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JPMorganChase

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 Job Description
 
 
 
 JPMorgan Chase is looking to engage with suppliers who offer the best combination of price, quality, and capability to fulfill our business requirements. This role presents an exciting opportunity for an experienced manager to cultivate relationships within the Consumer &amp; Community Banking, Corporate &amp; Investment Bank, Asset &amp; Wealth Management, and other business divisions. The goal is to advance the Global Supplier Services agenda across various Technology sourcing categories.
 
 
 
 Job Summary
 
 
 
 As an Analyst, Sourcing &amp; Procurement in the Technology Sourcing team, you will lead the sourcing and contracting process for third-party supplier spend across various groups within a Line of Business. You will work closely with line of business colleagues to identify capable suppliers, negotiate contracts, and ensure compliance with our strategic priorities. This role offers the opportunity to develop strong relationships with senior executives and promote significant sourcing transactions, leveraging your extensive technology sourcing experience and strong relationship management skills.
 
 
 
 Job Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Help support the category management deliverables including: analysis &amp; data gathering (product and service awareness study, historical spend, TPO, inputs from the LOB, market analysis), partnering with onshore team for findings and observations, procurement operations and SRM; supplier management (% of gold &amp; diverse supplier spend, segmentation, preferencing, capability analysis and rationalization); commercials (negotiate savings to P&amp;L, EPD enabled spend, cost and spend analysis for target saves initiatives); contract management (new or improved MSA &amp; SLA terms); compliance (ADA, secondary data use restrictions, purchasing channel).
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 Develop working relationships with senior executives in technology sourcing and other lines of business, understand their business drivers, and their requirements for engaging third parties.
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 Ensure 3rd party vendor relationships and channel compliance are consistent with GSS strategic priorities.
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 Lead the development and execution of strategies for significant sourcing transactions, partnering with global teams and clients on local, regional and global sourcing projects.
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 Identify qualified candidate suppliers capable of meeting JPMC requirements and carry out in-depth supplier due diligence as required.
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 Work with LOB clients and other stakeholders to define requirements for a sourcing transaction and design the competitive process to obtain the best overall value-added solutions from candidate suppliers.
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 Evaluate competitive offerings from suppliers to develop and present sourcing options that meet JPMC's business requirements.
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 Lead negotiations to establish commercial terms and oversee the contract development process through approval and execution.
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 Maintain compliance with all policy and procedural guidelines, including ensuring selected vendors are compliant with SLAs through collaboration with internal partners and client teams.
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 Partner closely with internal JPMC legal, risk, third party oversight and finance teams towards the successful completion of intricate negotiations and initiatives.
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 Conduct in-depth cost and spend analysis to develop and implement cost reduction initiatives.
 
 
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 Required Qualifications, Capabilities And Skills
 
 
 
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 Extensive experience in technology sourcing, contracting, and procurement, specifically with global and regional third-party providers.
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 Proven track record in managing third-party providers, commodity or spend categories, and delivering complex sourcing or vendor management initiatives.
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 Strong client and relationship management skills, with the ability to work effectively across all levels of management and regions within the bank.
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 Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong interpersonal abilities, and sound judgment.
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 Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (especially advanced Excel) and Ariba
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 Strong financial analysis skills and experience with project management in complex initiatives.
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 Degree-level education and at least 4+ years&rsquo; relevant experience in banking or financial services industry.
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 Excellent internal client management skills and extensive people management capabilities.
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 Strategic thinker with knowledge of RFI/RFP/RFQ processes and best practices.
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 Strong understanding of legal contracts, including service level agreements, and experience interpreting legal clauses and managing contractual risks.
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 Knowledge of IT and financial systems, and expertise in PO administration, specifying goods and services, and driving improvements in contracting practices.
 
 
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 Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities And Skills
 
 
 
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 Hands-on experience handling contracts related to SaaS, ITPS, Staff Augmentation, PaaS, and CaaS.
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 Ability to understand and negotiate complex contract clauses.
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 Familiarity with RPA (Robotic Process Automation) tools and technologies.
 
