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director strategic sourcing and procurement

Saks Global

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 Job Description
 
 
 
 
 Who We Are:
 
 
 
 Saks Global is the largest multi-brand luxury retailer in the world, comprising Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus, Bergdorf Goodman, Saks OFF 5TH, Last Call and Horchow. Its retail portfolio includes 70 full-line luxury locations, additional off-price locations and five distinct e-commerce experiences. With talented colleagues focused on delivering on our strategic vision,
 
 The Art of You,
 
 Saks Global is redefining luxury shopping by offering each customer a personalized experience that is unmistakably their own
 
 .
 
 By leveraging the most comprehensive luxury customer data platform in North America, cutting-edge technology, and strong partnerships with the world's most esteemed brands, Saks Global is shaping the future of luxury retail.
 
 
 Saks Global Properties &amp; Investments includes Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus flagship properties and represents nearly 13 million square feet of prime U.S. real estate holdings and investments in luxury markets.
 
 
 
 Role Summary
 
 
 
 The Director, Procurement will lead a team that supports global procurement, collaborate with cross-functional
 
 
 organizations to develop and implement effective procurement strategies, and maintain competitive advantage ensuring
 
 
 cost efficiency, supplier performance, and risk mitigation. This role reports to the leader of Finance, based in
 
 
 Bengaluru, India.
 
 
 
 Role Description
 
 
 
 <ul>
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 Leadership: Provide guidance &amp; thought leadership across all aspects of strategic sourcing and procurement. Attract, hire and develop talent to support the goals and mission of the team.
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 Operations Management: Provide strategic oversight and governance for tactical procurement operations on a global scale.
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 <li>
 Strategic Stakeholder Management: Navigate, develop, and embed relationships at multiple levels within supply base and across stakeholder base. Seek to understand and recognize business needs and challenges, building these into strategic plans and initiatives.
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 <li>
 Localized Category &amp; Strategy Leadership: Ensure best-in-class procurement category strategies are developed and implemented. Work in close partnership with global category leaders to develop and oversee an effective strategic sourcing and supplier management program. Work with the supply base on innovative approaches and partnerships.
 </li>
 <li>
 Market Analysis: Stay informed about market trends, industry benchmarks, and the competitive landscape to make informed decisions and maintain a competitive advantage.
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 <li>
 Continuous Improvement: Stay updated on procurement technology trends and support the implementation of procurement tools and systems that streamline processes and improve operations aligned to the strategy and direction of GSP technology and process improvement vision and roadmap.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Key Qualifications
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 12+ years of Strategic Sourcing and Procurement experience, including 6+ years in a leadership capacity
 </li>
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 Broad category experience, including Technology, Marketing and Retail Operations preferred
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 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s/master&rsquo;s degree in finance, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience in Category Management, Contract Management, Supplier Relationship Management and Purchasing
 </li>
 <li>
 Strategic individual with exceptional stakeholder engagement, critical thinking, communication and negotiation skills
 </li>
 <li>
 Demonstrated expertise in managing and nurturing senior leadership relationships, including suppliers, clients and internal teams, to foster collaboration and ensure alignment with business objectives
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong understanding of business operations and financial principles, with the ability to assess market trends, develop budgets, and make data-driven decisions to achieve business objectives
 </li>
 <li>
 Outstanding team building and leadership skills
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Your Life And Career At Saks Global
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Opportunity to work in a dynamic fast paced environment at a company experiencing growth and transformation
 </li>
 <li>
 Exposure to rewarding career advancement opportunities across the largest multi-brand luxury retailer from retail to distribution, to digital or corporate
 </li>
 <li>
 Comprehensive benefits package for all eligible full-time employees (including medical, vision and dental)
 
 
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 </ul>
 Saks.com is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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Director, Strategic Sourcing and Procurement

Amazon

<div>
 
 Description
 
 
 
 Are you a Strategic Sourcing superstar looking to make a big impact?
 
