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Reliance Retail

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 Company Overview
 
 
 
 Reliance Retail is India's largest and fastest growing retailer, offering a diversified omni-channel experience through integrated stores and digital platforms. Serving over 193 million customers across the country, Reliance Retail delivers superior value, high-quality products, and an exceptional shopping experience, underpinned by a robust supply chain and technology infrastructure.
 
 
 
 Job Overview
 
 
 
 The Buyer will be responsible for product selection, vendor negotiations, and category management in Bengaluru for Reliance Retail. This full-time, mid-level position requires 4 to 6 years of relevant buying experience, primarily supporting the fashion and lifestyle category. The ideal candidate will be skilled in building vendor relationships, category planning, and inventory management to drive business growth and maintain a competitive edge.
 
 
 
 Qualifications And Skills
 
 
 
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 Minimum 4 to 6 years of experience in Lingerie buying or merchandising roles within the retail industry, with a focus on fashion and lifestyle products.
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 Strong expertise in category planning (Mandatory skill), capable of devising product mix strategies to maximize store profitability and meet customer demand.
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 Proven experience in vendor management (Mandatory skill), including evaluating, negotiating, and securing preferred supplier agreements to ensure best-in-class product sourcing.
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 Demonstrated ability in fashion buying, encompassing trend identification, assortment planning, and supporting seasonal selections in a dynamic retail environment.
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 Hands-on skills in inventory management, adept at monitoring stock levels, executing replenishment plans, and minimizing overstock or shortages.
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 Proficiency in sales tracking to evaluate product performance, supporting data-driven decisions for optimizing assortment and sales growth.
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 Strong expertise in market and trend analysis to identify emerging opportunities and make timely merchandising recommendations to maintain a competitive edge.
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 Effective negotiation skills, including contract terms, pricing, and delivery schedules, to maximize cost savings and value for Reliance Retail.
 
 
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 Roles And Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Develop and execute category plans aligned with Reliance Retail's goals, ensuring optimal product assortment and positioning for the assigned category.
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 Source, evaluate, and onboard new vendors while maintaining productive long-term vendor partnerships to meet quality and cost parameters.
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 Analyze sales performance and inventory levels to adjust buying strategies, address slow-moving items, and capitalize on best-sellers for improved profitability.
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 Conduct regular market and competitor analysis to identify trends, assess product demand, and seize growth opportunities in fashion and lifestyle segments.
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 Negotiate terms and agreements with vendors, securing the best prices, discounts, and delivery conditions to ensure sustained supply and cost efficiency.
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 Collaborate with marketing, operations, and visual merchandising teams to launch new collections, promotions, and support in-store execution.
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 Monitor supplier performance, address quality or delivery issues promptly, and ensure strict adherence to Reliance Retail's procurement policies and standards.
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 Prepare periodic reports and present insights on buying performance, stock status, and future category expansion plans to senior management.
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Buyer

SBM Offshore

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 Imagine your career taking you to the depths of innovation and the heights of impact. Our people enable continuous progress. Their commitment, collective expertise, and unique capabilities are the engine room behind SBM Offshore&rsquo;s True. Blue. Transition. - shaping the future of energy, and beyond.
 
 
 
 About Us:
 
 
 
 SBM Offshore is the world&rsquo;s deepwater ocean-infrastructure expert. Our work is already resulting in cleaner, more efficient energy production. True. Blue. Transition. is our promise to enable that into the future while at the same time using our expertise to support new and existing markets in the blue economy. It starts with Advancing our Core: continuing to advance the decarbonization of traditional energy production. While Pioneering More: helping to enable the energy transition and using our unique capabilities in ocean infrastructure to support more industries to grow sustainably. Sharing our experience for a better blue tomorrow.
 
 
 
 Purpose
 
 
 
 
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 As Buyer, you are responsible for procuring materials, equipment, and services required for project or operations execution. This role involves negotiating contracts and commercial terms, and ensuring timely delivery to support project and operations timelines and budgets.
 
