Join our dynamic team as a Deputy Manager in Procurement, focusing on administration and enabling areas. This role is based in Delhi and is crucial for our shared services operations. We are looking for a detail-oriented professional to manage sourcing activities for both IT and non-IT procurement.

This position offers a significant opportunity to influence supplier relationships, contract terms, and overall procurement strategy. You will be instrumental in driving cost efficiencies and ensuring the smooth functioning of our administrative support services.

Your primary responsibilities will include identifying and evaluating suitable suppliers, assessing them on cost, quality, and reliability. You will negotiate favorable contract terms and manage existing agreements, ensuring smooth collaboration.

Key duties also involve continuous market analysis to uncover optimization opportunities, partnering with internal teams to align sourcing efforts, and maintaining open communication with suppliers. Accurate data management, reporting on sourcing activities, and identifying cost reduction initiatives are vital. You will also assess and mitigate supplier and supply chain risks, and manage the performance of your reporting team.

We require a Master's in Business Administration (MBA) with 5-8 years of proven experience as a Sourcing Specialist, ideally within both IT and non-IT sectors. A strong understanding of various sourcing methodologies and techniques is essential.

Familiarity with SAP, Ariba, and Oracle Modules is a must. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are expected, along with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment. Client interfacing skills and experience in driving the hiring of junior practitioners are also important.