 
 As Amazon rapidly becomes the world's largest consumer of corporate services, our Global Corporate Procurement team is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Specialist to join us in Bengaluru, India.
 
 
 Key job responsibilities
 
 
 Strategic Sourcing Specialists, working under the general direction of more senior team members, manage strategic sourcing engagements as a central team supporting a wide range of Amazon and subsidiary business units. In this pivotal role, you'll design innovative sourcing strategies and lead sourcing engagements across a wide range of business units. Your mission? Improve performance, optimize efficiency, ensure top-notch quality, and enable new initiatives to launch and scale with lightning speed.
 
 
 Demonstrating a passionate commitment to procurement excellence, you will flawlessly handle and execute sourcing initiatives, communicating efficiently and effectively with stakeholders across various business units. Adept at juggling multiple priorities, you will thrive in the fast-paced, dynamic environment, contributing to both short-term tactical and long-term strategic efforts.
 
 
 Does this sound like your next great challenge? If you're passionate about finding the right products, goods and services at the right time from the right suppliers, we want to hear from you.
 
 
 Come join our fast-paced, innovative team and help Amazon make history in Corporate Procurement.
 
 
 Apply today!
 
 
 A day in the life
 
 
 As a Strategic Sourcing Specialist, you will support complex sourcing projects from start to finish. This will involve closely engaging with a diverse array of internal and external stakeholders to identify sourcing strategy - that balances business needs, effort, and efficiencies.
 
 
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 Review spend data and market trends for key indirect spend categories
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 Participate in cross-functional team meetings to align on sourcing priorities and requirements
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 Conduct market research and prepare RFP documents for upcoming sourcing projects
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 Manage the RFP process, evaluate proposals, negotiate commercial deal terms and contracts, and create award recommendations
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 Contribute to the development of category management plans
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 Provide procurement analytics and insights to support data-driven decision making
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 Stay up-to-date on industry trends and best practices in strategic sourcing
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 About The Team
 
 
 
 Key coverage areas: Marketing, Professional Services, Employee Services, Technology, Logistics, Real Estate and Facilities services.
 
 
 
 Basic Qualifications
 
 
 
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 <li>
 3+ years of relevant strategic sourcing experience.
 </li>
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 BS/BA Degree.
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Preferred Qualifications
 
 
 
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 3+ years of in-depth experience in best-in-class procurement practices (category management, benchmarking, should-cost models, RFX, reverse auction, contracting, etc.).
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 MBA/MS degree.
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 Extremely customer-focused and takes the time to understand the needs of the business.
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 Passionate self-starter with the highest integrity and ethics.
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 Good negotiator with proven experience in setting negotiation strategies and conducting negotiations.
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 Working knowledge of the basic types of commercial agreement structures and the function and purpose of key legal terms.
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 Ability to assess risk and concisely explain complex issues to principal business owners.
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 Experience working in a large, global, highly matrixed organization.
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 Good analytical skills including the ability to quickly synthesize, distill and draw conclusions on large amounts of disparate data.
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 Ability to manage multiple simultaneous projects requiring frequent communication, organization, time management, and problem-solving skills.
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 Excellent written and oral communication skills. 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.
 
 
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 </ul>
 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
 
 - ADCI - Karnataka - A66
 
 
 Job ID: A3128653
</div>

Strategic Sourcing Specialist, Global Corporate Procurement

Bayer

<div>
 
 At Bayer we&rsquo;re visionaries, driven to solve the world&rsquo;s toughest challenges and striving for a world where ,Health for all, Hunger for none&rsquo; is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We&rsquo;re doing it with energy, curiosity and sheer dedication, always learning from unique perspectives of those around us, expanding our thinking, growing our capabilities and redefining &lsquo;impossible&rsquo;. There are so many reasons to join us. If you&rsquo;re hungry to build a varied and meaningful career in a community of brilliant and diverse minds to make a real difference, there&rsquo;s only one choice.
 
 
 
 
 Process Lead Sourcing Support
 
 
 
 
 POSITION PURPOSE
 
 
 
 The Process Lead will be responsible for managing and optimizing procurement activities across price updates and sourcing adjacent processes. This role requires advanced stakeholder engagement, negotiation skills, and the ability to leverage digital tools and analytics to drive value. The incumbent will also anticipate market risks, align procurement activities with business strategies, and ensure process efficiency.
 
 
 
 ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
 
 
 
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 Price Update: Lead monitoring and initiation of price updates, ensuring alignment with demand owners and suppliers, oversee calculation index-based adjustments, manage additional approval processes, and ensure complete documentation and compliance.
 </li>
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 Digital &amp; Analytical Capabilities: Utilize procurement platforms, analytics, and data visualization tools to identify trends and drive cost optimization.
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 Strategic &amp; Market Awareness (senior focus): Anticipate supply risks, cost drivers, and opportunities to align activities with category strategies and organizational goals.
 </li>
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 Contract Management: Support activities related to contracts, including amendments, extensions, and terminations, ensuring compliance and efficiency in the contracting process.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 KEY WORK RELATIONS:
 
 
 
 <ul>
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 Procurement internal stakeholders
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 Business Users
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 Vendors
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 S2P Country Partners
 </li>
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 Operations
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 WHO YOU ARE:
 
 
 
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 Educational Background: Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
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 Experience: Minimum 7 years of experience in procurement operations or supply chain management.
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 Technical Skills: Proficiency in procurement systems (e.g., SAP, Ariba, analytical platform) and Microsoft Office Suite.
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 Competencies: Strategic mindset, leadership, resilience, and decision-making abilities.
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 Strategic Sourcing Experience: Demonstrated experience and knowledge in sourcing, including market analysis, and sourcing strategy development.
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 Languages: Proficiency in English is required; other languages are an advantage.
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 Soft Skills: Effective communication and collaboration, problem-solving skills, analytical skills, attention to detail, and time management.
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 Other Skills: Accountability, stakeholder management, and decision-making abilities.
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Dynamic Shared Ownership (DSO) PRINCIPLES:
 
 
 
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 Mission-focus: Aligning team efforts with the mission to create the most value for our customers.
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 Customer and Product Centricity: Placing customers and products at the core, with the support of technical expertise and efficient resource allocation.
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 Empowerment : Granting more decision-making power to the individuals and teams closest to the work.
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 Agility : Adopting faster work cycles and continual improvement through 90-day cycles.
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 Enabling Mindsets and Behaviors : Encouraging mindsets that are focused on delivering value and embracing empowering beliefs about people's capabilities
 
 
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 </ul>
 #JoinBayerProcurement
 
 
 
 Ever feel burnt out by bureaucracy? Us too. That&rsquo;s why we&rsquo;re changing the way we work&mdash; for higher productivity, faster innovation, and better results. We call it Dynamic Shared Ownership (DSO). Learn more about what DSO will mean for you in your new role here https://www.bayer.com/en/strategy/strategy
 
 
 
 
 Bayer does not charge any fees whatsoever for recruitment process. Please do not entertain such demand for payment by any individuals / entities in connection with recruitment with any Bayer Group entity(ies) worldwide under any pretext.
 
 
 
 
 Please don&rsquo;t rely upon any unsolicited email from email addresses not ending with domain name &ldquo;bayer.com&rdquo; or job advertisements referring you to an email address that does not end with &ldquo;bayer.com&rdquo;.
 
 
 
 
 YOUR APPLICATION
 
 
 
 Bayer is an equal opportunity employer that strongly values fairness and respect at work. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of race, religion, gender, age, physical characteristics, disability, sexual orientation etc. We are committed to treating all applicants fairly and avoiding discrimination.
 
