executive technical procurement

Job Purpose: A candidate is required to assist Sr. Manager/ Manager Procurement in leading the team of individuals and should be a role model and must have solution-oriented approach, make informed decisions and manage the Projects wisely in order to achieve company's business goals through efficient and transparent sourcing process. Candidate must have: Deep insight into how Purchasing activities are being conducted in Telecom Sector and strong knowledge of the field and key suppliers is required. Deep insight into how Vendor industry works and strong knowledge of the field and key players. Job Responsibilities:

• Departmental Communication: Frequent meetings with the concerned department for the improvement of internal communication and planning of activities proactively.
• Bidding Process: Ensure that bidding process is followed as per the Procurement Policy.
• RFQ/RFP must be reviewed by the relevant departments.
• Negotiation Leading negotiation team for the purchases of goods/services as per the Procurement Policy.
• Technical Knowledge Manage procurement processes for Information & communication technologies especially the IT infrastructure, including hardware (firewalls, routers, switches, laptops, servers) and software.
• Build and maintain relationships with OEMs, partners, and distributor networks to streamline the supply chain.
• Familiarity with leading OEMs, partner ecosystems, and distributor networks.
• Contract Establishment & Renewal Support to Legal department in explaining Scope of services required under the agreement Approval from Management Present/prepare the documentation for the approval of management for purchase of goods/services.
• Reports Prepare weekly/Monthly Projects and Saving reports for the Manager Procurement review in line of Procurement Policy assigned target.
• Frame Supply Agreement Maximize the major / regular purchases through Frame Supply Agreement.
• Vendor Evaluation Periodic supplier evaluation in liaison with the respective requesting department for retention of quality supplier and updating supplier database

Eligibility Criteria (Education, Knowledge, Experience and Skills): Education:

• MBA or Master's Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Supply Chain, and International Business & Economics or BS-IT, Accredited Procurement & Supply chain certifications will be preferred.

Work Experience

• 2-3 Years of relevant experience of Technical or Commercial Procurement preferably in Telecom Sector

Skills - Generic:

• Must Possess high standard integrity and Moral Values
• Strong project management skills (setting/managing timelines, prioritization, communication)
• Problem solving & Negotiation skills. Ability to navigate ambiguity gracefully and initiative to problem solve autonomously A can-do attitude / willingness to step up and help (even if out of scope) or find creative/effective alternate solutions and ability to deliver.
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability, follows up and knows when to escalate.
• Strong written/verbal communication skills including synthesis of complex ideas, proactively addressing needs/questions and ability to influence via persuasive communication Act with integrity and empathy, ability to manage conflict and work well with diverse styles
• An adaptive team player and always willing to support & contribute.
• Time Management & Ability to multi-task under constrained time lines.

Skills - Job Specific:

• Must have knowledge of ERP Platform and preferably Oracle Sourcing Module.
• Must have knowledge of Telecom Technologies, Equipment and Services.
• Strategic Sourcing.
• Contract Management.
• Presentation Preparation and scenario building.
• 360 degree relationship Management.