The Global Procurement team invites application for "Buyer" in Manpower/Services Team to support the Enterprise procurement spend. You will be responsible for handling the procurement process, sourcing suppliers and managing supplier relationships to ensure a seamless supply chain and optimise costs. You will also collaborate with cross-functional teams, make strategic decisions and implement best practices within our procurement function.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic team in a competitive market.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Standard role description:

• Developing procurement strategies that are inventive and cost-effective.
• Strategic Sourcing and engaging with value adding suppliers
• Negotiating contracts and terms with suppliers to ensure favourable pricing, payment terms and mutually beneficial agreements.
• Manage supplier relationships, including regular communication, performance evaluations and issue resolution
• Performing risk assessments on potential contracts and agreements.
• Managing the procurement spend and driving initiatives for long-term savings .

• Prepare and present reports (MIS) on procurement activities, performance metrics and cost savings to higher management.

• Lead RFI, RFP/RFQ's and conduct Reverse Auction in Ariba tool.

• Maintain all relevant supplier documentation and Ensure Audit readiness of all purchasing documents.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their requirements and develop procurement plans accordingly
• Working knowledge of MS Excel And PowerPoint.
• Positive Attitude, Planning, Curiosity, Self-discipline.
• Working knowledge of ERP Tools supporting Procurement. SAP-Ariba.
• Excellent supplier relationship management

• Experience in performing duties as Operations Buyer for Global Organizations
• Good Communication skills
• Contracting knowledge will be a good to have additional skill set
• Virtual client facing skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite