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PwC Acceleration Center India

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 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:
 
 
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 Respond effectively to the diverse perspectives, needs, and feelings of others.
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 Use a broad range of tools, methodologies and techniques to generate new ideas and solve problems.
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 Use critical thinking to break down complex concepts.
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 Understand the broader objectives of your project or role and how your work fits into the overall strategy.
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 Develop a deeper understanding of the business context and how it is changing.
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 Use reflection to develop self awareness, enhance strengths and address development areas.
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 Interpret data to inform insights and recommendations.
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 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.
 
 
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 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
 
 
 
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 Facilitate procurement contracts and manage supplier interactions
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 Build and maintain supplier relationships
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 Monitor and evaluate supplier performance
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 Conduct quantitative and qualitative analyzes for business impact
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 Process procurement requests in a timely manner
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 Fulfill process and compliance requirements
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 Collaborate with stakeholders to refine procurement strategies
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 Support the development of procurement policies and procedures
 
 
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 What You Must Have
 
 
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 Bachelor's Degree
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 5 years of experience
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 Oral and written proficiency in English required
 
 
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 What Sets You Apart
 
 
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 Experience in Sourcing and Procurement Services
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 Proficiency in Contract and Supplier Management
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 Skill with Procure-to-Pay platforms like Coupa
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 Thorough understanding of procurement operations
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 Experience in Strategic Sourcing initiatives
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 Ability to build collaborative relationships
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 Communication skills
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 Experience with MS Excel and MS Access
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 Past sourcing and procurement experience preferred
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Procurement-Senior Associate

Stripe

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 About Stripe
 
 
 
 Stripe is a financial infrastructure platform for businesses. Millions of companies&mdash;from the world&rsquo;s largest enterprises to the most ambitious startups&mdash;use Stripe to accept payments, grow their revenue, and accelerate new business opportunities. Our mission is to increase the GDP of the internet, and we have a staggering amount of work ahead. That means you have an unprecedented opportunity to put the global economy within everyone&rsquo;s reach while doing the most important work of your career.
 
 
 
 About Procurement
 
 
 
 Procurement is part of Stripe Finance and owns the full supplier lifecycle and buying journey. The team sources and evaluates new vendors, renews and negotiates engagements with existing suppliers, and leads third‑party risk management and compliance activities to ensure suppliers meet Stripe&rsquo;s standards. Procurement also drafts, reviews, and approves supplier contract structures and terms, aligned with Stripe&rsquo;s risk appetite and legal requirements.
 
 
 We&rsquo;re looking for a dynamic Manager to join our global Procurement team and help us drive highly efficient processes, innovative solutions, and operational excellence in support of Stripe&rsquo;s supplier ecosystem.
 
 
 What you&rsquo;ll do
 
 
 We are looking for an experienced Procurement professional to focus on establishing trusted business partner relationships across Stripe with a &ldquo;users first&rdquo; approach to ensure early and active participation across the full lifecycle of strategic sourcing, third party risk management, and compliant supplier contracting, including: supporting the category plans of the Sourcing leads, sourcing strategies, RFx execution, supplier evaluation, selection and oversee the ongoing operations of the third party risk management, contract negotiations and contract lifecycle management, and continuous improvements. You will play a critical role in ensuring Stripe's procurement efforts align with our operational principles by contributing to our sustainable growth while fostering strong, ethical supplier relationships.
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Strategy Development: Collaborate with Procurement leadership to define and execute the strategic vision of the Global Procurement Center, aligning it with the overall organizational goals.
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 Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and inspire a team of subject matter experts, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development consistent with Stripe Operating and Leadership principles.
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 Operational Excellence: Partner with Procurement and Finance teams to develop, implement or improve processes and share best practices throughout the organization. Regularly report on process performance with key stakeholders and provide/gather service feedback.
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 Innovation: Drive innovation by identifying emerging trends and technologies, and lead efforts to pilot, adopt, and integrate innovative solutions into the organization.
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 Collaboration: Facilitate cross-functional collaboration within the team and with other departments, breaking down silos and promoting a culture of collaboration and knowledge-sharing.
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 Performance Metrics: Develop and monitor key performance metrics to measure the impact and effectiveness of the team's initiatives and activities, ensuring continuous improvement.
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 Quality Assurance: Establish quality control and assurance standards to maintain high-quality output from the team, maintaining a strong focus on excellence and compliance.
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 Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with internal and external stakeholders to promote the team's mission and secure buy-in from key decision-makers.
 
 
 
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 Who you are
 
 
 We&rsquo;re looking for someone who meets the minimum requirements to be considered for the role. If you meet these requirements, you are encouraged to apply. The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement.
 
 
 
 Minimum Requirements
 
 
 
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 A minimum of 15+ years of experience in indirect sourcing, procurement, category management, third party risk, supplier contracting or a related field
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 Proven negotiation skills and a track record of achieving significant cost savings and supplier value without compromising on quality or service
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 Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage and interpret complex data
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 Experience in supplier contracting with a solid understanding of standard commercial terms and conditions to mitigate risks and create clear service level agreements
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 Leadership and stakeholder management skills with the ability to elevate ambitions and influence cross-functional and internal team members
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 Excellent communication and organizational skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to represent Stripe effectively by interfacing with and influencing experienced business leaders
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 Demonstrated experience successfully partnering with cross-functional stakeholders
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 Self-disciplined, diligent, proactive and detail oriented
 
 
 
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 You Will Also Likely Have (not Required)
 
 
 
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 Solution-oriented mindset with enthusiasm for establishing best practice
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 Comfort with a rapid pace of change, complexity, and working across matrixed functions, preferably within a fast-paced technology or financial services environment
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 Strategic mindset with the ability to make sound business decisions based on data and analytics
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 Understanding or experience with e-procurement tools and systems (e.g., Zip, Ironclad, Oracle, etc.)
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 Familiarity with the fintech industry and its supply chain and procurement challenges
 
 
 
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 In-office expectations
 
 
 Office-assigned Stripes in most of our locations are currently expected to spend at least 50% of the time in a given month in their local office or with users. This expectation may vary depending on role, team and location. For example, Stripes in our Bucharest, Romania site have an 80% in-office expectation, and those in Stripe Delivery Center roles in Mexico City, Mexico and Bengaluru, India work 100% from the office. Also, some teams have greater in-office attendance requirements, to appropriately support our users and workflows, which the hiring manager will discuss. This approach helps strike a balance between bringing people together for in-person collaboration and learning from each other, while supporting flexibility when possible.
 
 
 Pay and benefits
 
 
 Stripe does not yet include pay ranges in job postings in every country. Stripe strongly values pay transparency and is working toward pay transparency globally.
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Global Procurement Center Manager

GE HealthCare

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 Job Description Summary
 
 
 
 This role leads strategic sourcing activities for the ISS X-Ray Generation portfolio. The position supports sourcing initiatives for select Product Management and New Product Introduction (NPI) programs, including supplier evaluation and selection. In addition, the role provides sourcing support for the local manufacturing site to ensure operational alignment and supply continuity. Responsibilities also include managing some suppliers&mdash;developing supplier strategies, conducting negotiations (including pricing), and establishing supply agreements.
 
 
 GE HealthCare is a leading global medical technology and digital solutions innovator. Our purpose is to create a world where healthcare has no limits. Unlock your ambition, turn ideas into world-changing realities, and join an organization where every voice makes a difference, and every difference builds a healthier world.
 
 
 
 Job Description
 
 
 
 
 Roles and Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Develops, plans, organizes, and implements global sourcing strategies and programs to increase operational efficiency and profitability
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 Understand key supply markets and use this knowledge and experience to lead and execute the sourcing process to deliver best value for ISS X-Ray Generation
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 Deploy specific procurement process knowledge and expertise to lead the analysis of supplier proposals (using appropriate tools and technology) to ensure best value for spend allocation decisions that are made regarding supplier selection and contract award
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 Lead negotiation of commercial and contractual terms (with appropriate legal support) with suppliers to ensure that GEHC's commercial and contractual risk is managed appropriately
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 Build strong relationships with Strategic Suppliers, fostering early engagement into GE&rsquo;s New Product Introduction (NPI) process, and long-term partnership for wing-to-wing product lifecycle
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 Collaborate and manage key, strategic supplier relationships to ensure that supplier performance and value is maintained and delivered throughout the contract lifecycle
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 Delivers management information, reporting, insight and analytics on supplier cost and performance
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 Provide guidance and contribution on policy and process continuous improvement of the procurement function across the division
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 Provide sourcing/supplier support to the local operations/materials teams.
 
 
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 Required Qualifications
 
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Engineering, Procurement, or Supply Chain Management
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 Minimum 9 years of experience in sourcing within complex procurement and supply chain environments
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 Proven experience in project management, with strong analytical and presentation skills
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 Demonstrated ability to work with global suppliers and manage cross-border relationships
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 Excellent communication skills to engage effectively across all levels, both internally and externally
 
 
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 Desired Characteristics
 
 
 
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 Experience or knowledge of ISS X-Ray Generation is highly desirable
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 Proven negotiation skills with experience delivering effective commercial agreements
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 Strong business acumen with the ability to navigate complex market dynamics, including supplier, partner, and customer relationships
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 Advanced analytical and quantitative skills with a focus on data-driven decision-making
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 Adaptable and eager to learn, with the ability to understand technical product knowledge and collaborate effectively with subject matter experts and stakeholders
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 Inclusive and collaborative mindset, with the ability to partner on decision-making at the plant level and across teams
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 Experience working cross-functionally and across cultures, teams, and time zones; ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
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 Demonstrated project management capabilities with a consistent record of delivering results on time
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 Fluency in English, with strong oral and written communication skills
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 Willingness to travel up to 15% of the time
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 Ability to work on-site at the office more than 90% of the time (this is not a remote or hybrid position)
 
 
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 Inclusion and Diversity
 
 
 
 GE HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer where inclusion matters. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
 
 
 We expect all employees to live and breathe our behaviors: to act with humility and build trust; lead with transparency; deliver with focus, and drive ownership &ndash; always with unyielding integrity.
 
 
 Our
 
 total rewards
 
 are designed to unlock your ambition by giving you the boost and flexibility you need to turn your ideas into world-changing realities. Our salary and benefits are everything you&rsquo;d expect from an organization with global strength and scale, and you&rsquo;ll be surrounded by career opportunities in a culture that fosters care, collaboration and support.
 
 
 Disclaimer:
 
 GE HealthCare will never ask for payment to process documents, refer you to a third party to process applications or visas, or ask you to pay costs. Never send money to anyone suggesting they can provide employment with GE HealthCare.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Additional Information
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Relocation Assistance Provided:
 
 Yes
 
 
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Strategic Sourcing Leader

Black Box

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 Location : Bangalore
 
 
 Shift : 6PM - 3AM
 
 
 Work Model : Work from Office (Mon-Fri)
 
 
 
 
 Main Role
 
 
 :
 
 Strategic sourcing
 
 of goods &amp; services by leveraging supplier&rsquo;s capabilities &amp; innovations, challenging costs , capturing market opportunities and reducing suppliers related risks
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Please apply only if you are comfortable with the Shift timing and Work Model .
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Roles &amp; Responsibilities:
 
 
 
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 Conduct market scanning and analysis and assess industry trends to identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements
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 Monitor supplier performance, ensuring compliance with contractual agreements
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 Establish and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers
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 Creation of category strategy, Project procurement plan, supplier score cards
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 Work closely with internal stakeholders, such as sales, presales, GSO,OM, finance, and legal departments, to understand their needs and requirements.
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 Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment between procurement activities and organizational goals
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 Utilize Six Sigma and Lean methodologies to design and optimize end-to-end procurement processes. Document detailed standard operating procedures (SOPs) for each phase of procurement, ensuring clarity and consistency
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 Create detailed reports and interactive dashboards to effectively communicate insights
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 Translate analytical findings into clear, actionable recommendations to inform decision-making.
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 Partner with cross-functional teams to provide data-driven support for strategic initiatives.
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 Utilize visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or QlikView to present data in a clear and engaging manner.
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 Apply analytical tools like Excel, SQL, Python, or R to conduct advanced data analysis (preferred but not mandatory).
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Strategic Procurement Manager

ZEISS India

<div>
 
 
 Role Purpose
 
 
 
 The Procurement Manager will lead procurement strategy and sourcing activities for Real Estate and Workplace Services across Zeiss offices, labs, and manufacturing locations. This role focuses on achieving cost efficiency, supplier performance excellence, sustainability compliance, and supporting Zeiss&rsquo; global operational expansion. The position requires close collaboration with Corporate Real Estate, Facilities, Engineering, Legal, EHS, Finance, and business stakeholders to ensure reliable, high-quality workplace environments aligned with the Zeiss brand and scientific precision standards.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
 Category Strategy &amp; Sourcing
 
 
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 Develop and execute category strategies for Real Estate &amp; Workplace Services aligned with Zeiss global sourcing frameworks.
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 Lead end-to-end sourcing for:
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 Office expansions, relocations &amp; refurbishment projects
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 Construction &amp; interior fit-outs
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 Facilities Management services (MEP/AMC, HVAC, housekeeping, cafeteria, landscaping, pest control)
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 Security services and office supplies contracts
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 Conduct cost benchmarking, market analysis, and supply risk assessments to inform sourcing decisions.
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 Deliver measurable savings and value creation while maintaining Zeiss&rsquo; quality and compliance standards.
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 </ul>
 
 
 Supplier &amp; Contract Management
 
 
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 Manage strategic suppliers, ensuring consistent performance and continuous improvement.
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 Drive RFP/RFI/RFQ processes, commercial negotiations, and contract finalization in collaboration with Legal.
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 Track supplier SLAs, KPIs, escalation plans, incident resolution, and corrective action measures.
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 Ensure suppliers adhere to Zeiss sustainability, EHS, data privacy, and ethical procurement policies.
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 </ul>
 
 
 Real Estate &amp; Workplace Collaboration
 
 
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 Partner with Corporate Real Estate (CRE) and Workplace teams to plan and execute site development and facility upgrade projects.
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 Support lease evaluation and negotiation for site expansions, new office setups, and renewals.
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 Develop procurement project plans, track timelines, manage documentation, and ensure on-time execution.
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 </ul>
 
 
 Stakeholder &amp; Business Partner Management
 
 
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 Act as a strategic advisor to Facility Operations, Engineering, and Business units regarding vendor proposals and commercial terms.
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 Align procurement initiatives with financial targets, workplace experience goals, and operational continuity.
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 Present sourcing recommendations, business cases, and cost models to leadership for approvals.
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 </ul>
 
 
 Compliance, Governance &amp; Sustainability
 
 
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 Ensure full adherence to Zeiss Procurement Governance Framework and audit controls.
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 Maintain supplier risk registers; implement mitigation and performance improvement actions.
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 Contribute to Zeiss sustainability &amp; supplier diversity initiatives, including low-emission operations and responsible sourcing.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications &amp; Experience
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related discipline (MBA preferred).
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 5&ndash;10 years of procurement experience with strong exposure to Real Estate, Facilities Management, Construction, or Workplace Services.
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 Experience within regulated, high-quality, or technology-driven environments (e.g., medical devices, manufacturing, R&amp;D) preferred.
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 Demonstrated expertise in commercial negotiations, contract management, and supplier governance.
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 Strong project management experience in multi-site / cross-functional environments.
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Skills
 
 
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 Category strategy &amp; cost modeling
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 Vendor governance &amp; relationship management
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 Strong negotiation &amp; commercial judgment
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 Cross-functional stakeholder alignment
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 Project execution in time-sensitive environments
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 Excellent communication and presentation ability
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 High standards of integrity, compliance, and attention to detail
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 </ul>
 
 
</div>

Procurement Lead

Hitachi Energy

<div>
 
 Mission Statement
 
 
 
 Executes material purchase requests, according to required technical specification, price, delivery schedule and terms. Ensure purchasing activities align with corporate purchasing policies and procedures under supervision.
 
 
 
 Your Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Recommends / supports in Identifying new suppliers and coordinates with relevant category team. Follows the process to qualify new suppliers in cooperation with Supplier Quality and Engineering specialists.
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 Supports in negotiating agreements with main suppliers, and periodically renews pricelists, terms and conditions and feeds back recommendations for appropriate actions.
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 Adapts corporate contractual framework to the local business needs. Recommends frame agreements to management, ensures approved contractual terms in execution.
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 Analyses and evaluates bids within the scope, in order to determine the optimal value.
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 Supports bid and proposal teams by providing relevant market information within the area of responsibility.
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 Tracks goods received to verify appropriate delivery and ensure invoice processing as per available guidelines.
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 Oversees supplier performance (on time delivery, quality, lead time), and recommends solutions / resolves performance issues within the scope.
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 Initiates supply orders in the system, confirms delivery with suppliers, monitors and tracks supplier performance to purchase order requirements.
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 Aligns supplier orders with customer requirements (based on Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) or Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)/project requirements) in terms of content, quality, delivery, sustainability and price.
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 Conducts all Supply Chain activities for all goods and services in accordance with policies and procedures. Ensures Pro-Supply global supplier relationship management platform is kept updated as defined in Pro-Supply procedure within the scope of activities.
 </li>
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 Living Hitachi Energy&rsquo;s core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Your Background
 
 
 
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 Graduate or postgraduate degree in any fields.
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 2 to 5 years of experience.
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 Basic Knowledge of SAP, Ariba, and Microsoft Package.
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 JAGGAER tool experience preferred.
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 Computer skills, analytical &amp; creative mind.
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 Presentation skills with attention to details.
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 Business skills, decision-making and problem-solving skills.
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 Time management and organization skills.
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 Proficiency in both spoken &amp; written English language is required.
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 Should be flexible with the working in the Shifts
 
 
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 </ul>
 Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives.
 
 
 With over a century in pioneering mission-critical technologies like high-voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time &ndash; balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system.
 
 
 Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today.
</div>

Buyer

Zepto

<div>
 
 
 Details
 
 
 
 
 Core Areas
 
 : Product Sourcing and Selection, Vendor Management, Inventory Management &amp; Fill Rate, Negotiation, Problem solving and stakeholder management
 
 
 
 Qualification
 
 : MBA from Tier 1 colleges ( Relevant work exp is a plus)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Your Role
 
 
 
 We are looking for a dynamic
 
 Category Manger
 
 to join our category team. This role is essential in shaping the product and brand assortment and ensuring that we offer a compelling and diverse range of products to our customers. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in buying and merchandising, excellent negotiation skills, and a proven track record in an ecommerce environment
 
 
 Key Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 Product Assortment:
 
 
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 Source and select a wide range of products that align with our category strategy and meet customer demands.
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 Conduct market research to identify new trends, product opportunities, and competitive offerings.
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 Develop and maintain a well-balanced and profitable product assortment.
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 </ul>
 
 
 Supplier Relationship Management:
 
 
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 Establish and nurture strong relationships with suppliers, brands, and manufacturers.
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 <li>
 Negotiate terms, pricing, and contracts to secure favorable deals and exclusivity where possible.
 </li>
 <li>
 Collaborate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery and high-quality standards of products.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 Inventory Management:
 
 
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 Monitor inventory levels to ensure optimal stock availability and minimize excess inventory.
 </li>
 <li>
 Analyze sales data and forecast demand to make informed purchasing decisions.
 </li>
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 Implement strategies to manage slow-moving inventory and reduce obsolescence.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 Sales and Marketing Collaboration:
 
 
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 <li>
 Work closely with the sales and marketing teams to develop promotional strategies that drive product visibility and sales.
 </li>
 <li>
 Coordinate with the merchandising team to ensure effective product placement and presentation.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 Customer Focus:
 
 
 <ul>
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 Champion a customer-centric approach in all buying decisions, ensuring products meet customer expectations and preferences.
 </li>
 <li>
 Utilize customer feedback and insights to refine product assortment and enhance the shopping experience.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure the highest standards of quality and satisfaction in all purchased products.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 What We&rsquo;re Looking For
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field
 </li>
 <li>
 Proven track record of successful product selection and supplier negotiations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong analytical skills and the ability to make data-driven decisions.
 </li>
 <li>
 Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
 </li>
 <li>
 Deep understanding of category trends and consumer behavior.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
 </li>
 <li>
 Proficiency in using buying and inventory management software
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
</div>

Senior Category Manager (Frozen and Beverages)

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