 
 
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 Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
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 Procurement Planning: You develop and implement procurement plans based on project requirements, timelines, and budgets.
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 Supplier Sourcing: You follow strategic sourcing category manager framing and evaluate suppliers, ensuring they meet quality, cost, and delivery requirements.
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 Contract Negotiation: You negotiate terms and conditions with suppliers to secure favorable agreements while mitigating risks. You align with the Category Management team as needed.
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 Purchase Orders: You issue and manage purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and compliance with project specifications and company policies.
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 Cost Control: You ensure procurement activities align with budget constraints and identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality.
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 Compliance: You ensure all procurement activities comply with industry regulations, company policies, and safety standards.
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 Reporting: You provide regular updates to project managers and stakeholders on procurement status, potential risks, and mitigation strategies
 
 
 
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 Education
 
 
 
 
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 Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, engineering, business administration, or a related field
 
 
 
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 Experience
 
 
 
 
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 &Acirc;&middot; Proven experience in procurement within the oil and gas industry.
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 &Acirc;&middot; Strong negotiation and communication skills.
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 &Acirc;&middot; Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite.
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 &Acirc;&middot; Excellent organizational and analytical abilities.
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 &Acirc;&middot; Knowledge of industry regulations and compliance requirements.
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 &Acirc;&middot; Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
 
 
 
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 Functional Competencies
 
 
 
 Commercial
 
 
 Analytics and reporting
 
 
 Regulatory Management
 
 
 Project Procurement Strategy and Management
 
 
 SBM Product Knowledge
 
 
 Purchasing Tools and Processes
 
 
 Strategic Sourcing and Vendor Management
 
 
 Contract Management
 
 
 Negotiation
 
 
 Product Costing
 
 
 
 GENERAL INFORMATION
 
 
 
 SBM Offshore N.V. is a listed holding company that is headquartered in Amsterdam. It holds direct and indirect interests in other companies that collectively with SBM Offshore N.V. form the SBM Offshore Group (&ldquo;the Company&rdquo;). For further information, please visit our website at www.sbmoffshore.com. The companies in which SBM Offshore N.V., directly and indirectly, owns investments are separate entities.
 
 
 SBM Offshore is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. SBM Offshore does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
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Thales

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 Location: Bangalore, India
 
 
 In fast changing markets, customers worldwide rely on Thales. Thales is a business where brilliant people from all over the world come together to share ideas and inspire each other. In aerospace, transportation, defence, security and space, our architects design innovative solutions that make our tomorrow's possible.
 
 
 Present in India since 1953, Thales is headquartered in Noida, Uttar Pradesh, and has operational offices and sites spread across Bengaluru, Delhi, Gurugram, Hyderabad, Mumbai, Pune among others. Over 1800 employees are working with Thales and its joint ventures in India. Since the beginning, Thales has been playing an essential role in India&rsquo;s growth story by sharing its technologies and expertise in Defence, Transport, Aerospace and Digital Identity and Security markets.
 
 
 Reporting to the relevant Global Category Manager and / or Category(ies) Team leader (CTL) depending of geographic location.
 
 
 Key Figures :
 
 
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 Annual volume of commitment and spend within relevant category (ies) and % of Savings
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 Number of suppliers for the given category and the structured closure of legacy, close and disengage suppliers as defined by the category strategies
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 Year on year competitiveness and cost reductions
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 Category operational performance (quality, on-time delivery, supply risk assessment, ..)
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 % Category compliance with policy suppliers based on both commitment and spend
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 Involve in the creation of specific contract(s) where there is a business need
 
 
 
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 The Category Buyer (CB) supports one or several procurement categories.
 
 
 The CB works in close relation with the relevant Global Category Managers (GCM), the Categories Team leader (CTL), the Category Manager(CM) and the Tactical Buyer (TB).
 
 
 All actions have to be in line with the strategy defined by the Global Category Manager and the CM. The CB's prime role is the management of the RFI or/and RFP's until PVet 4 stage (up to PVet 5 based on some Regions) in order to provide the competiveness to the business.
 
