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DIAGEO India

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 Job Description
 
 
 
 
 Job Title
 
 
 
 Assistant Manager - Procurement (Opex)
 
 
 
 About US
 
 
 
 With over 200 brands sold in nearly 180 countries, we&rsquo;re the world&rsquo;s leading premium drinks company. Bring your passion and use your curiosity as you explore, collaborate, and innovate to build brands consumers love. Together with passionate people from all over the world, you&rsquo;ll test new ideas, learn and grow, and unlock a brighter, more exciting future.
 
 
 
 About The Function
 
 
 
 Our Procurement team are innovators, always seeking new ways to help our business, people and much-loved brands thrive. We&rsquo;re dedicated to maximising the &pound;12 billion+ we spend every year, building brands of premium quality, while creating sustainable value and growth. Together, we&rsquo;re shaping the services, partnerships and innovations that meet our future needs.
 
 
 Our procurement team delivers outstanding end-to-end value across our supply chain and offers innovative supplier solutions. Together, we&rsquo;re driving our 'Society 2030: Spirit of Progress' plan across suppliers and agency partners to create a more sustainable world. Wherever you choose to carve your career, we&rsquo;ll support and encourage you in our inclusive culture.
 
 
 
 Qualification
 
 
 
 
 About the role
 
 
 
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 MBA /Engineer
 
 
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 Experience
 
 
 
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 Procurement experience of around 4-6 years in FMCG or related industry; manufacturing, contract and financial management skills mandatory
 
 
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 Knowledge &amp; skills:
 
 
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 Strong commercial acumen &amp; negotiating skills
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 Excellent data management skills
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 Ability to build good relationship &amp; influencing skills with people
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 Good understanding of should-costs and relevant information on drivers for the category
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 Long term value creation
 
 
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 Best suited for someone who
 
 
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 Likes to work with data and is extremely analytical
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 Has a strong commercial focus
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 Brings an external focus to work, by being constantly updated on developments and innovations in the external world
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 Is able to build good working relationships with internal stakeholders
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 Hardnosed when it comes to commercial negotiations with parties
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 Constantly seeks to improve things and create new standards at work
 
 
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 Cost Management &amp; Savings
 
 
 
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 Frame and implement cost containment strategies into supplier negotiations and contracts
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 Develop and apply Pricing Strategies using best negotiation techniques
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 Secure long-term contracts for stability of services and supplies
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 Drive &amp; land cost reduction initiatives specific to category working with Make Team, etc for effective leveraging of Prices, efficiency improvement etc
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 Develop &amp; land synergies through specific interventions in functional metrics to reduce and optimise Opex expenses
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 Rate Variance on MRO supplies &amp; Service contracts for manufacturing sites
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 Long term price stability
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 Productivity improvement &amp; savings
 
 
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 Service effectiveness &amp; Risk Management
 
 
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 Ensure Vendors delivers on all contracted terms during tenure of agreement
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 Co-create new methodologies and initiatives by working with Make to land Pricing expectations basis market trends and opportunities
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 Develop &amp; execute supplier performance management across vendors, land tracking mechanisms on Performance
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 Contract adherence &amp; compliance on terms &amp; conditions
 
 
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 Ensure meeting of Customer Quality expectations
 
 
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 Ensure and control supply quality as per internal customer requirements
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 Execute the customer feedback received from the internal and external stakeholders on customer satisfaction
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 Improve and augment supply pool to provide best-in-class quality &amp; supply capability within supply pool
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 Collaborate with internal customers and external suppliers to bring about transformational projects serving customer requirements like IFM, MRO Aggregation, etc
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 Customer Satisfaction feedback
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 Qualitative Supply Assessments
 
 
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 Stakeholder Management
 
 
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 Work closely with all the internal customer teams including manufacturing as well as legal/ finance support functions
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 Ensure the contracts factor all internal requirements and ensure subsequent supply is well-serviced and managed
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 Ensure quality requirements are met, regulatory aspects and changes thereof are implemented without disruption of supplies ensuring minimal write-offs
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 Manage key external Vendors for long term stability on Pricing and Service and ensure DI is a preferred Customer by securing advantageous terms
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 Customer Satisfaction feedback
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 Analysts are individual contributors
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 Requires conceptual knowledge in own area of expertise; develops practical experience
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 Understands key business drivers; uses this understanding to accomplish own work
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 No supervisory responsibilities but may provide guidance to new analysts/associates
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 Solves standard problems by identifying solutions based on standard practices
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 Impacts quality of own work; works within guidelines and policies
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 Explains information to others in straightforward situations
 
 
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 Category Management Job Family Description
 
 
 
 Roles within category management are responsible for building relationships with suppliers and providers to deliver the goods, services and materials which support Diageo&rsquo;s operational requirements and performance ambition. Typical skills and expertise include stakeholder management, influencing, negotiation, analytics and financial and business acumen.
 
 
 
 Flexible Working Statement
 
 
 
 Flexibility is key to our success. Talk to us about what flexibility means to you so that you&rsquo;re supported to manage your wellbeing and balance your priorities from day one.
 
 
 
 Diversity Statement
 
 
 
 Our purpose is to celebrate life, every day, everywhere. And creating an inclusive culture, where everyone feels valued and that they can belong, is a crucial part of this.
 
 
 We embrace diversity in the broadest possible sense. This means that you&rsquo;ll be welcomed and celebrated for who you are just by being you. You&rsquo;ll be part of and help build and champion an inclusive culture that celebrates people of different gender, ethnicity, ability, age, sexual orientation, social class, educational backgrounds, experiences, mindsets, and more.
 
 
 Our ambition is to create the best performing, most trusted and respected consumer products companies in the world. Join us and help transform our business as we take our brands to the next level and build new ones as part of shaping the next generation of celebrations for consumers around the world.
 
 
 Feel inspired? Then this may be the opportunity for you.
 
 
 If you require a reasonable adjustment, please ensure that you capture this information when you submit your application.
 
 
 
 Worker Type
 
 
 
 Regular
 
 
 
 Primary Location:
 
 
 
 Bangalore HO
 
 
 
 Additional Locations :
 
 
 
 
 Job Posting Start Date
 
 
 
 2025-08-07
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Assistant Manager - Procurement (Opex)

Amazon

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 Description
 
 
 
 Amazon's India Operations' Opex Procurement team is hiring for a Procurement Manager for Opex Categories with Pan-India responsibilities. The Procurement Manager, will manage workforce staffing services, employee relation (HOH transportation) categories/ subcategories and projects of increased complexity, operate with significant autonomy and discretion, Influence other internal and external teams.
 
 
 In this role the person will define and own the capabilities, procurement strategies and innovation roadmap for the category and team. The person will work closely with work force management, employee relation and sustainable relation, WHS teams and explore vendors and technologies to support the conveyance and automation projects. The person will lead in creating the industry bench marked procurement processes and work side-by-side with internal and external stakeholders to deliver the best for the end customer experience.
 
 
 Key job responsibilities
 
 
 Key job responsibilities
 
 
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 Evaluates key spend, performance, and compliance data to lead supplier or category decisions;
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 Uses knowledge of the market segment for assigned categories to identify trends and mitigate potential market-related issues;
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 Identify, develop and implement sourcing strategy, works with cross-functional teams to ensure that strategies are executed, and effectively communicates initiatives to gain customer and supplier buy-in and to drive them towards anticipated outcomes;
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 Builds mechanisms and leads initiatives to ensure that suppliers&rsquo; costs don&rsquo;t extend beyond established goals. Constantly seeks ways to reduce spending and demonstrates the ability to advise business owners on whether a given purchase is reasonable and justified;
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 Determines which suppliers should be positioned for long-term contracts based on the suppliers&rsquo; overall value to the business. Establishes and implements standards for partnering with these suppliers;
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 Establishes supplier diversity/sourcing targets and expands current supplier selection options accordingly. Regularly evaluates these targets to raise the bar in terms of deliverables;
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 Negotiate commercials, contract terms and implementation plan with suppliers. Ensures compliance documents and contract management with suppliers by collaborating with legal, business, operations and tax teams.
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 Operates with significant autonomy and discretion.
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 Promote the Procurement team internally and externally.
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 Create mechanisms to measure supplier performances like score card, metrics, supplier QBRs etc.
 
 
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 About The Team
 
 
 
 Basic Qualifications:
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree in Business/engineering, Supply Chain, Procurement or a related field preferred.
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 8-10 years of experience with focus on Procurement, supply chain, strategic sourcing, operational planning, or supplier management.
 