 
 
 Location:
 
 India : Karnataka : Bangalore
 
 
 
 Division:
 
 Enabling Functions
 
 
 
 Reference Code:
 
 858611
 
 
 
 Contact Us
 
 
 
 <ul>
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 022-25311234
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 </ul>
</div>

Process Lead Sourcing Support

SBM Offshore

<div>
 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
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 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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 </ul>
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
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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.
 </li>
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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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 </ul>
 
 Education
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
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 Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, engineering, business administration, or a related field
 
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Experience
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
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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.
 </li>
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 &Acirc;&middot; Excellent organizational and analytical abilities.
 </li>
 <li>
 &Acirc;&middot; Knowledge of industry regulations and compliance requirements.
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 <li>
 &Acirc;&middot; Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
 
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 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.
</div>

Buyer

Siemens

<div>
 
 Hello Visionary!
 
 
 
 We empower our people to stay resilient and relevant in a constantly changing world. We&rsquo;re looking for people who are always searching for creative ways to grow and learn. People who want to make a real impact, now and in the future. Does that sound like you? Then it seems like you&rsquo;d make an outstanding addition to our vibrant team. Siemens Mobility is an independent run company of Siemens AG. Its core business includes rail vehicles, rail automation and electrification solutions, turnkey systems, intelligent road traffic technology and related services. In Mobility, we help our customers meet the need for hard-working mobility solutions. We&rsquo;re making the lives of people who travel easier and more enjoyable while constantly developing new, intelligent mobility solutions!
 
 
 
 We are looking for
 
 
 Team Lead for Interior Components Strategic Sourcing
 
 
 
 
 You&rsquo;ll make a difference by
 
 
 
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 <li>
 Being a team leader for Interior components strategic sourcing, and prior experience as a team lead is a must.
 </li>
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 Create a strategy for India to Global and local to local.
 </li>
 <li>
 In your new role as liaison between Rolling Stock Procurement HQ in Germany and the regional procurement team based out of Bangalore in India, you implement global procurement strategies and bring local suppliers on stage
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 You are looking for suitable local vendors for the responsible material area in order to support localization in India
 </li>
 <li>
 You evaluate and develop suppliers in sense of &lsquo;local for global&rsquo;, in part together with partner functions such as development, production or quality management
 </li>
 <li>
 You analyze Interior-material demands (direct production material), place inquiries at local suppliers, conduct price comparisons and prepare sourcing decisions with the persons in charge at HQ
 </li>
 <li>
 You actively support productivity and cost-optimization measures in internal working groups and align possible measures with your suppliers
 </li>
 <li>
 You are using e-Sourcing methods to make awards transparent under high competition conditions
 </li>
 <li>
 You will support the local logistic department as first escalation level if local suppliers fail
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Desired Skills:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 We look forward to meeting you if you hold a technical/ economical university degree (or) if you bring several years of professional experience in strategic procurement
 </li>
 <li>
 You are familiar with industrial components made of FRP, Thermoplastic, Aluminum components, Handrails, sandwich panels and you are familiar with technical drawings and manufacturing methods
 </li>
 <li>
 In addition, you have experience in negotiating purchasing conditions and can execute them in a collaborative and distributive manner
 </li>
 <li>
 To find your way in your new international environment you bring in business-fluent English language skills, German would be also a benefit
 </li>
 <li>
 Personally, you convince us with a creative and open-minded way of approaching tasks and you are looking forward to being the interface for many different counterparts and involving them in your decision-making process if necessary
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Join us and be yourself!
 
 
 
 We value your unique identity and perspective and are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society. Come bring your authentic self and create a better tomorrow with us.
 
 
 
 Make your mark in our exciting world at Siemens.
 
 
 
 This role is based in Bangalore. You might be required to visit other locations within India and outside. In return, you'll get the chance to work with teams impacting - and the shape of things to come. We're Siemens. A collection of over 379,000 minds building the future, one day at a time in over 200 countries. We're dedicated to equality, and we encourage applications that reflect the diversity of the communities we work in. All employment decisions at Siemens are based on qualifications, merit and business need. Bring your curiosity and creativity and help us shape tomorrow.
 
