About This Role
<p><b>Senior Procurement Specialist</b></p><p><b>Location:</b> Vadodara<br /><b>Experience:</b> 4-6 Years</p><p><b>Position Summary</b></p><p>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.</p><p><b>Key Responsibilities</b></p><ul><li>Manage purchase requisitions, purchase orders, RFQs, and sourcing activities.</li><li>Evaluate supplier quotations and support supplier selection processes.</li><li>Monitor supplier performance through scorecards, KPI tracking, and periodic reviews.</li><li>Conduct supplier due diligence, risk assessments, and compliance reviews, including contracts and certifications.</li><li>Prepare procurement reports, spend analysis, and performance dashboards to support business decisions.</li><li>Support supplier diversity initiatives and maintain related reporting.</li><li>Utilize AI tools and digital procurement platforms to improve efficiency, reporting, and decision-making.</li><li>Collaborate with US/global stakeholders and suppliers to resolve procurement issues and drive process improvements.</li><li>Maintain procurement documentation and ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.</li></ul><p><b>Required Skills & Experience</b></p><ul><li>4-6 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain operations.</li><li>Strong understanding of end-to-end procurement lifecycle.</li><li>Experience in requisition and PO processing.</li><li>Knowledge of supplier management, scorecards, risk assessments, and compliance reviews.</li><li>Strong analytical and reporting skills.</li><li>Experience with procurement and financial tracking systems.</li><li>Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.</li><li>Ability to work effectively with US/global teams.</li><li>Experience using AI tools and digital productivity applications.</li><li>Willingness to work flexible shifts when required.</li></ul><p><b>Preferred Qualifications</b></p><ul><li>Experience supporting supplier diversity programs.</li><li>Exposure to procurement analytics and spend management.</li><li>Knowledge of sourcing and contract management processes.</li><li>Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or a related field.</li></ul><p> </p>