 
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 Preferred Qualifications
 
 
 
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 Advanced Degree
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 10+ years of experience with focus on supply chain, strategic sourcing, operational planning, or supplier management.
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 Experience and knowledge of soft services, work force management, employee relation, HOH transportation suppliers, and the related procurement.
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 Ability to proactively manage supplier relationships to drive value for our customers
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 Ability to exercise judgment in evaluation of suppliers, supplier performance, and ensure that project goals, schedules and performance requirements are achieved
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 Exceptional skill in negotiation, contract development, and program management
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 Strategic, long term critical thinking and planning
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 Financial analysis and value / TCO analysis
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 Bias for action and urgency
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 Customer obsession and clear concise communications skills
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 Must have a positive, collaborative attitude
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 Likes to challenge convention and strive for innovation
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 Excellent verbal skills and above average written communication skills
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 Strong PC skills including Windows and Excel
 
 
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 Basic Qualifications
 
 
 
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 Bachelor's degree
 
 
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 Preferred Qualifications
 
 
 
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 Master's degree
 
 
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 Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you&rsquo;re applying in isn&rsquo;t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
 
 
 
 
 Company
 
 - ASSPL - Karnataka
 
 
 Job ID: A2983446
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Procurement Manager, APAC PROCUREMENT

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 Description
 
 
 
 Amazon.com strives to be Earth's most customer-centric company where people can find and discover virtually anything they want to buy online. The SBS - Assistant Brand Manager will work on offering dedicated support to top-tiered brands to grow with Amazon by identifying and improving key customer inputs for growth such as content, marketing and stock availability among others. Apart from this, the SBS - Assistant Brand Manager will also help brands leverage Amazon&rsquo;s tools and programs to improve on their business inputs.
 
 
 We are seeking creative, goal-oriented and highly entrepreneurial people to join our exciting and fast-paced team.
 
 
 
 About The Role
 
 
 
 As a SBS - Assistant Brand Manager, you will focus on delivering 5 core focus areas for the brand: Selection, demand generation, catalogue quality, business advice and availability.
 
 
 The person who joins the leadership team in this position must share our passion and commitment for serving our customers. This ideal candidate should have experience in forging and building brand relationships. Some understanding of planning product cycles and selling online is preferred. The right candidate will be flexible, action and results oriented, self-starting and have strong analytical skills. He or she must have a proven track record in taking ownership, driving results and moving with speed to implement ideas in a fast-paced environment. He should be entrepreneurial with the confidence to make independent, data-driven decisions. The candidate must demonstrate the ability to succeed at: planning and forecasting, and driving an online business. The candidate must be an effective communicator in working with some of Amazon&rsquo;s most important partners and vendors, as well as with internal colleagues and groups.
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
 This person will have responsibility for:
 
 
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 Building selection: Identify selection gaps. Track brand&rsquo;s offline catalogue to ensure all relevant selection is present on Amazon.
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 Demand generation: Responsible for demand generation. This includes working with other members on the category management team to create a marketing calendar based on vendor's objectives
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 Business Advice: Support participation of brand in Amazon programs
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 Availability: Ensuring continuous availability of products
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 Catalogue Quality on Amazon: Ensuring the best input from brand is updated for customer interface on Amazon Detail Pages through perfect Images, Product descriptions, etc.
 
 
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 Basic Qualifications
 
 
 
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 Bachelor's degree
 
 
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 Preferred Qualifications
 
 
 
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 Experience in financial analysis, retail buying, retail planning &amp; allocation, product/project management, marketing, business development, consulting, negotiation or supply chain
 
 
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 Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you&rsquo;re applying in isn&rsquo;t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
 
 
 
 
 Company
 
 - ASSPL - Karnataka
 
 
 Job ID: A3014001
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SBS - Assistant Brand Manager, Home

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 At ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner. Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world. As a global market leader, we&rsquo;ll give you what you need to make it happen. It won&rsquo;t always be easy, growing takes grit. But at ABB, you&rsquo;ll never run alone. Run what runs the world.
 
 
 This Position reports to:
 
 
 Production Manager
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 What We Believe In
 
 
 
 At ABB, we are dedicated to addressing global challenges. Our core values: care, courage, curiosity, and collaboration - combined with a focus on diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities - are key drivers in our aim to empower everyone to create sustainable solutions. That's our story. Make it your story.
 
 
 
 
 Your Role And Responsibilities
 
 
 
 In this role, you will have the opportunity to partner with cross functional team and ensure the procurement activities and purchase of raw material for the production. Identifies new suppliers in cooperation with the relevant category team. Qualifies new suppliers in cooperation with Supplier Quality and Engineering Specialists.
 
 
 The work model for the role is:
 
 
 The role will support for the ABB India Ltd for Electrification Smart Power business to be based at Nelamangala Bangalore.
 
