Job Description
**Introduction**
* As a Procurement Support Specialist or Spot/Tactical Buyer, you will actively support client procurement specialists/managers/category managers/product owners with Source to Contract (S2C) related tasks. This includes responding to procurement process and contract-related queries using information from procurement systems, tools, and agreements, and generating draft agreements using client agreement templates and data inputs.
* For the Procurement Support Specialist role, you will also be responsible for completing tactical assessments on contracts, collecting and analyzing internal/external data, communicating with client cross-functional teams and vendors, and engaging legal teams for direction.
* For the Spot/Tactical Buyer role, you will develop and execute sourcing strategies, conduct market research and supplier evaluations, negotiate contracts, manage procurement-related projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, maintain accurate records, ensure compliance with procurement policies, and seek opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
* Shift Timing: Rotational 04:30 AM / 05:30 AM to 1:30 PM (Daylight Off) OR 03:30 AM to 12:30 PM (Daylight On)
**Your role and responsibilities**
* As a Procurement Support Specialist or Spot/Tactical Buyer, you will actively support client procurement specialists/managers/category managers/product owners with Source to Contract (S2C) related tasks. This includes responding to procurement process and contract-related queries using information from procurement systems, tools, and agreements, and generating draft agreements using client agreement templates and data inputs.
* For the Procurement Support Specialist role, you will also be responsible for completing tactical assessments on contracts, collecting and analyzing internal/external data, communicating with client cross-functional teams and vendors, and engaging legal teams for direction.
* For the Spot/Tactical Buyer role, you will develop and execute sourcing strategies, conduct market research and supplier evaluations, negotiate contracts, manage procurement-related projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, maintain accurate records, ensure compliance with procurement policies, and seek opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
* Shift Timing: Rotational 04:30 AM / 05:30 AM to 1:30 PM (Daylight Off) OR 03:30 AM to 12:30 PM (Daylight On)
**Required technical and professional expertise**
* As a Procurement Support Specialist or Spot/Tactical Buyer, you will actively support client procurement specialists/managers/category managers/product owners with Source to Contract (S2C) related tasks. This includes responding to procurement process and contract-related queries using information from procurement systems, tools, and agreements, and generating draft agreements using client agreement templates and data inputs.
* For the Procurement Support Specialist role, you will also be responsible for completing tactical assessments on contracts, collecting and analyzing internal/external data, communicating with client cross-functional teams and vendors, and engaging legal teams for direction.
* For the Spot/Tactical Buyer role, you will develop and execute sourcing strategies, conduct market research and supplier evaluations, negotiate contracts, manage procurement-related projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, maintain accurate records, ensure compliance with procurement policies, and seek opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
* Shift Timing: Rotational 04:30 AM / 05:30 AM to 1:30 PM (Daylight Off) OR 03:30 AM to 12:30 PM (Daylight On)
Required Professional and Technical Expertise
* Tactical Buying - Efficient decision-making in procurement strategies.
* Spot Buying - Ability to manage one-time purchases effectively.
* RFQ Process - Expertise in handling Request for Quotation procedures.
* PR to PO Process - Strong understanding of Purchase Requisition to Purchase Order workflows.
* Contract Management - Experience in negotiating, drafting, and managing agreements.
* Source to Pay - Knowledge of the end-to-end procurement cycle, ensuring smooth transactions.
* Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
* Ability to build and maintain strong relationships.
* Procurement knowledge with adaptability to new tools and systems.
* Strong time management and problem-solving abilities.
* High accuracy and attention to detail.
* Strong data analysis and reporting capabilities.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
* Knowledge of ERP and procurement software (advantageous).
Preferred Professional and Technical Expertise
* ERP Systems: Experienced in SAP, Ariba, Coupa, Emptoris, Oracle, ServiceNow, Scout, and Fieldglass.
* Microsoft Office Suite: Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
Required Education
Associate's Degree/College Diploma
Preferred Education
Associate's Degree/College Diploma
**Preferred technical and professional experience**
* ERP Systems: Experienced in SAP, Ariba, Coupa, Emptoris, Oracle, ServiceNow, Scout, and Fieldglass.