 
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 ABOUT US
 
 
 
 JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world&rsquo;s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.
 
 
 We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants&rsquo; and employees&rsquo; religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.
 
 
 
 About The Team
 
 
 
 Our professionals in our Corporate Functions cover a diverse range of areas from finance and risk to human resources and marketing. Our corporate teams are an essential part of our company, ensuring that we&rsquo;re setting our businesses, clients, customers and employees up for success.
 
 
 Global Supplier Services (GSS) manages the source-to-pay cycle, engaging with suppliers, negotiating contracts, conducting risk assessments and evaluating the customer experience. Global teams support sourcing, third party oversight, procurement and payment operations, supplier relationship management and customer experience.
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Analyst, Sourcing & Procurement, Technology Sourcing

Ralph Lauren

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 Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE:RL) is a global leader in the design, marketing and distribution of premium lifestyle products in five categories: apparel, accessories, home, fragrances, and hospitality. For more than 50 years, Ralph Lauren's reputation and distinctive image have been consistently developed across an expanding number of products, brands and international markets. The Company's brand names, which include Ralph Lauren, Ralph Lauren Collection, Ralph Lauren Purple Label, Polo Ralph Lauren, Double RL, Lauren Ralph Lauren, Polo Ralph Lauren Children, Chaps, among others, constitute one of the world's most widely recognized families of consumer brands.
 
 
 At Ralph Lauren, we unite and inspire the communities within our company as well as those in which we serve by amplifying voices and perspectives to create a culture of belonging, ensuring inclusion, and fairness for all. We foster a culture of inclusion through: Talent, Education &amp; Communication, Employee Groups and Celebration.
 
 
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 We are seeking a proactive and analytically driven Sourcing Analyst &ndash; IT to join our Global Procurement team, supporting the North America region from our Bangalore office. This role is ideal for candidates with 2&ndash;5 years of experience in sourcing, procurement, or financial analysis, particularly within IT categories.
 
 
 The Analyst will be responsible for executing strategic sourcing activities, supporting category management, and driving value creation across IT spend areas such as software, hardware, telecom, and IT services. The role includes spend analysis, RFx development, supplier negotiations, contract management, and stakeholder engagement. The Analyst will collaborate closely with North America stakeholders and global procurement colleagues to ensure alignment with business goals and procurement strategies.
 
 
 This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to high-impact initiatives while developing expertise in IT sourcing within a global organization.
 
 
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 Key Responsibilities
 
 
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 Develop category strategy and approach in accordance with overall strategy of Global Procurement including:
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 Development of Category-Specific Strategies
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 Development of Key Stakeholder Relationships
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 Aligning category strategy to stakeholder prioritization and developing category road map
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 Prioritization and Planning of Strategic Sourcing Initiatives
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 Identification of Global vs Region-Specific Opportunities
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 Management of Project Timelines
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 Lead execution of Strategic Sourcing events in accordance with Ralph Lauren sourcing methodology including:
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 Development of Project Baselines and Spend Profiles
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 Development of Industry &amp; Vendor Profiles
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 Development of RF(x) Documents
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 Prepare and Lead Vendor Negotiations
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 Development and Implementation of Supply Agreements
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 Provide support for Global Procurement initiatives as required:
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 Spend Analytics and Assessment
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 Procurement Performance Reporting and Savings
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 Procurement Policy and Process Compliance
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 Coordination of Financial Capture of Sourcing Outcomes
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 Supplier Relationship Management. Provide Ad Hoc support across Global Procurement digital systems including:
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 Review and approve Ariba Purchase Requisitions
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 Review and approve Aravo New Vendor Requests, support Stakeholders as needed
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 Update, maintain and follow up against critical path data sources (e.g. Scout, EMEA Saving Opportunities tracker, Marketing Projects tracker, preferred supplier list etc)
 
 
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 Required Skills
 
 
 
