Job Description

The purpose of this position is to oversee the process and policies surrounding indirect purchase requisitions and purchase order creation. As the subject matter expert, the individual will provide education to end users on purchasing policies and the systems used to facilitate the creation and approval of the purchase orders including the receiving tasks. The individual will be a key contributor in overall operations of the Tradeshift platform and oversee the PR/PO process. The Sr. Purchasing Analyst will assume a wide range of responsibilities and must be flexible. In addition to coaching the outsourced team who assists the business in creating their purchase orders, this person will also be responsible for change management communications for all users when there are changes within the Tradeshift or S/4 system as well as any changes to process or policy. They will also oversee/manage the live chat session with requestors/approvers and other team members as a means both to resolve issues and provide ongoing training to users.Prepare and analyze reports, both internal and external, requiring the selection and interpretation of dataPrepare and validate process data to ensure Indirect Purchasing is operating and functioning properlyGRIR analysis and oversightWork with P2P Manager and Tradeshift team for OCM communications.Manage Procurement Assistants and the PR/PO teamRollout and manage the Live Chat session for internal supportProgram testing and Tradeshift enhancements/supportTrouble shooting of various Purchasing functionsAddress S4 systems issues, test, and implement accordingly.Write and maintain adequate documentation to support and describe current work processesProvide support within the team as needed to meet work deadlinesIdentify and implement process improvements including simplification and automation goalsBasic Qualifications:Bachelor's degree (5+ years of combined college education and work experience may be substituted for a degree)Strong analytical skillsExcellent oral and written communication skillsMinimum 3 years of accounting or purchasing experienceStrong computer literacy with MS Office products, particularly Excel, Word and PowerPointExperience in previous purchasing role/AP/GRIRExperience/comfortable working with external partnersProactive doesnt hesitate to follow up and follows through on goals/commitmentsAble to juggle multiple tasks which includes ability to prioritize and communicateCan hold people accountable, give clear direction with deadlinesAdditional Qualifications:Ability to independently analyze and complete complex requisition to receipt processStrong problem solving and analytical skillsAbility to build relationships with team members and customers to drive resultsEffective customer service and communication skillsLOCATION IND, GBS Office BengaluruFULL TIME/PART TIME Full time

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