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Job Description
The Director - Procurement will be responsible for spearheading end-to-end procurement for India as a region, supporting both local and global business requirements. The role will have a strong focus on technology services procurement, along with other indirect procurement categories.
The incumbent will drive strategic sourcing, negotiations, RFX management, vendor governance, cost optimization, and spend management, while leading a small procurement team and partnering closely with senior stakeholders across functions.
Procurement Strategy & Leadership:
- Lead and execute the India procurement strategy, aligned with regional and global objectives.
- Act as a strategic partner to business, finance, IT, and leadership teams on sourcing and commercial decisions.
- Ensure consistent procurement processes, governance, and compliance with organizational policies.
Technology & Services Procurement:
- Lead procurement for technology services, including IT services, digital, software, SaaS, cloud, and managed services.
- Support sourcing across other indirect procurement categories as required.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure value-driven and timely procurement outcomes.
Vendor Management:
- Build and manage a strong vendor ecosystem with defined performance metrics and governance mechanisms.
- Drive vendor rationalization, preferred supplier programs, and long-term partnerships.
- Conduct regular vendor reviews to ensure service quality, cost competitiveness, and compliance.
Cost Optimization & Spend Management:
- Drive cost savings and cost avoidance initiatives through strategic sourcing and negotiations.
- Monitor and manage procurement spend, ensuring transparency and control.
- Track savings and continuously identify opportunities for efficiency improvement.
Team Management:
- Lead, mentor, and develop a small procurement team in India.
- Set clear goals, performance metrics, and capability development plans.
- Foster a collaborative and execution-focused team culture.
Skills
ProcurementIT ProcurementIT Vendor ManagementVendor ManagementSourcing HeadSourcingProcurement HeadProcurementIf a job posting appears fraudulent, asks for payment, contains misleading information, or violates our guidelines, please report it immediately. Our team will review it promptly, Jobaaj does not charge any fee from the applicants.
About Company
Peoplefy Infosolutions is a prominent provider of human resources and staffing solutions, catering to diverse industries worldwide. With a focus on talent acquisition, Peoplefy offers comprehensive recruitment services, including executive search, temporary staffing, and project-based hiring. Their tailored approach and extensive network enable them to match skilled professionals with the right opportunities efficiently. Peoplefy's commitment to excellence and client satisfaction sets them apart, ensuring seamless workforce management and strategic HR support for organizations of all sizes. Whether it's finding top-tier talent or managing workforce challenges, Peoplefy Infosolutions is dedicated to driving success through people-centric solutions.
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