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 Advanced Microsoft Office Suite- Word, Excel, PowerPoint
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 Experience in using Excel Pivot tables and Macros
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 Strong ability to analyze and organize data are essential
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 Excellent communication skills (capable of communicating with senior stakeholders). Ability to develop and deliver engaging presentations / dynamic reports
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 Strong analytical, influencing, facilitating, team building, strategic thinking, solution-oriented, process-driven, people management, and time management abilities
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 Independent achiever &amp; self-starter with commitment to superior quality and accuracy
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 Ability to execute under time sensitive deadlines and work effectively in a dynamic environment, even when faced with ambiguity
 
 
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 Experience/Education
 
 
 
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 Understanding of end-to-end procurement process as well as using procurement systems (Ariba, Workday or similar)
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 Experience working in Retail (ideally in a luxury brand) considered an asset
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in business, or a related field preferred
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 Professional certifications are an asset (CIPS etc.)
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 Category-specific Strategic Sourcing experience considered an asset
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 Ability to travel domestically / abroad as needed
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Analyst Strategic Sourcing

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 About us:
 
 
 
 We are a highly successful 190-year-old, Fortune 500 commercial property insurance company of 6,000+ employees with a unique focus on science and risk engineering. Businesses worldwide trust our expertise to protect their assets, relying on our comprehensive risk assessments and robust, engineering-based insurance solutions to safeguard against fire, natural disasters, and other perils. Serving over a quarter of the Fortune 500 and major corporations globally, we deliver data-driven strategies that enhance resilience, ensure business continuity, and empower organizations to thrive.
 
 
 FM India is a strategic location for driving our global operational efficiency. Our presence in India allows us to leverage the country&rsquo;s talented workforce and advance our capabilities to serve our clients better. We have diverse corporate functions that emphasize research, advanced technologies like AI and analytics, risk engineering, research, finance, marketing, HR, etc. working together to provide innovative solutions and nurture lasting relationships &ndash; from co-workers to clients.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Role Title: Strategic Sourcing Consultant
 
 
 
 
 Position Summary:
 
 
 
 This role is responsible for assisting with a portion of FM&rsquo;s technology and business procurement and vendor management strategy and helps to execute on that strategy based on rapidly changing technology and business landscapes. This role focuses on the moderate complexity category; focuses on one category strategy; may get some assistance on strategy. The role will assist with the full breadth of procurement and vendor management functions through execution of moderately complex deals that have medium business and financial impact to the success of FM. The person in this role will be responsible to directly interface with both EVP and VP senior leaders to help provide sourcing strategy, focus areas/initiatives, and results. They'll also be responsible for helping, in collaboration with senior VMO leadership, to influence/steer strategic decisions that align with the vendor management vision and will result in the best outcome for FM.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 
 End to End Procurement:
 
 
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 Helps coordinate medium sized, moderately complex, with moderate financial impact projects to forward cross-enterprise and category strategies
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 Works with senior procurement staff to research market intelligence regarding alternate suppliers; Collaborates with team to determine short list and selected vendor(s) in line with category strategy for medium complexity, medium risk deals.
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 Manages self in procurement process with vendor and internal stakeholders for business critical new products and services and renewals based on medium complexity business requirements and/or medium-impact category strategy. Includes assisting in creation of RFI/RFP, vendor evaluation and selection, contract development, contract price and terms negotiation, conclusion of deal, and follow through on success of implementation/onboarding, etc.
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 Leads all interaction on projects with Law &amp; Government Affairs and Information Security, and Architecture/Infrastructure teams as applicable.
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 Helps drive partnership with stakeholders to determine mitigation options for vendor risks, with influence of acceptance of risks and/or leading of change in vendor direction
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 Manages full procurement life-cycle with vendors/partners in support medium complexity and impactful business areas/categories; Responsible for ensuring SLA&rsquo;s are met and exceeded.
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 Strategy and Vendor Management:
 
