IBM Procurement Operations Buyer 

India, Karnataka, Bengaluru 

37716134

• Review requisition requirements
• Recognize Non-Catalog Purchases that should be directed to a Catalog Solution
• Work efficiently with requester/client for additional information or any questions
• Determine Source from Sourcing provided Master File
• Negotiate cost savings and terms when applicable (non-contracted sources)
• Procurement of low dollar purchases services (including source identification as needed)
• Price and delivery Confirmation
• PO Order receipt Confirmation
• Working knowledge of ERP Tools supporting Procurement
• Knowledge of all client specific processes and procedures
• Complete Customer requests for set up of new suppliers including providing applicable information
• Interface with clients and suppliers on supplier and payment issues in conjunction with tactical commodity manager
• Maintain all relevant supplier documentation
• Ensure Audit readiness of all purchasing documents
• Work with Stakeholders and Management efficiently
• Positive Attitude, Planning, Curiosity, Self-discipline, Ability to work in North America time zone (7.30 PM to 4.30 AM IST)

Required Technical and Professional Expertise

• Minimum 1-3 years of experience in Procurement domain
• Experience in performing duties as Operations Buyer for Global Organizations
• The operations buyers will perform activities to Client preferred and IBM sourced vendors
• Good Communication skills
• Contracting knowledge will be a good to have additional skill set
• Comprehensive commercial procurement and client facing or consulting experience
• Virtual client facing skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite