Purchasing Associate
Logistics, Sales & Operations · Supply Chain & Transport · Procurement
In short
Purchasing Associate needed in Pune, India with experience in Procurement or Procure-to-Pay (P2P) operations, including PO creation, GR processing, and supplier query management. Must have strong knowledge of procurement tools like SAP ECC, S4 Hana, Ariba, and ServiceNow.
Responsibilities
- Execute transactional and replenishment activities in line with sourcing strategies.
- Ensure process compliance.
- Create Purchase Orders based on approved Purchase Requisitions.
- Confirm orders with Suppliers for Critical Items.
- Reconcile GRIR for Indirect Purchases and meet set targets.
- Manage aged Purchase Orders according to guidelines.
- Resolve invoice queries from internal/external stakeholders.
- Comply with global supplier management processes and stay updated on developments.
- Update Supply Manager and stakeholders on operational purchasing issues and share best practices.
- Report system issues to the relevant supplier management contact.
- Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
- Communicate updates and new developments to relevant stakeholders.
- Monitor operational dashboard KPIs/Metrics and drive actions to achieve targets.
Requirements
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in any discipline.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
- Minimum 1-5 years of relevant experience.
- Well versed in SAP ECC and S4 Hana.
- Supplier Management Process Knowledge.
- Action oriented.
- Assertive.
- Ability to work under deadlines.
- Team Player.
- Proactive communication.
- Ability to communicate effectively with cross-border stakeholders.
Desired Qualifications
- Working knowledge of any foreign Asian language is an added advantage.
- Working knowledge of Ariba would be an added advantage.
Benefits
- A variety of exciting challenges with ample opportunities for development and training in a truly global landscape.
- A culture that pioneers a spirit of innovation where industry experts drive visible results.
- An equal opportunity employment experience that values diversity and inclusion.
- Market competitive compensation and benefits with flexible working arrangements.
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