 
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 Assists in developing, and evolves Sourcing strategy, for medium complexity categories and potentially with enterprise-wide, cross organizational categories
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 Works with a variety of staff in the organization to help define medium complexity projects to assist with forwarding the category strategy
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 Works with senior procurement leadership to help definition of Service Level Agreements (SLAs) between strategic vendors and stakeholder business area
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 Participates in vendor management program for enterprise and departmental strategic partners including feedback from stakeholders, vendor score card development, quarterly-business reviews.
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 Coordinates with senior procurement leadership to ensure evolution of vendor portfolio to ensure highest financial benefits to FM balanced with top delivery, service, execution and value
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 Relationship Management:
 
 
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 Assists in the preparation of documentation provided to FM internal customers on sourcing strategy, results, and focus areas/initiatives.
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 Builds and maintains relationships with strategic partners and a variety of internal stakeholders with respect to vendor portfolio strategy and direction, financial and risk mitigation opportunities, and business excellence and resilience
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 Leverages senior procurement team for mentoring in developing sourcing strategies, executing on procurement and vendor management processes, and relationship building
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 Process:
 
 
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 Coordinates implementation of FM&rsquo;s vendor management program including stakeholder surveys, vendor score-carding and vendor KPI reviews
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 Assists in the evolution of cross-organizational procurement and vendor management processes; Provides feedback into creation of associated communication and education artifacts
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 Participates in projects to implement and evolve technology platforms and tools to in support FM&rsquo;s procurement and vendor management strategy and execution of strategy
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 Ensures adherence in development of processes, guidelines, tracking and reporting on cost avoidance and cost savings in line with established OKRs
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 Provides Sourcing reporting and metrics to share with managers
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 Leverages existing market intelligences resources used by Sourcing team; Continues self-directed scanning of the market intelligence options
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 Skill and Experience:
 
 
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 5-7 years of experience required
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 Additional Experience Qualifier (optional Strategic sourcing, procurement and vendor management in a broad range of categories including technology for a global organization.
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 Experience leading medium sized negotiations with strategic business and technology partners, displaying independent judgement, autonomy, and decision-making
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 Experience in all aspects of Sourcing including leveraging of key business strategies and category management for several business areas, some may be high visibility and financial stakes
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 Some project leadership skills
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 Advanced communication and presentation skills
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 Accountability for delivering results with respect to financial and risk management goals
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 Must Have Skills:
 
 
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 Vendor management, category management, procurement, and strategic sourcing
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 Negotiation skills with experience in contract review and redlining
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 Ability to support and help expand a new vendor management program across the organization
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 Willingness to learn new sourcing categories.
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 Education and Certifications:
 
 
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 4 Year / Bachelors Degree, Bachelor's Degree,
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 Work location:
 
 Bengaluru
 
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Strategic Sourcing Consultant [T500-20900]

Curefoods

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 About Curefoods
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Curefoods is a Bangalore-based house of F&amp;B brands, founded in 2020. The company operates 500+ locations across 50 cities in India, offering a diverse range of cuisines. Curefoods brings together brands such as Kitchens of EatFit, CakeZone, Nomad Pizza, Sharief Bhai, Olio Pizza, Frozen Bottle, Krispy Kreme, and Arambam. Each brand offers a distinct culinary experience, from healthier meal options to regional cuisines and indulgent desserts. The company operates through cloud kitchens and dine-in formats, focusing on food quality, hygiene, and sustainability. Its operations integrate technology and consumer insights to manage scale and efficiency.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 About the Role
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The Head of Sourcing will play a pivotal role in leading the sourcing strategy, strengthening supplier partnerships, and driving procurement excellence across Curefoods India. The ideal candidate is the one who brings 10+ years of progressive experience, deep market understanding and a strong command over sourcing in Food Services, Grocery, and Food Retail. Experience in grocery and commodity sourcing will be a significant advantage. This role demands close collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless availability of premium, ethically sourced products aligned with our mission and values.
 
