strategic sourcing specialist

Amazon

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 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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 About The Team
 
 
 
 Key coverage areas: Marketing, Professional Services, Employee Services, Technology, Logistics, Real Estate and Facilities services.
 
 
 
 Basic Qualifications
 
 
 
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 3+ years of relevant strategic sourcing experience.
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 BS/BA Degree.
 
 
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 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.
 
 
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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
 
 - ADCI - Karnataka - A66
 
 
 Job ID: A2991225
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Strategic Sourcing Specialist, Global Corporate Procurement

Geisinger

<div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Job Summary</h3>
Works alongside the rest of the Pharmacy Procurement Team to maintain vendor relationships and serves as the primary resource for item maintenance and cost/pricing discrepancies. 
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Job Duties</h3><ul><li>
Maintains the relationship between pharmacy and our pharmacy wholesaler with regards to contracting and price evaluation and verification.
</li><li>Responsible for creation of new Pharmacy Vendor Accounts which includes coordinating setup of WAC, 340B and GPO accounts as appropriate with both the external Vendor and applicable internal teams.</li><li>
Responsible for all aspects of new Vendor build within the Accounts Payable system including completion of any Vendor application forms, obtaining a recent W9 from the Vendor, obtaining a completed Internal Vendor Build form from the Vendor and any additional Vendor outreach or communication as needed.</li><li>
Serves as the primary resource for completion of any pharmacy inventory platform item maintenance related to any formulary changes.</li><li>
Serves as the primary resource for pharmacy inventory platform maintenance. This includes updating inventory platform contracts and utilizing the pharmacy aggregate function to monitor and update preferred NDC's across inventory locations.
</li><li>Directly responsible for review of pharmacy cost messages and resolution as appropriate with the appropriate external vendor.</li><li>
Responsible for generating and distributing the Pharmacy price increase report to Retail/Mail Order/Specialty Pharmacy management.</li><li>
Responsible for monitoring and evaluating wholesaler preferred NDC compliance with purchasing. Also responsible for generation and distribution of monthly wholesaler preferred NDC compliance reports. These reports are distributed to Pharmacy Management to assist with improving wholesaler preferred NDC compliance.</li><li>
In conjunction with the Contracting team, evaluates contractual agreements and assists with negotiation of agreement terms as needed.</li><li>
Post contract execution, assists with audits or other related activities to ensure compliance with the executed contract terms.</li><li>
Responsible for all Request for Proposal (RFP) activities within the pharmacy procurement team.</li></ul><div><ul><li> 
All other duties as assigned.</li></ul> 
Work is typically performed in an office environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job.</div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"> 
Position Details</h3><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"> 
Education</h3>
Bachelor's Degree- (Required) 
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Experience</h3>
Minimum of 2 years-Related work experience (Required) 
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Certification(s) and License(s)</h3> 
OUR PURPOSE &amp; VALUES: Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities. KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves. EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence. LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow. INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation. SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners. Perhaps just as important, from senior management on down, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality. We know that a diverse workforce with unique experiences and backgrounds makes our team stronger. Our patients, members and community come from a wide variety of backgrounds, and it takes a diverse workforce to make better health easier for all. We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.</div>

