Manager, Global Procurement Solutions
$31,200–$31,200 year
On-siteAhmedabad, Gujarat, India
Ahmedabad, Gujarat, IndiaOn-siteFull Time$31,200–$31,200 yearSenior LevelRETAILEnterprise
Full TimeSenior LevelEnterpriseRETAIL
Job Summary
Lead end-to-end strategic sourcing initiatives up to $15M across global technology categories, including SaaS, cloud, and IT services. Develop sourcing strategies, conduct market analysis, and drive negotiations to deliver optimal commercial outcomes on multi-year agreements. Enforce compliance with sourcing policies and governance frameworks, ensuring audit readiness for all procurement documentation. Manage the supplier lifecycle from evaluation to consolidation while driving continuous improvement through process optimization and automation. Partner with global stakeholders across North America, Europe, and APAC to shape demand and influence sourcing strategies. Mentor junior team members and strengthen overall buying desk capability through knowledge sharing and capability development.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree
- 12-15 years of experience in procurement / strategic sourcing
- Experience in Indirect / Technology procurement
- Proven track record in managing strategic sourcing projects
- Professional certifications (CPSM or equivalent)
- Experience in SAP Ariba (Sourcing, Contracts)
- Experience with ERP systems (SAP S/4, ECC, Coupa or equivalent)
- Experience with Data analytics & reporting tools (Excel, Power BI)
- Experience with ServiceNow (SAM, HAM, and workflow/intake management)
- Strong understanding of sourcing compliance, procurement policies, and approval thresholds
- Experience in contract compliance and audit readiness
- Knowledge of procurement governance frameworks and controls
- Ability to translate business needs into sourcing strategies
- Influence stakeholders across geographies and functions to shape demand and drive optimal outcomes
- Leverage digital procurement tools, data analytics, and AI-enabled sourcing to optimize processes and drive decision-making
- Strong commercial acumen with structured negotiation approach
- Data-driven decision-making and insight generation
- Ability to articulate complex procurement strategies clearly
- Build trust and manage senior stakeholders effectively
- Drive continuous improvement and challenge status quo
- Develop team capability through guidance and feedback
- Work effectively across global, cross-functional teams
- Navigate ambiguity and manage multiple priorities
Desired Qualifications
- MBA or equivalent
- Experience in SaaS, enterprise software, cloud, telecom, IT services
- Experience in developing sourcing strategies including supplier segmentation, RFx design, commercial structure, TCO/cost models, negotiation strategy, communication plans and award recommendations
- Experience in conducting market analysis, benchmarking, and cost modelling to identify value levers and savings opportunities
- Experience in driving supplier negotiations to deliver optimal commercial outcomes (cost, quality, risk mitigation) on multiyear agreements
- Experience in owning delivery of complex sourcing initiatives aligned to business priorities and KPI targets
- Experience in acting as an escalation point for contract compliance, including accurate contract creation, validation, and alignment with internal policies
- Experience in performing compliance checks for Statement of Work (SOW), Change Request (CR), Purchase Request (PR), and Sourcing Request (SR) processes
- Experience in partnering with finance, accounting, legal, security, IT, and audit teams
- Experience in driving supplier consolidation, performance improvement, and long-term value creation
- Experience in managing contract lifecycle activities including drafting, negotiation, validation, and renewals
- Experience in proactively managing supplier risks and performance through structured governance frameworks, including KPIs, scorecards, and QBRs
- Experience in identifying and implementing process improvement opportunities across sourcing and procurement operations
- Experience in driving initiatives such as demand optimization, supplier rationalization, and AI-enabled sourcing and workflow automation
- Experience in contributing to development of reusable sourcing frameworks, templates, and best practices
- Experience in supporting transformation initiatives and enhancing procurement maturity within the GCC
- Experience in advising and influencing global stakeholders and category leads
- Experience in collaborating cross-functionally with Category Managers, Finance, Legal, IT Directors/VPs, and other business stakeholders
- Experience in aligning sourcing strategies with broader category and enterprise objectives
- Experience in acting as a senior mentor and knowledge leader within the buying desk
- Experience in providing guidance on complex sourcing events, negotiations, and problem-solving
- Experience in driving knowledge sharing, capability development, and team upskilling initiatives
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