 
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Sourcing Strategy
 
 : Build and execute a comprehensive sourcing strategy focused on quality, sustainability, and cost optimization.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Supplier Management
 
 : Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers aligned with our quality and ethical sourcing standards.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Negotiations
 
 : Lead negotiations to secure favourable terms, contracts, and long-term partnerships.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Supplier Performance:
 
 Track and evaluate supplier performance, ensuring adherence to quality, timelines, and continuous improvement.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Supply Chain Integrity
 
 : Oversee end-to-end sourcing processes, ensuring product integrity from raw materials to final delivery.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Sustainability
 
 : Champion environmentally responsible sourcing and support community-impact initiatives.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Risk Management:
 
 Identify supply risks and implement mitigation plans to ensure operational continuity.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Cross-Functional Collaboration
 
 : Work closely with QA, production, marketing, and other teams to align sourcing with business goals.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Market Research:
 
 Stay updated on industry trends, market dynamics, and emerging sourcing opportunities.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Budget Management:
 
 Manage sourcing budgets with a focus on cost efficiency and strong supplier relationships.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Leadership:
 
 Lead and mentor the sourcing team, fostering innovation, accountability, and excellence.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Pre Requisities
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 10+
 
 years of proven experience in senior sourcing or procurement roles, ideally within
 
 Food Services, Grocery, or Food Retail.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Deep experience in
 
 grocery and commodity sourcing
 
 is a strong plus.
 
 
 
 
 
 Experience in pan-India sourcing of food commodities is highly desirable.
 
 
 
 
 
 Strong expertise in capex sourcing and large-scale RFP processes is an added advantage.
 
 
 
 
 
 Exceptional analytical skills with the ability to assess market trends, pricing, and supplier performance.
 
 
 
 
 
 Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively.
 
 
 
 
 
 Results-driven mindset with a demonstrated track record of achieving sourcing objectives without compromising quality.
 
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Procurement Head

DCGpac.COM

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 About the Company
 
 
 
 
 
 
 DCGPac (DCG Tech Ltd) is India&rsquo;s leading B2B packaging and procurement platform, offering a wide range of packaging materials, warehouse supplies &amp; procurement services, with end-to-end &ldquo;Design-to-Distribution&rdquo; capabilities. The company sources from over 1,000+ manufacturers, manages multiple fulfillment centres, and supports corporates with procurement, quality control, logistics, and sustainable packaging initiatives (EcoPac, RePac). Thus, the Procurement Manager position is critical in ensuring cost-effective, high-quality sourcing aligned with DCGPac&rsquo;s scale, product diversity, and sustainability goals.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 About the Role
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The Procurement Manager will lead the sourcing, supplier management, and procurement operations for DCGPac&rsquo;s broad portfolio of packaging and warehouse materials. This role combines strategic sourcing, cost optimization, quality assurance, supplier relation management, and cross-functional coordination (design, operations, logistics, R&amp;D). The focus will be on ensuring reliable supply, meeting quality specifications, driving cost efficiencies, and supporting sustainable packaging initiatives.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Responsibilities:-
 
 
 
 
 
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 Strategic Sourcing &amp; Category Management
 
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 Define and execute procurement strategies for packaging, raw materials, warehouse supplies, and ancillary products.
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 Segment procurement into categories (corrugated boxes, films, tapes, sustainable packaging, machinery, etc.) and build category road-maps.
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 Lead supplier segmentation, rationalization, and consolidation plans to optimize cost, quality, and risk.
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 Collaborate with R&amp;D / design teams to evaluate new materials or sustainable alternatives (e.g. compostable films, biodegradable polymers) in line with DCGPac&rsquo;s EcoPac / RePac initiatives.
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 Supplier Identification, Onboarding &amp; Development
 
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 Source and evaluate domestic and global suppliers (local manufacturers, overseas vendors) for quality, cost, delivery reliability, and compliance.
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 Perform supplier audits, due diligence, capability assessments, and capacity checks.
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 Lead supplier onboarding, contract negotiation, and integration.
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 Drive supplier development &amp; continuous improvement programs (quality, lead times, process upgrades, ESG practices).
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 Negotiation &amp; Contract Management
 