 
 In addition to this their main tasks are:
 
 
 Operational Support :
 
 
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 Ensure the BA's receive all required information to raise the Procurement Orders.
 
 
 
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 Procurement Competitiveness Capture:
 
 
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 Monitor the markets for defined categories including key players, newcomers, economic evolutions, market or regulation constraints, innovations and technology in order to support the development of the most up to date category strategies to the businesses.
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 Based on the above provide insights as to how products / projects could be more competitive via the adoption of different suppliers / methodologies / technology etc.
 
 
 
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 Governance, Leadership and Performance Management:
 
 
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 Ensure appropriate governance is applied using KPI's and root cause corrective actions
 
 
 
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 Supplier / Acquisition Management:
 
 
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 Performance management of the supply base in line with the standards set out by the Global Category Manager .
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 Ensure that supplier competitions follow the governance process and are balanced and fair in order to improve business and customer performance.
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 Ensure that global contracts / framework agreements are adopted and utilised.
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 Ensure that Thales e-Acquisition and all THALES procurement tools are fully used.
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 Based on the performance management of the supply base identify the suppliers who require focused development actions and ensure that the Supplier Development Team have the required support / leverage in order for these actions to be successful.
 
 
 
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 At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working. Great journeys start here, apply now!
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Category Buyer

Home Centre India

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 Role Summary
 
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 Drive and manage sales of assigned categories to achieve top line and bottom-line. Provide right product mix to ensure Home Centre achieves its desired market positioning
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 Develop strategic buying plans for the assigned department/category
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 Ensure smooth buying operations through vendor identification, evaluation and selection, in compliance with the contract principles to achieve the strategic and financial objectives of the concept
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 Responsibilities
 
 
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 Buying Budget and Planning
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 Category Merchandise Planning
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 Category Design and Quality
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 Vendor Management
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 Order Management
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 Vendor and Product Research
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 People / Team Management
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 Buying Budget and Planning
 
 
 
 &bull; Determine buying requirements and formulate buying plan and budget for the assigned department/category
 
 
 &bull; Align the buying plan to the overall department/category business plan and the merchandize strategy as laid down by the department/category manager
 
 
 &bull; Help meet the profit targets by ensuring timely procurement of the department/category Merchandise
 
 
 &bull; Pursue cost reduction measures through centralized bulk buying and/ or selecting appropriate vendor mix, scanning the environment for benchmarks and constantly improving the purchase process
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Category Merchandise Planning
 
 
 
 &bull; Drive customer focused merchandise plans (pricing, promotion, assortment etc.) for the department to achieve sales and market share growth, and freeze associated plan with Merchandise Planning department
 
 
 &bull; Study trends from historical data around product category sales and market research to assist in the overall planning process
 
 
 &bull; Ensure adherence to financial plan in all key areas - sales, markdowns, margin &amp; average inventory
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Category Design and Quality
 
 
 
 &bull; Ensure optimum utilization of customer and market research information to guide department decisions on the introduction of new products, product assortment, shelf layout, promotion and pricing of products in the store
 
 
 &bull; Work with Quality to ensure that the merchandise procured and received meets the quality standards set by Home Centre
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Vendor Management
 
 
 
 &bull; Develop an adequate vendor base for the concept through active scouting and negotiation / renegotiation
 
 
 &bull; Build and maintain relationships with vendors and suppliers and negotiate the best deals with them for procuring merchandise
 
 
 &bull; Maintain contact with vendors; update list of vendors for bidding purposes; attend product demonstrations, obtain samples and literature regarding potential products and vendor capabilities and confer with end users
 
 
 &bull; Identify, evaluate and select appropriate vendor mix to achieve business objectives
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Order management
 
 
 
 &bull; Place orders based on the buying plan and ensure merchandise is delivered as per the plan based on the agreed service level agreement
 
 
 &bull; Implement financial and credit services agreement with the vendor that maximize profit and positively contribute to cash flow
 
 
 &bull; Track the merchandise transportation from supplier to landmark distribution center and ensure smooth flow of goods
 
 
 &bull; Follow the reverse logistics guidelines to send the faulty / damaged goods back to the vendor
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Vendor and Product Research
 
 
 
 &bull; Identify and leverage alternate buying opportunities to source products and to ensure that company maintains its competitive edge by constant renegotiation &bull; Ensure effective communication, collation and follow-up on various product requirements and findings obtained from the sales/store data
 
 
 &bull; Keep abreast of the latest trends in buying and discuss the same with the department/category Manager from time to time to assess realignment of existing processes
 
 
 &bull; Map competition prices / products and provide qualitative inputs to the business
 
 
 &bull; Gather information from Industry trade groups or through trade shows/market visits
 
 
 
 
 
 
 People / Team Management
 
 
 
 &bull; Assign responsibilities and set expectations
 
 
 &bull; Give regular feedback to team
 
 
 &bull; Provide support and guide the team to deliver on the job
 
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Quess IT Staffing

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 🚀 We Are Hiring:
 
 Senior Buyer &ndash; Procurement (P2P | Tactical Sourcing | Contract Administration)
 
 
 
 Payroll -
 
 Quess | C2H position
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 Bangalore | Hybrid (3 Days WFO, 2 Days WFH)
 
 
 
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 Rotational Shifts:
 
 1:30 PM&ndash;10:30 PM IST / 5:30 PM&ndash;2:30 AM IST
 
 
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 Contract Duration:
 
 1 Year
 
 
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 Notice Period:
 
 Immediate Joiners Only
 
 
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 Interview Mode:
 
 MS Teams (2 Rounds)
 
 
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 Only Local Bangalore candidates |
 
 
 
 
 
 
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 About the Role
 
 
 
 We are looking for an experienced
 
 Senior Buyer
 
 to support global procurement operations, manage end-to-end P2P processes, contract administration, and tactical sourcing activities. This role supports high-volume periods during month-end, quarter-end, and Q4.
 
 
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 Key Responsibilities
 
 
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 Handle end-to-end Procurement Operations (Purchase to Pay cycle)
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 Manage Purchase Orders, Contracts, Vendor setup, and payment processes
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 Run complete
 
 RFx (RFI/RFQ/RFP/RFT)
 
 cycles &amp; support
 
 eAuctions
 
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 Work closely with Legal, Finance, IT &amp; Global Procurement teams
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 Negotiate contracts, amendments, and manage scope changes
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 Support Category Strategy &amp; Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) models
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 Manage vendor relationships &amp; performance measurement
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 Perform spend analysis, reporting, data analysis &amp; compliance checks
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 Must-Have Skills (7+ Years Experience)
 
 
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 Procure-to-Pay (P2P)
 
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 Contract Administration
 
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 RFx Management
 
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 Tactical Sourcing
 
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 Blocked Invoice Resolution
 
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 ERP Tools:
 
 Oracle PeopleSoft &amp; Coupa (P2P modules)
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 Strong data analysis, reporting &amp; documentation skills
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 Excellent written &amp; verbal communication
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 Hands-on Coupa experience
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 RFx execution via Coupa
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 Tactical buying expertise
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 Knowledge of import duties, customs &amp; tax structures
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Senior Procurement Specialist

Regeneron

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 Regeneron is founded on the belief that the right idea, combined with the right team, can lead to significant transformations. Our growing global network is dedicated to inventing, developing, and commercializing medicines that change lives for those with serious diseases. In doing so, we are pioneering innovative approaches to science, manufacturing, and commercialization, as well as redefining our understanding of health.
 
