

Interested candidates are requested to send their updated CV with the subject line "Procurement Buyer"

.Please include the following details in your email at sonal.sharma@sgs.com

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