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 Lead negotiation of prices, terms &amp; conditions, payment terms, delivery SLAs, penalty clauses, exclusivity, warranties, etc.
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 Draft and manage supplier agreements, NDAs, master procurement contracts, legal &amp; compliance review.
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 Establish and enforce performance structures: KPIs, SLAs, scorecards, escalation mechanisms.
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 Procurement Operations &amp; Execution
 
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 Issue RFx (RFQ, RFP, RFI), evaluate responses, perform bid comparison and select optimal vendors.
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 Raise and manage purchase orders, monitor order fulfillment, delivery schedules, logistics coordination.
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 Track lead times, manage buffer stock, safety stock, reorder points.
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 Monitor and resolve procurement exceptions &mdash; delays, short shipments, quality rejections, mismatches.
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 Quality &amp; Compliance Assurance
 
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 Work closely with QC / quality control labs to ensure material compliance, testing, certifications, and standards.
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 Ensure supplier compliance with applicable statutory, environmental, and safety requirements.
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 Incorporate compliance and ESG / sustainability clauses into contracts.
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 Cost Management, Analytics &amp; Reporting
 
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 Develop and track procurement KPIs: cost savings, spend under management, supplier on-time delivery, quality rejects, procurement cycle time, etc.
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 Use data analytics and spend analysis to find opportunities for savings, vendor consolidation, demand aggregation.
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 Prepare procurement budget, forecasts, and monitor actuals vs plans.
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 Conduct regular reviews with stakeholders to assess procurement performance.
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 Risk Management &amp; Sustainability
 
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 Identify supply chain risks (supplier insolvency, raw material volatility, geopolitical, regulatory) and devise mitigation strategies (dual sourcing, buffer stocks).
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 Lead initiatives to adopt sustainable packaging options, circular supply (RePac), reduce waste and support ESG goals.
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 Monitor industry trends, raw material price fluctuations, regulatory changes, and feed into procurement strategy.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
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 Cross-Functional Collaboration &amp; Stakeholder Management
 
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 Interface with design, operations, logistics, sales, and R&amp;D teams to align procurement with business needs, BOM changes, demand forecasts, etc.
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 Serve as procurement subject matter expert in new product development, cost-down programs, packaging innovation projects.
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 Collaborate with finance for payment terms, vendor risk analysis, working capital management.
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 Team Leadership &amp; Process Optimization
 
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 Manage and mentor a team of procurement buyers/analysts.
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 Define roles, objectives, metrics, training and development.
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 Establish standardized procurement processes, tools, workflows, and best practices.
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 Drive automation, digital procurement tools (e-procurement, supplier portals, analytics dashboards).
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Required Qualifications &amp; Skills:-
 
 
 
 
 
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 Education
 
 : Bachelor&rsquo;s in Engineering/ Technology/ Packaging and printing / Supply Chain / Commerce / Business. MBA or postgrad is a plus.
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 Experience
 
 : minimum 5 years (or as relevant) in procurement/sourcing in manufacturing, packaging, FMCG, or logistics sectors, with at least 3 years in leadership role.
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 Strong negotiation skills and contract management experience.
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 Deep domain knowledge in packaging materials, raw materials, logistics, and supply chain.
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 Analytical skills, comfortable in data-driven decision-making, spend analysis, Excel, procurement tools.
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 Experience with procurement / ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, ION, Coupa, etc.).
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 Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
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 Leadership, coaching, team development capabilities.
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 Understanding of quality assurance, certification standards (ISO, material testing, etc.).
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 Knowledge of sustainability, ESG practices, and ecofriendly packaging trends.
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 Risk management skills and strategic mindset.
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 Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-growth startup / scale-up environment.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Equal Opportunity Statement:-
 
 
 
 
 
 
 DCGpac is committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace.
 