 
 Find out more about mobility at: https://new.siemens.com/global/en/products/mobility.html and about Siemens careers at: www.siemens.com/careers
</div>

Team lead for Interior components strategic sourcing

PwC Acceleration Center India

<div>
 At PwC, our people in procurement focus on purchasing processes and managing supplier relationships to drive cost savings and operational efficiency. These individuals enable the organisation to obtain quality goods and services at the best possible price. Those in goods, products and services procurement at PwC will focus on executing, managing and optimising purchase processes and some supplier relationship management. You will be responsible for assisting the organisation in obtaining quality goods at the appropriate price, driving cost savings and operational efficiency.
 
 
 Focused on relationships, you are building meaningful client connections, and learning how to manage and inspire others. Navigating increasingly complex situations, you are growing your personal brand, deepening technical expertise and awareness of your strengths. You are expected to anticipate the needs of your teams and clients, and to deliver quality. Embracing increased ambiguity, you are comfortable when the path forward isn&rsquo;t clear, you ask questions, and you use these moments as opportunities to grow.
 
 
 
 Skills
 
 
 
 Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Respond effectively to the diverse perspectives, needs, and feelings of others.
 </li>
 <li>
 Use a broad range of tools, methodologies and techniques to generate new ideas and solve problems.
 </li>
 <li>
 Use critical thinking to break down complex concepts.
 </li>
 <li>
 Understand the broader objectives of your project or role and how your work fits into the overall strategy.
 </li>
 <li>
 Develop a deeper understanding of the business context and how it is changing.
 </li>
 <li>
 Use reflection to develop self awareness, enhance strengths and address development areas.
 </li>
 <li>
 Interpret data to inform insights and recommendations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Uphold and reinforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 The Opportunity
 
 
 When you join PwC Acceleration Centers (ACs), you step into a pivotal role focused on actively supporting various Acceleration Center services, from Advisory to Assurance, Tax and Business Services. In our innovative hubs, you&rsquo;ll engage in challenging projects and provide distinctive services to support client engagements through enhanced quality and innovation. You&rsquo;ll also participate in dynamic and digitally enabled training that is designed to grow your technical and professional skills.
 
 
 As part of the Procurement team you facilitate procurement contracts and supplier interactions for the Bangalore Acceleration Centre. As a Senior Associate you build relationships, manage supplier performance, and conduct quantitative and qualitative analyzes to deliver business results. You oversee timely closure of procurement requests and fulfill process requirements.
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Facilitate procurement contracts and manage supplier interactions
 </li>
 <li>
 Build and maintain supplier relationships
 </li>
 <li>
 Monitor and evaluate supplier performance
 </li>
 <li>
 Conduct quantitative and qualitative analyzes for business impact
 </li>
 <li>
 Process procurement requests in a timely manner
 </li>
 <li>
 Fulfill process and compliance requirements
 </li>
 <li>
 Collaborate with stakeholders to refine procurement strategies
 </li>
 <li>
 Support the development of procurement policies and procedures
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 What You Must Have
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor's Degree
 </li>
 <li>
 5 years of experience
 </li>
 <li>
 Oral and written proficiency in English required
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 What Sets You Apart
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Experience in Sourcing and Procurement Services
 </li>
 <li>
 Proficiency in Contract and Supplier Management
 </li>
 <li>
 Skill with Procure-to-Pay platforms like Coupa
 </li>
 <li>
 Thorough understanding of procurement operations
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience in Strategic Sourcing initiatives
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to build collaborative relationships
 </li>
 <li>
 Communication skills
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience with MS Excel and MS Access
 </li>
 <li>
 Past sourcing and procurement experience preferred
 </li>
 </ul>
</div>

Procurement-Senior Associate

Visa

<div>
 
 Visa is a world leader in payments and technology, with over 259 billion payments transactions flowing safely between consumers, merchants, financial institutions, and government entities in more than 200 countries and territories each year. Our mission is to connect the world through the most innovative, convenient, reliable, and secure payments network, enabling individuals, businesses, and economies to thrive while driven by a common purpose &ndash; to uplift everyone, everywhere by being the best way to pay and be paid.
 