 
 Position Reports to: Integrated Production Unit Manager/Purchase Manager
 
 
 
 You will be mainly accountable for:
 
 
 
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 Orders &amp; Planning &ndash; Determine material requirements, generate purchase orders, schedule supplies, manage deliveries, and monitor risks to ensure uninterrupted production.
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 Process &amp; Systems &ndash; Implement and improve procurement processes, utilize MRP/ERP systems, maintain BOM accuracy, and monitor inventory against target levels.
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 Collaboration &amp; Alignment &ndash; Coordinate with operations, manufacturing, SCM, and suppliers to align orders with customer demand, policies, and project requirements.
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 Supplier &amp; Logistics Management &ndash; Manage supplier relationships, resolve issues on orders/rejections/payments, oversee inbound logistics, imports (Incoterms), and inventory optimization.
 
 
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 Qualifications for the role:
 
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in a relevant field.
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 Minimum of 5 years&rsquo; experience in procurement/supply chain or related domain.
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 Advanced verbal and written communication skills.
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 Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and related software tools.
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 Good knowledge of procurement processes and supply chain practices.
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 Basic understanding of the types of goods/materials to be purchased.
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 Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
 
 
 
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 More About Us
 
 
 ABB Smart Power provides energy distribution solutions for data centers, industrial and manufacturing plants, critical infrastructure and commercial buildings. The Division&rsquo;s technical teams work closely with industry partners, delivering advanced solutions that support rapid growth, energy transition, and sustainability objectives. The Division&rsquo;s portfolio includes industrial circuit breakers, low-voltage systems, motor starting applications, and safety devices like switches and relays. Its Power Protection unit supports the world&rsquo;s largest data center companies with advanced energy-efficient UPS solutions. The Division&rsquo;s ABB Ability&trade; Energy Manager provides a scalable, easy-to-use platform that helps organizations save energy and reduce CO2 emissions.
 
 
 We value people from different backgrounds. Could this be your story? Apply today or visit www.abb.com to read more about us and learn about the impact of our solutions across the globe.
 
 
 
 Fraud Warning:
 
 Any genuine offer from ABB will always be preceded by a formal application and interview process.
 
 
 We never ask for money from job applicants.
 
 
 For current open positions you can visit our career website https://global.abb/group/en/careers and apply.
 
 
 Please refer to detailed recruitment fraud caution notice using the link https://global.abb/group/en/careers/how-to-apply/fraud-warning.
 
 
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Buyer

KPMG

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 KPMG Global Services (KGS) India is a strategic global delivery organization that works with more than 50 KPMG firms to provide a progressive, scalable and customized approach to business requirements.
 
 
 The KGS India journey has been one of consistent growth, with a current employee count of c.21,000, operating from eight locations in India &mdash; Bengaluru, Gurugram, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Kochi, Noida, Pune and Kolkata. &mdash; and providing a range of Advisory and Tax-related services to KPMG firms around the world.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Job description:
 
 
 
 
 
 Location -Bangalore/Pune
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 JOB DESCRIPTION:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Expert in End to end Implementation.
 
 
 
 
 Experience- 5-15 years
 
 
 
 
 Sound work experience on SAAS Procurement tools- Zycus
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Skillset required:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Roles &amp; responsibilities:
 
 Roles &amp; responsibilities
 
 
 &bull;
 
 Source-to-Pay Implementation Expertise:
 
 Possess prior experience in delivering comprehensive end-to-end implementation projects for the Source-to-Pay workstream. Deep knowledge of S2P functional processes.
 
 
 &bull;
 
 Procurement Transformation Delivery
 
 : Execute procurement transformation and digitalization projects across diverse sectors and geographies.Lead engagements/workstreams end-to-end.
 
 
 &bull;
 
 Develop and Drive Opportunities:
 
 Lead or support initiatives to identify and advance opportunities by building and leveraging external networks and professional relationships.
 
 
 &bull;
 
 Engagement Roles
 
 : Independently manage the project and undertake key roles, including but not limited to Functional Design Lead, Testing Lead, Project Manager, Change Management Support across various projects.
 
 
 &bull;
 
 Recruitment and Mentorship:
 
 Oversee recruitment processes and provide guidance and mentorship to team members to foster professional growth.
 
 
 &bull;
 
 Industry Knowledge and Trends:
 
 Stay informed on the latest industry trends, emerging technologies, and procurement best practices to deliver cutting-edge solutions.
 