 
 
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Procurement Manager

Autodesk

<div>
 
 Job Requisition ID #
 
 
 
 25WD92620
 
 
 
 Position Overview
 
 
 
 Do you have a passion for strategic sourcing? Can you spot opportunities where others can&rsquo;t?Are you a change agent who challenges the status-quo and makes things better? Do you enjoy working collaboratively with people across various disciplines to make their work easier and leading cross-functional teams that does the same? We&rsquo;re all about accelerating careers, delighting our customers, and delivering results. If you are too, then we have the right role for you!
 
 
 Autodesk is looking for a Strategic Sourcing Partner to support Senior Sourcing Managers in sourcing and negotiation activities, as well as manage Sourcing processes. The successful candidate must demonstrate a passion for developing relationships with stakeholders, dedication to excellent customer service and a growth mindset for learning new skills, taking on new challenges and working with global stakeholders. The successful candidate must also have a good understanding contractual terms and conditions and some experience in negotiating with suppliers. The successful Sourcing Partner will support the Sourcing Managers with data analysis including portfolio analysis, planning, consolidation, supplier scorecards and vendor management.
 
 
 Strategic Sourcing is a dynamic and growing organization within Autodesk&rsquo;s Purchasing, Programs and Operations department. In addition to the specific sourcing and vendor management responsibilities, this position is expected to contribute to the maturity of the overall function. This includes creating and refining processes, tools and templates that can be applied to across all vendors and categories worldwide.This position will report to the Senior Manager, Strategic Sourcing. The resource will be located in India and will primarily support sourcing needs in APAC, however, will be asked to support other contract and sourcing needs in other regions as necessary.
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Manage a large workload and constant flow of inquiries, especially during peak times, while maintaining a &ldquo;delight the customer&rdquo; mindset
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 Maintain thorough understanding for end-to-end purchase to pay processes and functional team responsibilities between Sourcing, Procurement and Accounts Payable and assist in resolving cross-team issues in a collaborative manner
 </li>
 <li>
 Manage country-specific processes within the EMEA, AMER and or APAC region.
 </li>
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 Support the RFx process when appropriate
 </li>
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 Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation
 </li>
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 Help identify areas of risk for the business (i.e., indemnities, limits of liability, delivery of service, quality, performance, timeline, warranty, governance, or other contractual terms); make recommendations where applicable
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 Maintain proficiency in relevant policies and procedures; be able to articulate and enforce such policies and procedures
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 Facilitate employee compliance with procurement policies and systems and ensures segregation of duties. Report to Purchasing Managers and appropriate Finance Manager any incidents of non-compliance
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 In conjunction with Sourcing Managers review and analyze data to determine cost saving opportunities through vendor consolidation and/or contract renegotiations
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 Ability to build and maintain relationships with internal customers / clients as well as vendors
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 Ability to shine under pressure while dealing with changing priorities and timelines
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 Ability to clearly demonstrate subject matter expertise in sourcing initiatives to stakeholders
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 Live the Autodesk cultural values by being Smart, Innovative, Adaptable, Inclusive, Impactful, Humble, Courageous, Accountable, Pragmatic and Customer Focused
 
 
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 Minimum Qualifications
 
 
 
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 2+ years&rsquo; experience focused on, Strategic Sourcing and/or Category Management
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 Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
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 BA or equivalent experience
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 Strong negotiation/influencing and presentation skills
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 Strong English skills
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 Procurement specific qualification a plus
 
 
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 About Autodesk
 
 
 
 Welcome to Autodesk! Amazing things are created every day with our software &ndash; from the greenest buildings and cleanest cars to the smartest factories and biggest hit movies. We help innovators turn their ideas into reality, transforming not only how things are made, but what can be made.
 
 
 We take great pride in our culture here at Autodesk &ndash; it&rsquo;s at the core of everything we do. Our culture guides the way we work and treat each other, informs how we connect with customers and partners, and defines how we show up in the world.
 
