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Senior Procurement Associate
Gurgaon, Haryana, IndiaWe are looking for a high-performing individual to serve as a Senior Procurement Associate for our Global Sourcing and Procurement function in India. This role requires a detailed understanding of the Procurement cycle, Procure-to-pay processes and proven experience with integrating business processes and policies. The candidate will collaborate with internal & external teams and management. To be a successful candidate, he/she needs to be self-motivated and comfortable working in flexible shift timings.DISCOVER your opportunityWhat will your essential responsibilities include?\xc2\xb7 Support business colleagues with Procurement tools (Coupa), Procure to activities: PR-PO, Supplier Onboarding, Workflow Management, User Management, Supplier Portal etc.\xc2\xb7 Support the Supplier Onboarding process on the Coupa P2P system.\xc2\xb7 Support management reporting and prepare monthly Procurement dashboards & reports.\xc2\xb7 Conduct training to onboard suppliers on the Coupa Supplier Portal. For suppliers reluctant to do it, the power of persuasion will be needed.\xc2\xb7 Actively manage Procurement Operations communication channels to provide functional support.\xc2\xb7 Closely monitor the PO cycle and action for unattended Procurement liabilities.\xc2\xb7 Support with Procurement/Sourcing back-office activities, including SLAs, KPIs, Spend Analysis, Process Transformation and Continuous Improvement process.\xc2\xb7 Perform periodic reviews to ensure the process is fully compliant with Procurement & company policies.\xc2\xb7 Identify opportunities for Continuous Improvement or Innovative Business Ideas for upscaling the P2P process, customer feedback, reducing cycle time etc.You will report to the Dy. Manager \xe2\x80\x93 Procurement Operations.QualificationsSHARE your talentWe\xe2\x80\x99re looking for someone who has these abilities and skills:Required Skills and Abilities:\xc2\xb7 Experience working in ERP/Procurement systems (preferably Coupa/SAP/Ariba).\xc2\xb7 Relevant years of working experience in the Procurement domain supporting day-to-day operations & reporting.\xc2\xb7 Good understanding of Procurement Life Cycle and Procurement Operations activities.\xc2\xb7 Excellent written/verbal skillset for business communications/meetings with internal/external stakeholders.\xc2\xb7 Excellent working knowledge of MS Office suite and preferably with working knowledge of reporting tools like PowerBI, QlikView etc.Desired Skills and Abilities:\xc2\xb7 Analytical Abilities \xe2\x80\x93 Ability to analyze expenditure from various aspects (Cost, Expenditure Type, Department, Cost Center etc.) and support management need of information.\xc2\xb7 A knack for negotiation and influencing people.\xc2\xb7 Bent of mind towards cost savings/optimization through analysis and decision support.\xc2\xb7 Bent of mind towards Process transformation and Continuous improvement.\xc2\xb7 Preferably with Postgraduate/Graduate/Certification in the Procurement domain.\xc2\xb7 Preferably with experience in Supplier Onboarding, Supplier Portal & Contract Management.FIND your futureAXA XL, the P&C and speciality risk division of AXA, is known for solving complex risks. For mid-sized companies, multinationals and even some inspirational individuals we don\xe2\x80\x99t just provide re/insurance, we reinvent it.How? By combining a comprehensive and efficient capital platform, data-driven insights, leading technology, and the best talent in an agile and inclusive workspace, empowered to deliver top client service across all our lines of business \xe2\x88\x92 property, casualty, professional, financial lines, and speciality.With an innovative and flexible approach to risk solutions, we partner with those who move the world forward.Learn more atInclusion & DiversityAXA XL is committed to equal employment opportunity and will consider applicants regardless of gender, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity and origins, marital status, religion, disability, or any other protected characteristic.At AXA XL, we know that an inclusive culture and a diverse workforce enable business growth and are critical to our success. That\xe2\x80\x99s why we have made a strategic commitment to attract, develop, advance and retain the most diverse workforce possible, and create an inclusive culture where everyone can bring their full selves to work and can reach their highest potential. It\xe2\x80\x99s about helping one another \xe2\x80\x94 and our business \xe2\x80\x94 to move forward and succeed.

• Five Business Resource Groups focused on gender, LGBTQ+, ethnicity and origins, disability and inclusion with 20 Chapters around the globe
• Robust support for Flexible Working Arrangements
• Enhanced family-friendly leave benefits
• Named to the Diversity Best Practices Index
• Signatory to the UK Women in Finance Charter

Learn more at . AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer.SustainabilityAt AXA XL, Sustainability is integral to our business strategy. In an ever-changing world, AXA XL protects what matters most for our clients and communities. We know that sustainability is at the root of a more resilient future. Our 2023-26 Sustainability strategy, called \xe2\x80\x9cRoots of resilience\xe2\x80\x9d, focuses on protecting natural ecosystems, addressing climate change, and embedding sustainable practices across our operations.Our Pillars:

• Valuing nature: How we impact nature affects how nature impacts us. Resilient ecosystems - the foundation of a sustainable planet and society \xe2\x80\x93 are essential to our future. We\xe2\x80\x99re committed to protecting and restoring nature \xe2\x80\x93 from mangrove forests to the bees in our backyard \xe2\x80\x93 by increasing biodiversity awareness and inspiring clients and colleagues to put nature at the heart of their plans.
• Addressing climate change: The effects of a changing climate are far-reaching and significant. Unpredictable weather, increasing temperatures, and rising sea levels cause both social inequalities and environmental disruption. We\'re building a net zero strategy, developing insurance products and services, and mobilising to advance thought leadership and investment in societal-led solutions.
• Integrating ESG: All companies have a role to play in building a more resilient future. Incorporating ESG considerations into our internal processes and practices builds resilience from the roots of our business. We\xe2\x80\x99re training our colleagues, engaging our external partners, and evolving our sustainability governance and reporting.
• AXA Hearts in Action: We have established volunteering and charitable giving programs to help colleagues support causes that matter most to them, known as AXA XL\xe2\x80\x99s \xe2\x80\x9cHearts in Action\xe2\x80\x9d programs. These include our Matching Gifts program, Volunteering Leave, and our annual volunteering day \xe2\x80\x93 the Global Day of Giving.

For more information, please see axaxl.com/sustainability.

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