Assistant Manager - Procurement

Assistant Manager-Procurement

Company Description

About Sopra Steria
Sopra Steria, a major Tech player in Europe with 50,000 employees in nearly 30 countries, is recognised for its consulting, digital services and solutions. It helps its clients drive their digital transformation and obtain tangible and sustainable benefits. The Group provides end-to-end solutions to make large companies and organisations more competitive by combining in-depth knowledge of a wide range of business sectors and innovative technologies with a collaborative approach. Sopra Steria places people at the heart of everything it does and is committed to putting digital to work for its clients in order to build a positive future for all. In 2024, the Group generated revenues of €5.8 billion.
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Job Description

Education: A Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. MBA is a plus.

Experience: 5-6 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, and vendor management, with exposure to both IT and non-IT procurement.

 

Skills:

Strong negotiation and communication skills. Experience working with procurement tools or systems (e.g., Oracle,Ariba etc.). Solid understanding of vendor management and contract management.Team player with a collaborative approach to work across departments. 

 

Procurement Support & Execution:

Assist in the development and execution of procurement strategies for categories like office supplies, facilities management, HR services, travel, transport, employee insurance, corporate functions, IT (hardware, software, licenses) etc. Support the sourcing process by identifying and engaging potential suppliers, and preparing documentation for vendor evaluation. Conduct market research to understand supply trends and pricing for various categories of goods and services. Assist in cost optimization initiatives, ensuring that procurement processes are efficient and cost-effective.

 

Vendor Management Support:

Help maintain vendor relationships, assisting with communication and resolving any issues related to delivery, quality, or contract compliance. Support the tracking and analysis of vendor performance metrics, ensuring timely and effective resolution of any performance concerns. Assist in vendor compliance checks, ensuring vendors meet all contractual and legal requirements.

 

Stakeholder Collaboration:

Work closely with cross-functional teams (e.g., Finance, Legal, IT, HR) to support procurement needs and ensure smooth execution of procurement processes. Assist in gathering stakeholder requirements and ensure alignment between procurement objectives and business needs. Help in preparing various dashboards for internal stakeholders, highlighting performance, costs, and potential improvements.

 

Process Improvement & Analytics:

Assist in maintaining procurement systems and reporting tools, helping track procurement activities and key performance indicators (KPIs). Contribute to process improvement efforts by identifying inefficiencies or bottlenecks and suggesting solutions. Provide regular updates on procurement cost savings, performance metrics, and any challenges that need attention.

Total Experience Expected: 05-06 years

Qualifications

Commerce Graduate, Supply Chain management certification

Additional Information

At our organization, we are committed to fighting against all forms of discrimination. We foster a work environment that is inclusive and respectful of all differences.

All of our positions are open to people with disabilities.

Experience Level

Senior Level