Assistant Manager-Procurement, Sopra Steria

Sopra Steria

Location:
India, Noida

Category:
Purchasing

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Not provided

Salary:

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Job Description:

Sopra Steria, a major Tech player in Europe with 56,000 employees in nearly 30 countries, is recognized for its consulting, digital services and software development. It helps its clients drive their digital transformation and obtain tangible and sustainable benefits. The Group provides end-to-end solutions to make large companies and organizations more competitive by combining in-depth knowledge of a wide range of business sectors and innovative technologies with a fully collaborative approach. Sopra Steria places people at the heart of everything it does and is committed to putting digital to work for its clients in order to build a positive future for all. In 2023, the Group generated revenues of €5.8 billion.

Job Responsibility:

Assist in the development and execution of procurement strategies for categories like office supplies, facilities management, HR services, travel, transport, employee insurance, corporate functions, IT (hardware, software, licenses) etc.
Support the sourcing process by identifying and engaging potential suppliers, and preparing documentation for vendor evaluation
Conduct market research to understand supply trends and pricing for various categories of goods and services
Assist in cost optimization initiatives, ensuring that procurement processes are efficient and cost-effective
Help maintain vendor relationships, assisting with communication and resolving any issues related to delivery, quality, or contract compliance
Support the tracking and analysis of vendor performance metrics, ensuring timely and effective resolution of any performance concerns
Assist in vendor compliance checks, ensuring vendors meet all contractual and legal requirements
Work closely with cross-functional teams (e.g., Finance, Legal, IT, HR) to support procurement needs and ensure smooth execution of procurement processes
Assist in gathering stakeholder requirements and ensure alignment between procurement objectives and business needs
Help in preparing various dashboards for internal stakeholders, highlighting performance, costs, and potential improvements
Assist in maintaining procurement systems and reporting tools, helping track procurement activities and key performance indicators (KPIs)
Contribute to process improvement efforts by identifying inefficiencies or bottlenecks and suggesting solutions
Provide regular updates on procurement cost savings, performance metrics, and any challenges that need attention

Requirements:

A Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
MBA is a plus
5-8 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, and vendor management, with exposure to both IT and non-IT procurement
Strong negotiation and communication skills
Experience working with procurement tools or systems (e.g., Oracle, Ariba etc.)
Solid understanding of vendor management and contract management
Team player with a collaborative approach to work across departments

What we offer:

Commitment to fighting against all forms of discrimination
Inclusive and respectful work environment
All positions open to people with disabilities

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 02, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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