 
 
 
 Make an impact with a purpose-driven industry leader. Join us today and experience Life at Visa.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Job Description
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 1. Contract Management
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Partner with Global CoE to ensure AP-friendly contract templates are available and up to date.
 </li>
 <li>
 Collaborate on contract usage guides and monitor template, version changes.
 </li>
 <li>
 Coordinate with regional leads to ensure timely publication of contracts, adhering to standard naming conventions.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 2. PAS Reporting Framework
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Work with AP Sourcing Partners to ensure compliance with project/contract naming conventions and language accuracy.
 </li>
 <li>
 Review PAS audit results and collaborate on remediation plans.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 3. Data Analytics and Reporting
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Develop and maintain AP reporting dashboards and scorecards.
 </li>
 <li>
 Extract and analyze data from multiple sources to support metrics and KPIs (e.g., sourcing project creation, PWR fulfillment).
 </li>
 <li>
 Drive continuous improvement in reporting processes.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 4. Systems Management
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Support Ariba systems integration, UAT, and new functionality rollouts.
 </li>
 <li>
 Assist with onboarding, system access, and troubleshooting for new hires.
 </li>
 <li>
 Integrate sourcing, procurement tools and processes (e.g., ZIP, SLP).
 </li>
 <li>
 Maintain Ariba buying channels and catalogs.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 5. Ariba RFX
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Conduct RFx events via Ariba, providing administrative and checklist support.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 6. Supplier Management, Tiering, Quarterly Reviews
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Partner with Category Leads to update Preferred Supplier Listings (PSL) and maintain SWOQL listings.
 </li>
 <li>
 Monitor supplier performance and manage watch lists for key strategic suppliers.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 7. Supplier Diversity and Responsible Sourcing
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Support initiatives to drive spend toward diverse suppliers.
 </li>
 <li>
 Identify regional opportunities and set diversity criteria and goals.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 8. Communications, Training, and Knowledge Management
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Deliver sourcing training and guidance to partners.
 </li>
 <li>
 Establish and refresh quarterly Source-to-Pay training calendars and materials.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 9. TLMP Regular Interlock
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Organize regular meetings with TLMP for VSM reviews and updates.
 </li>
 <li>
 Conduct refresher training and quarterly risk bypass accuracy reviews.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 10. CCM, Audit Central Coordination
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Serve as focal point for audit documentation and response consolidation.
 </li>
 <li>
 Review ATF, Exception logs and provide guidance to sourcing partners.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 11. Operational Touchpoint with Controllership, Ops Support
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Support sourcing partners in resolving operational issues with Controllership, Ops Support.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 12. Mergers and Acquisition
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Support integration of newly acquired entities, including supplier data analysis and S2P training.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 13. Other Ad-hoc Projects
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Support VPS projects and client collaboration on supplier adoption of payment solutions.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 14. Ariba Approvals
 
 
 
 <ul>
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 Approve Purchasing User access for ASPAC.
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 15. Wet Ink Contract Management
 
 
 
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 File and manage wet ink contracts.
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 This is a hybrid position. Expectation of days in the office will be confirmed by your Hiring Manager.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 
 
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field.
 
 
 3+ years&rsquo; experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain operations.
 
 
 Strong analytical and reporting skills, proficiency in Excel and data visualization tools.
 
 
 Experience with Ariba or similar procurement systems preferred.
 
 
 Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
 
 
 Detail-oriented, organized, and proactive in problem-solving.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Additional Information
 
 
 
 
 Visa is an EEO Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Visa will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with EEOC guidelines and applicable local law.
 
 
 
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