Pharmacy Strategic Sourcing Specialist

Sterling Foods

<div>Sourcing Specialist
Job Description:
We are seeking a highly motivated, experienced, detail-oriented, strategic-thinking individual to join our Procurement team as a Sourcing Specialist. In this role, you will be responsible for managing the sourcing commodity purchases and procurement activities related to sourcing commodities, other raw and packaging materials for our bakery operations.
Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Researching, identifying, monitoring and evaluating suppliers for various commodities such as flour, sugar, butter, eggs, fats, etc.</li><li>Monitoring market trends and commodity prices to make informed purchasing decisions.</li><li>Negotiating contracts and pricing terms with suppliers to ensure cost-effectiveness and quality standards are met.</li><li>Align sourcing activities and operations requirements by working closely with the sales and operating team to forecast ingredient needs to ensure appropriate contract terms and quantities for the business channel.
</li><li>Collaborating with vendors to resolve any supply chain issues when applicable.</li><li>Developing and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers to ensure consistent and reliable delivery of materials.</li><li>Analyzing and optimizing commodities contract processes to improve efficiency and reduce costs.</li><li>Keeping detailed records of contracts, contracted volume levels and vendor performance for reporting purposes.</li><li>Develop and implement sourcing strategies to ensure cost-effective procurement of quality ingredients, materials, and services which meet customer (internal and external) expectations.</li><li>Identify and evaluate potential suppliers, negotiate contracts, and establish relationships to optimize pricing and terms for new projects, request for pricing, solicitations, etc.</li><li>Execute on our supplier performance evaluations with a cross functional team from all our key departments.
</li><li>Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including production, quality assurance, and logistics teams, to perform our supplier performance evaluation in a timely manner.
</li><li>Maintain accurate records of procurement activities, supplier contracts, pricing agreements, and related documentation.</li><li>Stay current trends in industry, regulations, and best practices in sourcing and procurement.</li><li>Other duties as assigned</li></ul>
Qualifications:<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in business, Supply Chain Management, related field or equivalent work experience.</li><li>Minimum of four years of relevant experience in strategic sourcing, preferably in the food industry or industrial food manufacturing.</li><li>Minimum four years' experience using Excel, Word and Enterprise Resource Planning Software</li></ul>
Requirements:<ul><li>Knowledge of market trends and pricing dynamics for food commodities.</li><li>Strong negotiation skills and ability to build effective relationships with suppliers.</li><li>Solid attention to detail and organizational skills.</li><li>Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.</li><li>Proven track record of successfully managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and driving cost savings initiatives.</li><li>Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and proficiency in data analysis tools.</li><li>Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.</li><li>Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.</li></ul></div>

Commodity and Sourcing Specialist

Ankabut

<div>
 
 
 We&rsquo;re Hiring: Senior Procurement Specialist | Abu Dhabi, UAE
 
 
 
 Ankabut is seeking an experienced
 
 Senior Procurement Specialist
 
 to join our
 
 HR &amp; Finance team
 
 . This is a strategic leadership role responsible for overseeing procurement operations, optimizing sourcing strategies, and managing supplier relationships&mdash;ensuring cost-effective, compliant, and sustainable purchasing aligned with Ankabut&rsquo;s goals.
 
 
 As a senior member of the team, you will drive
 
 vendor performance, governance, efficiency, and ESG-aligned procurement practices
 
 that support Ankabut&rsquo;s mission in advancing research and education across the UAE.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
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 Lead supplier identification, evaluation, and selection through strategic sourcing and negotiations.
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 Analyze and compare complex quotations to secure best-value decisions on cost, quality, and timelines.
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 Drive high-value contract negotiations, ensuring favorable and risk-mitigated terms.
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 Oversee purchase order execution, delivery performance, and supplier accountability.
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 Develop and implement procurement strategies that deliver measurable cost savings.
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 Build and sustain strong supplier partnerships, resolving escalations effectively.
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 Ensure compliance with procurement policies, audit requirements, and documentation standards.
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 Collaborate with HR, finance, operations, and project teams to align procurement with organizational priorities.
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 Drive process improvement through digitization, automation, and adoption of best practices.
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 Define and monitor KPIs for supplier performance and implement improvement plans.
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 Support procurement budgeting, expenditure tracking, and optimization initiatives.
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 Incorporate sustainability and ESG principles into procurement decisions.
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 Conduct market research to anticipate trends, innovations, and supplier capabilities.
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 Provide strategic guidance on complex procurement issues and supplier disputes.
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 Qualifications
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in information technology (IT)
 
 is required.
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 Professional certifications (e.g.,
 
 CPSM, CPM, or equivalent
 
 ) are preferred.
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 5&ndash;7 years of progressive procurement/supply chain experience
 
 with a strong track record in
 
 IT procurement
 
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 Managerial-level procurement experience, preferably within the education sector
 
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 Proven expertise in
 
 strategic sourcing, high-value negotiations, and vendor management
 
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 </ul>
 
 📍
 
 Location:
 
 Abu Dhabi, UAE
 
 
 📑
 
 Department:
 
 HR &amp; Finance
 
 
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 Employment Type:
 
 Full-time
 
 
 If you are a senior procurement professional with expertise in IT sourcing and a passion for advancing education, we invite you to apply.
 
