Sourcing Support Senior Expert

YOUR TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

•    Price Update: Monitor and initiate price updates in procurement systems, align with demand owners and suppliers, support calculation index-based updates, additional approvals, documentation, and ensure readiness for processing.
•    Sourcing Adjacent: Support tail spend optimization and approvals, assist in system content maintenance, provide initial analysis and reporting, and handle supplier and stakeholder queries.
•    Digital & Analytical Capabilities: Use procurement platforms (SAP, Ariba) and analytical tools to validate data and prepare reports.
•    Stakeholder Management & Communication: Support collaboration with business requesters, country partners, and suppliers through clear and impactful communication.
•    Operational Support: Provide support in various operational activities such as order price, pay term validation, checks in SAP, PO reopening for necessary adjustments, and handling quotation requests to ensure the best supplier selection.
•    Contract Management: Support activities related to contracts, including amendments, extensions, and terminations, ensuring compliance and efficiency in the contracting process.

WHO YOU ARE

•    Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
•    Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in procurement operations or supply chain management with focus on strategic sourcing.
•    Technical Skills: Proficiency in procurement systems (e.g., SAP, Ariba) and Microsoft Office Suite.
•    Strategic Sourcing Experience: Demonstrated experience and knowledge in sourcing, market analysis, and sourcing strategy development.
•    Languages: Proficiency in English is required; other languages are an advantage.
•    Soft Skills: Effective communication and collaboration, problem-solving skills, analytical skills, attention to detail, and time management.
•    Other Skills: Accountability, stakeholder management, and decision-making abilities.