* Microsoft Office Suite: Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
Required Education
Associate's Degree/College Diploma
Preferred Education
Associate's Degree/College Diploma
IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
* As a Procurement Support Specialist or Spot/Tactical Buyer, you will actively support client procurement specialists/managers/category managers/product owners with Source to Contract (S2C) related tasks. This includes responding to procurement process and contract-related queries using information from procurement systems, tools, and agreements, and generating draft agreements using client agreement templates and data inputs.
* For the Procurement Support Specialist role, you will also be responsible for completing tactical assessments on contracts, collecting and analyzing internal/external data, communicating with client cross-functional teams and vendors, and engaging legal teams for direction.
* For the Spot/Tactical Buyer role, you will develop and execute sourcing strategies, conduct market research and supplier evaluations, negotiate contracts, manage procurement-related projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, maintain accurate records, ensure compliance with procurement policies, and seek opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
* Shift Timing: Rotational 04:30 AM / 05:30 AM to 1:30 PM (Daylight Off) OR 03:30 AM to 12:30 PM (Daylight On)
**Your role and responsibilities**
* As a Procurement Support Specialist or Spot/Tactical Buyer, you will actively support client procurement specialists/managers/category managers/product owners with Source to Contract (S2C) related tasks. This includes responding to procurement process and contract-related queries using information from procurement systems, tools, and agreements, and generating draft agreements using client agreement templates and data inputs.
* For the Procurement Support Specialist role, you will also be responsible for completing tactical assessments on contracts, collecting and analyzing internal/external data, communicating with client cross-functional teams and vendors, and engaging legal teams for direction.
* For the Spot/Tactical Buyer role, you will develop and execute sourcing strategies, conduct market research and supplier evaluations, negotiate contracts, manage procurement-related projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, maintain accurate records, ensure compliance with procurement policies, and seek opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
* Shift Timing: Rotational 04:30 AM / 05:30 AM to 1:30 PM (Daylight Off) OR 03:30 AM to 12:30 PM (Daylight On)
**Required technical and professional expertise**
* As a Procurement Support Specialist or Spot/Tactical Buyer, you will actively support client procurement specialists/managers/category managers/product owners with Source to Contract (S2C) related tasks. This includes responding to procurement process and contract-related queries using information from procurement systems, tools, and agreements, and generating draft agreements using client agreement templates and data inputs.
* For the Procurement Support Specialist role, you will also be responsible for completing tactical assessments on contracts, collecting and analyzing internal/external data, communicating with client cross-functional teams and vendors, and engaging legal teams for direction.
* For the Spot/Tactical Buyer role, you will develop and execute sourcing strategies, conduct market research and supplier evaluations, negotiate contracts, manage procurement-related projects, collaborate with cross-functional teams, maintain accurate records, ensure compliance with procurement policies, and seek opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
* Shift Timing: Rotational 04:30 AM / 05:30 AM to 1:30 PM (Daylight Off) OR 03:30 AM to 12:30 PM (Daylight On)
Required Professional and Technical Expertise
* Tactical Buying - Efficient decision-making in procurement strategies.
* Spot Buying - Ability to manage one-time purchases effectively.
* RFQ Process - Expertise in handling Request for Quotation procedures.
* PR to PO Process - Strong understanding of Purchase Requisition to Purchase Order workflows.
* Contract Management - Experience in negotiating, drafting, and managing agreements.
* Source to Pay - Knowledge of the end-to-end procurement cycle, ensuring smooth transactions.
* Excellent communication skills (written and verbal).
* Ability to build and maintain strong relationships.
* Procurement knowledge with adaptability to new tools and systems.
* Strong time management and problem-solving abilities.
* High accuracy and attention to detail.
* Strong data analysis and reporting capabilities.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
* Knowledge of ERP and procurement software (advantageous).
Preferred Professional and Technical Expertise
* ERP Systems: Experienced in SAP, Ariba, Coupa, Emptoris, Oracle, ServiceNow, Scout, and Fieldglass.
* Microsoft Office Suite: Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
Required Education
Associate's Degree/College Diploma
Preferred Education
Associate's Degree/College Diploma
**Preferred technical and professional experience**
* ERP Systems: Experienced in SAP, Ariba, Coupa, Emptoris, Oracle, ServiceNow, Scout, and Fieldglass.
* Microsoft Office Suite: Advanced proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
Required Education
Associate's Degree/College Diploma
Preferred Education
Associate's Degree/College Diploma
IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
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