Job Description

Our storyAt Alight, we believe a company\xe2\x80\x99s success starts with its people. At our core, we Champion People, help our colleagues Grow with Purpose and true to our name we encourage colleagues to \xe2\x80\x9cBe Alight.\xe2\x80\x9dOur Values:Champion People \xe2\x80\x93 be empathetic and help create a place where everyone belongs.Grow with purpose \xe2\x80\x93 Be inspired by our higher calling of improving lives.Be Alight \xe2\x80\x93 act with integrity, be real and empower others.It\xe2\x80\x99s why we\xe2\x80\x99re so driven to connect passion with purpose. Our team\xe2\x80\x99s expertise in human insights and cloud technology gives companies and employees around the world the ability to power confident decisions, for life.With a comprehensive total rewards package, continuing education and training, and tremendous potential with a growing global organization, Alight is the perfect place to put your passion to work.Join our team if you Champion People, want to Grow with Purpose through acting with integrity and if you embody the meaning of Be Alight.Learn more at careers.alight.com.Role :The candidate would be part of the Global Center of Excellence Team which is engaged into end to end Procurement and Sourcing of goods and services globally for the organization. Work with the Global Category Manager to develop and execute category strategy for IT, Telecom & Indirect procurement. Manage procurement project independently coordinating with stake holders (Legal, Business and Finance). Achieve business savings and value. The Procurement Specialist will identify and manage suppliers in multiple categories.This would be an Individual Contributor role based in Hyderabad, Telangana.Skills necessary to be successful in this role are as given below: Tableau expert with procurement knowledge who can Visualize and Analyze data Provide technical advice and show expertise in upcoming Tableau enhancements. Data Preservation and hands on experience in OLAP proficiency in SQL, rational databases, and normalization. Competency in query and reporting analysis tools. Familiarity with Excel (macros, pivot tables, etc.). Extensive experience in developing, maintaining, and managing Tableau driven dashboards and analytics. Analyzing procurement data, vendor performance, and cost optimization strategies. Familiarity with procurement terminology, supplier management, and contract management is essential.Soft Skills: Fluent in English, verbal and written. Able to work on multiple assignments Able to work at times in a fast-paced environment whilst maintaining accuracy. Hands-on/practical approach, self-starter, team player. Out of the box solutions-thinking attitude. Ability to deal with ambiguity. Good knowledge of Outlook, SharePoint & SmartsheetEducation / Qualifications:Education: Preferred Business Graduates, Technology Graduates, MBA or Equivalent University Degree, Certifications from a globally recognized would be an added advantage (Six Sigma/ PMP)We offer Access to a large global, non-hierarchical company, with approachable senior leadership. An environment where strong performers can grow and own of their own career path. An output driven culture where flexibility is encouraged, as long as the job gets done! An opportunity to work and gain experience in multiple categories of spend for Alight Solutions.About alight Solutions.We are uniquely positioned to help HR leaders unlock the true value of their diverse workforce, wherever they are. We focus on customer value, based on almost 50 years of experience in HR consulting, HR outsourcing and HR technology. Innovation is the foundation of our business and why we are recognized as a market leader in HR & Payroll.We enable our clients to become better employers by designing, deploying, maintaining and operating HR-as-a-service. Our HR business process services cover workforce management, time and attendance, local, regional and global payroll, talent administration, and people analytics.We have been a leading provider of HR solutions for almost 50 years. We are recognized as a driver of innovation in HR by leading market observers. Our more than 5,300 employees in 35 countries administer and reward 3 million employees in over 100 countries.Our Global Procurement team is engaged into the Sourcing & Procurement of products and services for Direct & Indirect categories. Global Procurement has intimate knowledge of NGA\xe2\x80\x99s procure to pay processes, contractual templates, supply base, category expertise and spend analytics across all business units and regions.Flexible WorkingSo that you can be your best at work and home, we consider flexible working arrangements wherever possible. Alight has been a leader in the flexible workspace and \xe2\x80\x9cTop 100 Company for Remote Jobs\xe2\x80\x9d 5 years in a row.BenefitsWe offer programs and plans for a healthy mind, body, wallet and life because it\xe2\x80\x99s important our benefits care for the whole person. Options include a variety of health coverage options, wellbeing and support programs, retirement, vacation and sick leave, maternity, paternity & adoption leave, continuing education and training as well as a number of voluntary benefit options.By applying for a position with Alight, you understand that, should you be made an offer, it will be contingent on your undergoing and successfully completing a background check consistent with Alight\xe2\x80\x99s employment policies. Background checks may include some or all the following based on the nature of the position: SSN/SIN validation, education verification, employment verification, and criminal check, search against global sanctions and government watch lists, credit check, and/or drug test. You will be notified during the hiring process which checks are required by the position.Our commitment to Diversity and InclusionAlight is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We celebrate differences and believe in fostering an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. We know that diverse teams are stronger, more innovative, and more successful.At Alight, we welcome and embrace all individuals, regardless of their background, and are dedicated to creating a culture that enables every employee to thrive. Join us in building a brighter, more inclusive future.Diversity Policy StatementAlight is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against anyone based on sex, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristics or conduct covered by federal, state or local law. In addition, we take affirmative action to employ and advance in the employment of qualified minorities, women, disabled persons, disabled veterans and other covered veterans.Alight provides reasonable accommodations to the known limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants for employment with disabilities and sincerely held religious beliefs, practices and observances, unless doing so would result in undue hardship. Applicants for employment may request a reasonable accommodation/modification by contacting his/her recruiter.Authorization to work in the Employing CountryApplicants for employment in the country in which they are applying (Employing Country) must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the Employing Country and with Alight.Note, this job description does not restrict management\'s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job to other entities; including but not limited to subsidiaries, partners, or purchasers of Alight business units.We offer you a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization.Pay Transparency Statement: Alight considers a variety of factors in determining whether to extend an offer of employment and in setting the appropriate compensation level, including, but not limited to, a candidate\xe2\x80\x99s experience, education, certification/credentials, market data, internal equity, and geography. Alight makes these decisions on an individualized, non-discriminatory basis. Bonus and/or incentive eligibility are determined by role and level. Alight also offers a comprehensive benefits package; for specific details on our benefits package, please visit:DISCLAIMER:Nothing in this job description restricts management\'s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job to other entities; including but not limited to subsidiaries, partners, or purchasers of Alight business units. .

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