 
 &bull;
 
 Competency Development:
 
 Contribute to internal capability-building initiatives by conducting knowledge-sharing sessions, creating best practice documentation, and facilitating internal training and development programs.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Mandatory technical skills:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 &bull;Prior experience in implementing S2P solutions in various cloud tools and/or ERP systems.
 
 
 &bull;Strong understanding of procurement processes and spend management principles.
 
 
 &bull;Hands-on experience in:
 
 
 &bull;Leading functional design workshops (including requirement gathering and fit-gap analysis)
 
 
 &bull;Creating documents at various stages of the project like creating to-be process flows, business process documents, configuration workbook, testing strategy, identify and finalize test scenarios and test scripts, training documents etc.
 
 
 &bull;Leading testing phases (SIT/UAT/Regression)
 
 
 &bull;Integration with client ERP&rsquo;s will be a plus
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Educational qualifications
 
 
 
 &bull;MBA/B.E/B.Tech equivalent from reputed institute
 
 
 &bull;Any certifications on related technology/platform will be add-ons
 
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KPMG Global Services-Procurement Transformation Implementation-Zycus Implementation

Tata Consultancy Services

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 We&rsquo;re Hiring:
 
 Oracle Fusion Procurement Analyst
 
 
 
 
 
 
 We are seeking an Oracle Fusion Procurement Analyst with strong expertise in Oracle Fusion Procurement modules and exposure to Oracle E-Business Suite (EBS) Procurement as a secondary skill. This role will be critical in ensuring smooth procurement operations, system enhancements, and supporting future migration initiatives.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Role: Oracle Fusion Procurement Analyst.
 
 
 
 
 Location: Pan India
 
 
 
 
 
 
 What you&rsquo;ll do:
 
 
 Act as the SME for Oracle Fusion Procurement.
 
 
 Troubleshoot workflow, vendor data, and approval bottleneck issues.
 
 
 Translate business requirements into functional configurations.
 
 
 Support testing and validation of quarterly patches, updates, and enhancements.
 
 
 Collaborate on projects involving EBS to Fusion migration or co-existence.
 
 
 
 
 
 What we&rsquo;re looking for:
 
 
 Strong hands-on expertise in Fusion Procurement (Purchasing, Supplier Portal, Sourcing, Procurement Contracts).
 
 
 Good understanding of EBS Procurement (PO, iProcurement, iSupplier, Sourcing) as secondary skill.
 
 
 Strong problem-solving and configuration skills.
 
 
 Testing experience with quarterly release cycles.
 
 
 Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration.
 
 
 
 
 
 Nice to have: OTBI/BIP, SQL, knowledge of Finance/Supply Chain modules.
 
 
 
 
 
 Apply now to be part of a team driving digital procurement transformation!
 
 
 
 
 
 #OracleFusion #OracleEBS #Procurement #ERPJobs #OracleCloud #Hiring #ProcurementAnalystWe&rsquo;re Hiring: Oracle Fusion Procurement Analyst
 
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Oracle Fusion Procurement Analyst

Urban Company

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 Build India's first great hardware brand.
 
 
 
 Native is the hardware division of Urban Company. Urban Company is the world&rsquo;s largest home services platform, serving India, UAE, and Singapore. We deliver an unparalleled range of services including beauty services &amp; treatments, appliance repairs, massages, home repairs, and cleaning.
 
 
 
 
 
 At Native, we design and build high-performance products for Indian homes from scratch, and in-house by sweating the details in-and-out.
 
 
 
 
 
 In just over a year, we've redefined the RO purifiers:
 
 
 - Filters that last 2 years (a first in India)
 
 
 - Zero service calls for 24 months
 
 
 - Unmatched design, fit, and finish
 
 
 
 
 
 We also re-invented what a truly smart door lock should be like:
 
 
 - Camera that lets you see who's at the door before you open (from anywhere)
 
 
 - Truly remote unlock that works from anywhere
 
 
 - Exceptional, trend-setting design
 
 
 
 
 
 At Urban Company and Native, we understand how to build services and products that people love and feel magical! Native is not just another hardware company. Native is your opportunity to build a new kind of brand for India that's obsessed with customer delight.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 What you'll do
 
 
 
 You'll work closely with the core NPD team and become the face of Native by UC for any new sourcing partnerships related to new product developments as well as current product improvements. You will own the supply chain journey from sourcing and prototyping to vendor development and procurement for production scale-up.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Roles and Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Strategic Sourcing &amp; Supplier Development:
 
 Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers for mechanical, electronic, and plastic components critical to NPD. Lead supplier negotiations to secure the best balance of cost, quality, and delivery timelines.
 