 
 
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Senior Procurement Specialist

Southwest Medical Resources

Job Summary We are seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Procurement Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing the procurement process, ensuring that materials and services are sourced efficiently and cost-effectively. This role requires a strong understanding of supply chain management, contract negotiation, and supplier management. The Procurement Specialist will collaborate with various departments to align procurement strategies with organizational goals.Duties<ul><li>Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with company objectives.</li><li>Manage the sourcing process for materials and services, ensuring quality and cost-effectiveness.</li><li>Conduct contract negotiations with suppliers to secure favorable terms and pricing.</li><li>Utilize ERP systems such as SAP and Oracle EBS for procurement management.</li><li>Monitor supplier performance and conduct root cause analysis to address any issues.</li><li>Collaborate with logistics teams to ensure timely delivery of materials.</li><li>Maintain accurate records of procurement activities, contracts, and supplier information.</li><li>Oversee category management initiatives to optimize purchasing decisions.</li><li>Ensure compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations and company policies.</li><li>Participate in production planning meetings to align procurement with manufacturing needs.</li></ul>Skills<ul><li>Proficient in SAP and Oracle EBS for effective procurement management.</li><li>Strong negotiation skills with a focus on contract management.</li><li>Knowledge of supply chain management principles and practices.</li><li>Experience in sourcing, purchasing, and supplier management.</li><li>Familiarity with MRP (Material Requirements Planning) systems.</li><li>Ability to conduct quality management assessments of suppliers.</li><li>Understanding of logistics processes related to procurement activities.</li><li>Strong analytical skills for root cause analysis and problem-solving.</li><li>Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration across departments.</li><li>Experience in category management within a manufacturing environment.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: $49,409.05 - $59,503.38 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Employee assistance program</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Parental leave</li></ul>Work Location: Remote

Remote Procurement Specialist

Jacked Nutrition

Position Title: Local Procurement Specialist &ndash; Pharmaceuticals &amp; Nutrition Location: Islamabad, Pakistan Salary Range: PKR 100,000 &ndash; 170,000 (commensurate with experience) Company: Jacked NutritionAbout Jacked Nutrition Jacked Nutrition is a leading name in sports nutrition, health supplements, and wellness products. As we expand into the pharmaceutical sector, we are seeking an experienced Local Procurement Specialist to manage domestic sourcing of goods and services, ensuring efficiency, compliance, and cost-effectiveness.Role Overview The Local Procurement Specialist will oversee the sourcing, negotiation, and purchasing of materials and products from local suppliers, with a strong emphasis on pharmaceutical industry requirements. This position requires expertise in vendor management, market analysis, and regulatory compliance.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Identify, evaluate, and manage local suppliers for both nutrition and pharmaceutical product lines.</li><li>Negotiate competitive pricing, favorable terms, and long-term supply agreements.</li><li>Ensure all procurement activities comply with DRAP regulations, GMP standards, and internal quality requirements.</li><li>Monitor market trends, availability, and pricing to optimize procurement strategies.</li><li>Coordinate with production, warehouse, and quality assurance teams to align purchasing with operational needs.</li><li>Prepare purchase orders, contracts, and procurement reports.</li><li>Maintain accurate supplier performance records and develop strong vendor relationships.</li></ul>Required Qualifications &amp; Experience<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Pharmacy, or related field (Master&rsquo;s preferred).</li><li>Minimum 3&ndash;5 years of local procurement experience, with at least 2 years in the pharmaceutical sector.</li><li>Strong knowledge of local supplier networks and pharmaceutical industry procurement practices.</li><li>Excellent negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.</li><li>Proficiency in MS Office and ERP procurement systems.</li><li>Strong organizational skills with the ability to work under pressure.</li></ul>Compensation &amp; Benefits<ul><li>Competitive salary: PKR 100,000 &ndash; 170,000.</li><li>Performance-based bonuses.</li><li>Health insurance.</li><li>Opportunities for career advancement.</li></ul>Application Process Email your updated CV to careers@jackednutrition.com with the subject line: Application &ndash; Local Procurement Specialist (Pharmaceuticals).Job Type: Full-timeWork Location: In person

Local Procurement Specialist

Ooredoo Fintech

<div>
 
 Purpose:
 
 
 We are actively seeking a
 
 Senior Sourcing Specialist
 
 to join our dynamic and growing team in Tunisia. In this role, you will play a critical part in
 
 tender project management
 
 and
 
 vendor risk management
 
 within our fast-paced FinTech organization. We are looking for an experienced sourcing professional with a strong background in procurement, vendor risk expertise, and hands-on experience managing sourcing projects within the
 
 FinTech or banking sector
 
 .
 
