Specialist, Procurement (Hybrid)

Job Title:

Specialist, Procurement (Hybrid)

Job Description

• The role is part of the Global Procurement team working within the EMEA geography. You will identify opportunities to optimise supplier performance and reduce costs across a diverse commodity base, driving value for the organisation.
• This role involves knowledge of the end-to-end procurement process, developing robust supplier relationships, and ensuring compliance with best practices. The ideal candidate will have a strong analytical mindset, excellent negotiation skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. Essential Functions/Core Responsibilities:

• •Strategic Sourcing: Conduct industry benchmarking and identify and pursue supplier performance optimisation and cost reduction opportunities across corporate-wide commodity categories.
• •RFx Management: Develop and manage the RFx process for procurement projects, including supplier evaluation, contract term development, pricing, licensing, functionality assessments, and product/service acquisition.
• •Procurement Analysis: Conduct detailed financial, functional, and opportunity assessments to support decision-making.
• •Process Expertise: Apply deep knowledge of procurement best practices across the Procure-to-Pay process, including order management, vendor management, supplier contracting.
• •Supplier Development & Management: Identify and implement supplier process improvement initiatives, while managing key supplier relationships to enhance value delivery and minimise product and service costs aligned with business objectives.
• •Business Collaboration: Collaborate across departments to promote procurement best practices and methodologies throughout the organisation.

Skills:

• •Advanced negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• •Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with excellent attention to detail.
• •Ability to interpret and negotiate basic to complex terms and conditions.
• •Demonstrated expertise in organising and prioritising tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• •Microsoft Office applications and AI adoption.
• •Proven ability to present information effectively to internal and external stakeholders.

Candidate Profile:

• •3-5 years’ experience in procurement or related highly competitive environment is a must.
• •Proficient in English is a minimum requirement; multi-lingual preferred.
• •Experience in customer experience/BPO industry preferred.
• •Proven track record in supporting international sourcing projects across multiple countries within EMEA.
• •Strong analytical skills.
• •Experience within HR & Marketing is desirable.
• •Must be able to travel to the local office when required.

Attributes:

• •Self-starter with a sense of urgency; thrives under pressure in both team and individual settings.
• •Demonstrates business acumen and comprehensive understanding of organisational operations.
• •Strong customer service orientation and professionalism.
• •Ability to take initiative, demonstrate ownership, and focus on continuous improvement.
• •Flexible and adaptable, with a proven ability to multitask and meet deadlines.

Location:

PRT Work-at-Home

Language Requirements:

Time Type:

Full time