 
 When you&rsquo;re an Autodesker, you can do meaningful work that helps build a better world designed and made for all. Ready to shape the world and your future? Join us!
 
 
 
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 Salary is one part of Autodesk&rsquo;s competitive compensation package. Offers are based on the candidate&rsquo;s experience and geographic location. In addition to base salaries, our compensation package may include annual cash bonuses, commissions for sales roles, stock grants, and a comprehensive benefits package.
 
 
 
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Sourcing Partner

Dr. Martens plc

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 As a Lead Procurement Analyst in our Global Indirect Procurement team, you will:
 
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 Lead and manage spend categories, develop strategies and negotiate contracts for products, services, and suppliers
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 Contribute to category saving targets for multiple categories and supplier performance
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 Review and analyse contract data, business goals and market conditions to identify cost saving opportunities
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 Determine deal strategy and control all aspects of contract negotiations and cost-effective supplier assessments
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 Act as a key point of contact for global stakeholders for indirect procurement activity and develop and maintain strong relationships with business units
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 Develop knowledge of the business needs, expectations, priorities and goals
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 Help to plan and execute sourcing strategies that guarantee the most optimum commercial position for Dr. Martens
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 Drive RFPs aligned to business needs
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 Identify new services and valuable suppliers able to bring tangible value, innovation and competitive advantage for our business
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 Oversee the procurement process from start to finish, and provide improvement initiatives where appropriate
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 Regularly review the indirect supply base, provide consolidation and reduction initiatives, foster solid partnerships with strategic vendors
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 Provide regular reporting against procurement KPIs
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 THE STUFF THAT SETS YOU APART
 
 
 
 
 Must-Have Experience:
 
 
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 6+ years of Sourcing, Procurement experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education
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 Excellent commercial acumen and negotiation skills
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 Experience in drafting, reviewing and negotiating agreements
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 Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build effective relationships with stakeholders
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 Ability to influence stakeholders and cross functional teams to drive agenda
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 A team player with ability to work with people from all corporate levels
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 Tenacious attitude to drive process improvement
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 Strong data collection, collation and representation skills
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 Excellent problem solving and analytical skills - Ability to interpret data and trends, diagnose problems, and formulate effective action plans to resolve issues.
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 Customer and service centric mind set, placing the user at the heart of the solution
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 Able to multi-task and respond quickly and effectively to the challenges faced in a fast-paced environment, work well under pressure, able to plan and prioritize workload
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 Desirable skills/experience:
 
 
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 Experience of working within a fast-moving, global retail environment
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 Experience defining and implementing strategy in multiple indirect procurement categories
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 Experience in line management
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 Technical Skills:
 
 
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 Excellent analytical skills particularly within Excel and/or Power BI
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 Soft Skills:
 
 
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 Excellent communication and stakeholder management
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 Strong analytical mindset with problem-solving capabilities
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 Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities
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 Ability to take initiative and work independently
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 Are you ready to fill your boots? Apply now.
 
 
 
 We live and breathe Rebellious Self Expression at Dr. Martens, and there are 3 core values at the heart of it. They never standalone but work together as a balancing act of rights and responsibilities to support how we work together at DMs.
 
 BE YOURSELF
 
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 ACT COURAGEOUSLY
 
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 SHOW YOU CARE
 
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 At DM your technical capability will go hand in hand with the below:
 
 
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 Great relationship management that delivers results through effective teamwork
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 Youll be a proud custodian to our DM&rsquo;s culture, embodying what we stand for and encouraging others to do the same
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 You&rsquo;ll help build a highly engaged team &ndash; ensuring a collaborative culture and providing guidance &amp; support to other team members
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 You will take ownership for your own development, proactively seeking out feedback to build self-awareness
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 You will bring the outside-in; you&rsquo;ll share best practice across the team/business and encourage ideas sharing as well as collaborative problem solving
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 You&rsquo;ll lead the way and role model on all things DE&amp;I &amp; wellbeing
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Lead Procurement Analyst

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