 
 ●
 
 Cost &amp; Timeline Management for New Product Launches:
 
 Own the BoM cost, development costs, and timelines for all new products under development. Collaborate closely with design, engineering, and manufacturing teams to ensure that products are delivered within the agreed cost structure and development timelines, balancing quality, cost-efficiency, and speed to market. ●
 
 Cross-Functional Collaboration:
 
 Work hand-in-hand with design and engineering teams to translate product concepts into manufacturable parts. Collaborate with R&amp;D, quality, and manufacturing teams to ensure seamless integration of sourced components.
 
 
 ●
 
 Tooling &amp; Molding Commercials:
 
 Manage the costs of tooling, molding, and related hardware development processes, ensuring alignment with budget and production timelines while maintaining quality standards.
 
 
 ●
 
 Lifecycle Management:
 
 Drive development of prototypes by working with vendors on tooling, pilot runs, and iterative improvements. Manage the end-to-end supply chain for new products, from component sourcing to final production.
 
 
 ●
 
 Risk Management &amp; Compliance:
 
 Ensure quality compliance through vendor audits, first article inspections, and validation processes. Mitigate risks by developing alternate vendor strategies, ensuring supply continuity for critical components.
 
 
 ●
 
 Forecasting &amp; Planning:
 
 Forecast and plan procurement needs for NPD projects to enable seamless production readiness. Maintain key procurement metrics and build a culture of first-principles cost analysis and long-term vendor partnerships.
 
 
 
 
 
 We
 
 are looking for:
 
 
 
 We&rsquo;re looking for a dynamic and driven Procurement Manager who thrives in a fast-paced, innovative environment and is passionate about building high-performance products. You should be ready to make an impact by managing end-to-end procurement for cutting-edge hardware solutions, while ensuring cost-efficiency, speed, and quality. We need someone who&rsquo;s not just operational, but also strategic &mdash; someone who can contribute to the development of the next generation of game-changing products for Indian homes.
 
 
 ● 2&ndash;4 years of hands-on experience in procurement within hardware-intensive industries such as Electric Vehicles, Consumer Appliances, Wearables, FMCG, Energy, Oil &amp; Gas, etc. Experience in electronics, automotive, or consumer durables is preferred.
 
 
 ● Bachelor's or Master's degree from top-tier institutions like IIT, BITS, NIT, or similar, with a strong technical background in mechanical, electrical, or electronic engineering. MBA is a plus.
 
 
 ● Proven track record in end-to-end product lifecycle management, including sourcing of mechanical parts, electronic components, and plastics for prototyping, manufacturing, and production-scale operations.
 
 
 ● Deep understanding of component sourcing, supply chain optimization, and vendor management, with the ability to negotiate cost-effective deals while ensuring product quality and timely delivery.
 
 
 ● Hands-on experience with vendor evaluation, auditing, and risk management to maintain supply chain continuity and compliance.
 
 
 ● Ability to balance strategic thinking with operational excellence, bringing first-principles cost analysis and problem-solving capabilities to every aspect of sourcing.
 
 
 ● Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials science, and tooling technologies, enabling you to effectively collaborate with design and R&amp;D teams to develop products from concept to scale.
 
 
 ● Ability to thrive in a collaborative, cross-functional environment, leading initiatives that bridge procurement, engineering, design, and operations teams.
 
 
 ● Exceptional negotiation skills and the ability to drive cost reductions without compromising product integrity or timeline.
 
 
 ● Comfort with ambiguity and the ability to quickly pivot in response to changes in supply chain conditions or product requirements.
 
 
 ● Knowledge of Indian taxation, cross-border regulations, and import/export laws is a plus.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Why join us
 
 
 
 Urban Company is a house-hold name when it comes to exceptional quality of services at home. Native products, since we launched in September 2023, are already the top-selling water purifiers on major e-commerce platforms. We take pride in building services and products that are exceptional in quality.
 
 
 You'll be part of a team who care deeply about building great products and services. As a part of being in the culture of building with creativity, collaboration, problem-solving with customer-first approach, you'll do some of the best work of your career!
 
 
 If you ever wondered what it was like to work at the top 3 hardware companies in the world when they were just fifty people, imagine building products for India that sparked a movement. That's the kind of opportunity we're offering you at Native by Urban Company.
 
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Procurement Manager

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