Manager GBS Sourcing IT Software

Purpose & Overall Relevance for the Organization:

Execute tactical buying of low and mid value item within the given thresholds, including: conduct supplier identification from preferred suppliers list, negotiation and supplier selection; deliver sourcing results to contribute to saving targets while ensuring that Service Level Agreements with the business are being met; support procurement automation by continuously seeking opportunities to increase catalogue coverage.

Key Responsibilities:

Execution of tactical buying process for IT Software

Analyze mid value tactical buys, facilitate high value tactical buy execution with the responsible category manager

Conduct sourcing projects (negotiation, supplier selection) and support responding to suppliers in case of commercial or system related questions

Conduct e
Sourcing events in Ariba

For selected tactical buys,
- up on technical evaluations with internal stakeholders to ensure timeliness of tendering process

Execute negotiation, supplier selection and determine Purchase Order (PO) terms and conditions

Based on country requirements, initiate order signature process and
- up on distribution to supplier

Support tail spend reduction and channeling spend through strategic suppliers / channels

Regularly analyze tactical buy activities and provide quantitative and qualitative feedback to Category Managers on recurring tactical buys and opportunities for standardization and automation

Based on Category Director and manager guidance, execute Rf
Qs for potential catalogue items including contracting based on standard contract templates

Support automated buying channel introductions by facilitating the interaction between supplier and Content Specialist

Support strategic sourcing initiatives

Maintain and update internal databases related to tactical buying activities.

Assist with vendor onboarding and management processes.

Manage and maintain
- related files and documentation.

Perform quality checks on awarded contracts and purchase requests managed by the Business, to ensure accurate data and alignment with negotiated terms and Procurement policy.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Advanced knowledge of sourcing execution strategies, approaches and methods, as well as contract management and procure to pay processes

Experience in IT software categories

Good ability to analyze specifications and influence demand

Good knowledge of category strategy development, compliance management and analytics

Knowledge of supplier management and project management

Ability to analyze problems and conclude decisions

Great communication skills and the capability to independently interact with different stakeholders

Action oriented and solution minded team player with high degree of
- management

Proficiency in MS Office

Fluent in English, spoken and written

Requisite Education and Experience/ Minimum Qualifications:

A bachelor’s or master’s degree preferably in business, economics, finance, procurement or legal, or comparable professional education

At least 3-5 years general business experience, preferably in Procurement area (low to
- level spend) in a middle sized or large organization; basic experience within supplier selection, negotiation and contracting area is obligatory. Experience in purchase orders administration only is not fully sufficient

Core Values:

• COURAGE:Speak up when you see an opportunity; step up when you see a need. .
• OWNERSHIP:Pick up the ball. Be proactive, take responsibility and
  - through.
• INNOVATION: Elevate to win. Be curious, test and learn new and better ways of doing things.
• TEAMPLAY: Win together. Work collaboratively and cultivate a shared mindset.
• INTEGRITY: Play by the rules. Hold yourself and others accountable to our company’s standards.
• RESPECT: Value all players. Display empathy, be inclusive and show dignity to all.

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