Join our Enterprise Technology & Performance team as a Deputy Manager, focusing on Procurement Spend & Taxonomy Mapping. In this role, you will play a crucial part in optimizing procurement processes and driving strategic sourcing initiatives through meticulous spend analysis and classification.

This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to enterprise-wide data initiatives, enhance spend visibility, and support cost optimization efforts within a leading organization. You will leverage advanced analytical tools and methodologies to transform raw data into actionable insights, empowering procurement leaders and business stakeholders.

Your responsibilities will include classifying procurement transactions, purchase orders, invoices, and contracts using established taxonomies. You will map uncategorized spend, maintain taxonomy hierarchies, and develop robust classification logic. Analyzing spend data from various systems to identify trends and sourcing opportunities will be key, as will preparing comprehensive reports and executive summaries.

You will also standardize supplier data, establish supplier hierarchies, and validate data completeness and accuracy. Enriching datasets with intelligence, ensuring compliance with data governance standards, and identifying cost-saving opportunities are also critical aspects of this role. Furthermore, you will develop and maintain procurement dashboards and reporting solutions using tools like Power BI and Tableau.

We are seeking a candidate with at least 3 years of experience in procurement analytics, spend classification, category management, or procurement transformation. A strong understanding of ERP systems such as SAP, Ariba, or Coupa, coupled with proficiency in analytics tools like Excel, Power BI, or Tableau is essential. Experience working with global stakeholders and across multiple business units is highly valued.

Candidates should possess excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights. Familiarity with automation and AI-driven procurement tools is a plus. An "Any Graduation" degree is required. Experience in Global Pharmaceutical, MedTech, or Consumer Goods organizations is preferred.