 
 
 Proficiency in Arabic and English is required
 
 to effectively engage with regional and international stakeholders.
 
 
 
 
 
 Context:
 
 
 
 Ooredoo Fintech (OFT)
 
 is a fast-growing scale-up on a mission to empower people and businesses across the MENA region with innovative financial solutions. Backed by the strength and heritage of Ooredoo Group and driven by a passionate team, we deliver secure, intuitive money tools through our brands: Ooredoo Money, walletii, and m-Faisaa, serving users in Qatar, Oman, and the Maldives. Working with us presents a unique and exciting opportunity to make a difference and be part of a revolution where we are leveraging financial technology to provide accessible, empowering tools.
 
 
 
 
 
 Accountabilities:
 
 
 Sourcing Project Management
 
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 Lead and manage sourcing and procurement projects with clear timelines, deliverables, and budget controls.
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 Develop and maintain detailed project plans, tracking progress and ensuring milestones are met.
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 Apply project management best practices and tools to streamline sourcing execution.
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 Vendor Risk Management
 
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 Identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with vendor relationships.
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 Collaborate across departments to monitor emerging threats and ensure proactive risk mitigation.
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 Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and central bank requirements specific to FinTech and banking operations.
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 Partner with vendors to drive continuous improvement, enhance processes, and strengthen performance.
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 Evaluate supplier capabilities to meet product, cost, quality, capacity, and service standards.
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 Enforce sourcing and procurement policy requirements, ensuring robust risk assessment and onboarding practices.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 Sourcing &amp; Procurement Support
 
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 Independently lead RFP (Request for Proposal) processes from end to end, including drafting, issuing, evaluating, and closing tenders.
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 Conduct direct negotiations with suppliers, ensuring optimal terms and alignment with business needs.
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 Provide detailed market, spend, savings, supplier, and payment term analyses to support the sourcing team.
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 Lead smaller-scale contract negotiations and key procurement projects in collaboration with operational stakeholders.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 Key Performance Indicators (KPI's):
 
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 Sourcing Project Delivery &ndash; % of sourcing projects delivered on time and within budget
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 Cost Savings &amp; Value Generation
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 Vendor Risk &amp; Compliance Management &ndash; 100% of vendors assessed for risk prior to onboarding
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 Vendor Relationship &amp; Performance - % of strategic vendors with performance reviews conducted annually
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 RFP and Direct Negotiation completion within the deadline
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 Experience:
 
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 Strong experience in procurement and sourcing, with exposure to vendor risk management practices.
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 Demonstrated ability to independently manage RFPs and lead direct negotiations with suppliers.
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 Solid understanding of risk assessment methodologies and tools.
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 Experience working within financial institutions or regulated banking environments.
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 Knowledge of AML (Anti-Money Laundering) requirements and eKYC (electronic Know Your Customer) practices.
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 Familiarity with cloud-based services and SaaS (Software as a Service) contracts, sourcing, and vendor management.
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 Familiarity with central bank compliance standards and regulatory frameworks.
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 Strong Excel analytical skills (pivot tables, data modeling, advanced formulas) and experience with Microsoft Power BI for reporting and visualization.
 </li>
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 Familiarity with procurement and sourcing platforms (e.g., Coupa, Ariba, iValua, SAP, Odoo) is a plus.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 Minimum Entry Qualifications:
 
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 Proficiency in English, Arabic (both written and spoken) is required.
 </li>
 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Project Management, or a related field
 </li>
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 Relevant certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, or CIPS (preferred).
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 Personal Profile:
 
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 A strategic and results-driven sourcing professional with strong project management capabilities and a deep understanding of vendor risk management, ideally within the FinTech or financial services sector. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and adept at managing complex procurement initiatives from end to end, including RFP execution, supplier negotiations, and cross-functional collaboration.
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 They demonstrate strong analytical and negotiation skills, with a proven ability to assess vendor performance, identify risks, and ensure compliance with regulatory and internal policy requirements. They possess a proactive mindset, capable of driving continuous improvement in sourcing processes and delivering measurable cost and efficiency benefits.
 </li>
 </ul>
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