Sr Procurement Specialist

Senior Procurement Specialist

Location: Vadodara
Experience: 4-6 Years

Position Summary

Support global procurement operations through sourcing, supplier management, procurement analytics, risk & compliance activities, and operational procurement support. Partner with internal stakeholders and suppliers to drive efficiently, compliance, and continuous improvement across the procurement lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage purchase requisitions, purchase orders, RFQs, and sourcing activities.
• Evaluate supplier quotations and support supplier selection processes.
• Monitor supplier performance through scorecards, KPI tracking, and periodic reviews.
• Conduct supplier due diligence, risk assessments, and compliance reviews, including contracts and certifications.
• Prepare procurement reports, spend analysis, and performance dashboards to support business decisions.
• Support supplier diversity initiatives and maintain related reporting.
• Utilize AI tools and digital procurement platforms to improve efficiency, reporting, and decision-making.
• Collaborate with US/global stakeholders and suppliers to resolve procurement issues and drive process improvements.
• Maintain procurement documentation and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.

Required Skills & Experience

• 4-6 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain operations.
• Strong understanding of end-to-end procurement lifecycle.
• Experience in requisition and PO processing.
• Knowledge of supplier management, scorecards, risk assessments, and compliance reviews.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills.
• Experience with procurement and financial tracking systems.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work effectively with US/global teams.
• Experience using AI tools and digital productivity applications.
• Willingness to work flexible shifts when required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting supplier diversity programs.
• Exposure to procurement analytics and spend management.
• Knowledge of sourcing and contract management processes.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or a related field.