IBM Sourcing Professional 

India, Karnataka, Bengaluru 

609900014

Strategic Sourcing

• Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans to meet business requirements and drive cost savings
• Conduct market research and analysis to identify potential suppliers and negotiate contracts
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business needs and develop sourcing strategies
• Manage and maintain relationships with key suppliers, including negotiation of contracts and resolution of issues

Supplier Management

• Develop and manage supplier scorecards to measure performance and drive improvement
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, including vendor non-performance and compliance issues
• Collaborate with suppliers to develop and implement quality and performance improvement plans
• Ensure compliance with company policies and regulations, including ethics and compliance requirements

Contract Management

• Develop and manage contracts, including negotiation of terms and conditions
• Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, including payment terms and delivery schedules
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure contract requirements are met
• Manage contract renewals and expirations, including negotiation of new terms and conditions

Stakeholder Management

• Develop and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders, including procurement, operations, and finance
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business needs and develop sourcing strategies
• Provide regular updates and reporting on sourcing activities and results

Required Technical and Professional Expertise

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or related field
• Minimum 12 years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management
• Proven track record of driving cost savings and improving supplier performance
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with ability to analyse complex data and develop recommendations
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Experience with contract management and negotiation, including development and implementation of contracts
• The preferred candidate must be open to working during night shift specifically from 6:30 PM to 3:30 AM IST.
• The candidate should possess experience in global procurement, particularly within the US, APAC, and EMEA regions.

Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise

• Master’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or related field
• Professional certifications, such as CSCP or CPSM
• Experience with supplier relationship management tools and software
• Knowledge of industry trends and best practices in strategic sourcing and supply chain management