 
 The Senior Manager &ndash; Buyer, Global Procurement Capability Center, based in Bengaluru, will be instrumental in establishing and leading a new team within the recently formed Capability Center. This role will oversee the procurement workflow process for goods, supplies, and services requisitions within assigned business units or spending categories. The position will ensure consistency, scalability, and efficiency in procurement processes while fostering capability development across Global Procurement. Additionally, the role will collaborate with global colleagues to implement innovative and standardized ways of working.
 
 
 
 A Typical Day Might Include The Following
 
 
 
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 Manage a team of Buyers within the Global Procurement Operations team to support Global Procurement and business stakeholders.
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 Develop standard methodologies and processes for purchase requisition (PR) and purchase order (PO) workflows.
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 Leverage knowledge of efficient global procurement organizations to enhance Regeneron&rsquo;s procurement processes in alignment with corporate priorities.
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 Ensure all purchase requisitions (PRs) meet objectives and include vital documentation, such as Comp Driven Exceptions (CBEs), quotes, Approved Supplier List (ASL) waivers, and New Supplier Request Forms.
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 Supervise adherence to contract policies, ensuring POs reference existing contracts, MSAs, or SOWs, and escalate to the Sourcing team for missing or expired contracts.
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 Provide backup support for team members' PO activities when vital.
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 Be responsible for the creation of accurate PO line-item structures, supplier details, currency, remittance information, and tax exemption/delivery instructions.
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 Resolve pricing discrepancies with Accounts Payable to ensure timely closure of on-hold invoices, involving Sourcing teams for contract-related issues as needed.
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 Handle the blanket purchase order creation process annually, analyzing year-end spend and coordinating with stakeholders and sourcing teams for new orders.
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 Advise and educate requestors on compliant catalog usage and P-card applications for approved PRs.
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 Approve monthly P-card expenses in Concur.
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 Review new supplier requests and collaborate with Sourcing Specialists or Managers to use existing suppliers when applicable.
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 Set global group goals and objectives for the team, prioritize workloads, and allocate resources successfully.
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 Provide mentorship, performance feedback, and career development guidance to direct reports.
 
 
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 This Job Might Be For You If You
 
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in a relevant field with at least 8 years of dynamic experience in procurement.
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 Shown success in leading teams and processes across diverse categories.
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 Strong relationship-building skills to influence stakeholders and get results.
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 Expertise in demonstrating technology and system configurations to optimize procurement processes.
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 Ability to work with integrity and transparency in a multifaceted, ambiguous environment.
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 Experience in handling associate-level professionals, including performance reviews and career development.
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 Proficiency with procurement tools, ERP systems (e.g., Oracle, Zycus), and eRFx platforms.
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 Strong skills in standard business applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
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 Completion of all required training and certifications per SOPs.
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 Familiarity with the requisition-to-invoice process, including audit requests, compliance reviews, and process improvements.
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 Commitment to continuous improvement by giving ideas annually.
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 Strong communication and partner education skills regarding sourcing processes.
 
 
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 Connect with us, so we can learn more about you, and you can learn more about our medicines. And join us in crafting the future of healthcare.
 
 
 Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief (or lack thereof), sex, nationality, national or ethnic origin, civil status, age, citizenship status, membership of the Traveler community, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, familial status, marital or registered civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, gender identity, gender reassignment, military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process. Please contact us to discuss any accommodations you think you may need.
 
 
 Does this sound like you? Apply now to take your first step towards living the Regeneron Way! We have an inclusive culture that provides comprehensive benefits, which vary by location. In the U.S., benefits may include health and wellness programs (including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance), fitness centers, 401(k) company match, family support benefits, equity awards, annual bonuses, paid time off, and paid leaves (e.g., military and parental leave) for eligible employees at all levels! For additional information about Regeneron benefits in the US, please visit https://careers.regeneron.com/en/working-at-regeneron/total-rewards/. For other countries&rsquo; specific benefits, please speak to your recruiter.
 
 
 Please be advised that at Regeneron, we believe we are most successful and work best when we are together. For that reason, many of Regeneron&rsquo;s roles are required to be performed on-site. Please speak with your recruiter and hiring manager for more information about Regeneron&rsquo;s on-site policy and expectations for your role and your location.
 
