About this role
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