 
 Regeneron is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief (or lack thereof), sex, nationality, national or ethnic origin, civil status, age, citizenship status, membership of the Traveler community, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, familial status, marital or registered civil partnership status, pregnancy or parental status, gender identity, gender reassignment, military or veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. The Company will also provide reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities or chronic illnesses of an otherwise qualified applicant for employment, unless the accommodation would impose undue hardship on the operation of the Company's business.
 
 
 For roles in which the hired candidate will be working in the U.S., the salary ranges provided are shown in accordance with U.S. law and apply to U.S.-based positions. For roles which will be based in Japan and/or Canada, the salary ranges are shown in accordance with the applicable local law and currency. If you are outside the U.S, Japan or Canada, please speak with your recruiter about salaries and benefits in your location.
 
 
 Please note that certain background checks will form part of the recruitment process. Background checks will be conducted in accordance with the law of the country where the position is based, including the type of background checks conducted. The purpose of carrying out such checks is for Regeneron to verify certain information regarding a candidate prior to the commencement of employment such as identity, right to work, educational qualifications etc.
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Senior Manager Buying

Cargill

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 Job Purpose and Impact
 
 
 The Senior Sourcing Specialist will be aligned to Cargill&rsquo;s Animal Nutrition and Health business in India, support and execute new sourcing strategies to support businesses and functions. This position is pivotal in planning, sourcing and managing micro ingredients procurement and coordination across multiple functions and geographies.
 
 
 In this role, you will be responsible for supplier evaluations, contract negotiations, managing procurement processes, and ensuring efficient and ethical sourcing of raw materials. Day-to day tasks will include analysing market trends, developing purchase strategies, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. Build and foster relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
 
 
 Key Accountabilities
 
 
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 Micro ingredients Sourcing and planning for Poultry &amp; Dairy Nutrition/Feed: Involves external stakeholder management and compliance with sourcing, vendor development protocols and supporting vendor audits.
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 Managing 100+ Specialty Ingredients: Sourcing and evaluate potential suppliers and vendors to meet the demand, strong skills for vendor development and sourcing on Amino acids, Minerals, Chemicals, Excipients, Herbal extracts, etc.
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 This role demands deep understanding of micro ingredients, import processes and logistics.
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 Identify Cost Saving Strategies through negotiation and implementation.
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 Coordination with Internal stakeholders - Finance, Quality, Formulations, Marketing, Plant and Commercial Teams and externally with suppliers and customers.
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 Help identify business needs, gather requirements and define scope and objectives to make business decisions.
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 Any other duties assigned.
 
 
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 Qualifications
 
 
 
 
 Minimum Qualifications
 
 
 
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 Bachelor's degree in any discipline.
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 At least 7-8 years of work experience post qualification in sourcing and procurement of raw materials.
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 Proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI, Outlook etc.
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 Strong negotiation skills.
 
 
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 Preferred Qualifications
 
 
 
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 Full time Masters in Business Administration.
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 At least 10 years of experience in sourcing of micro ingredients for the Poultry &amp; Dairy Nutrition /Feed category.
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 Excellent experience in developing, leading and executing purchasing strategies; tracking and reporting key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness.
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 Strong relationship management skills with the capability to relate to people at any level of business and management.
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 Excellent analytical and negotiation skills.
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 Strong experience in forecasting price and market trends to identify changes of balance in buyer-supplier power; conducting cost and scenario analysis, and benchmarking.
 
 
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 Disclaimer
 
 
 Protect yourself against recruitment fraud. Cargill will not ask for money, processing fees, or bank information as a pre-condition of employment. We are aware that unauthorized individuals may have posed as Cargill recruiters, made contact about job opportunities, and extended job offers via text message, instant message or chat rooms. To ensure a job posting is legitimate, it must be listed on the Cargill.com/Careers website. Learn how to protect yourself from recruitment fraud
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