Skill required: Strategic Sourcing - Supplier Relationship Management
Designation: Procurement Practice Senior Analyst
Qualifications:B.B.M
Years of Experience:5 to 8 years
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What would you do? As a part of sourcing and contracting you will be supporting the travel & mobility Category Management Team with allocated sourcing projects in line with global/regional category strategies
What are we looking for? Qualifications:
- Bachelor s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or contract management, preferably within the travel and mobility sector.
- Strong negotiation skills and experience in drafting and managing supplier contracts.
- Excellent understanding of procurement processes and best practices.
- Familiarity with regional and local legislation affecting procurement and contracting.
- Proficiency in using contract management software and other procurement tools.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to conduct market research and identify potential suppliers.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and suppliers.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Roles and Responsibilities: Key Responsibilities:
Sourcing Management:
- Support the EMEA Travel & Mobility Category Management Team with allocated sourcing projects in line with global/regional category strategies.
- Assist in the roll-out of regional and local sourcing initiatives across the EMEA region.
- Actively participate in category community calls to share insights, updates, and foster team spirit at the local level.
Contract Management:
- Support negotiation of supplier contracts, including establishing best practice metrics and Service Level Agreements (SLAs), in collaboration with the Legal department.
- Ensure the implementation of Local Country Addendums to regional agreements.
- Maintain compliance with local legislation and Accenture internal policies throughout the contracting process.
- Manage the signature process of supplier contracts by both parties.
- Store signed contracts in the designated contracts repository and archiving tools for easy access and reference.
Key Competencies:
- Attention to Detail: Ensure accuracy in contract management and compliance with policies and regulations.
- Team Collaboration: Foster a positive team spirit and actively participate in community calls.
- Problem Solving: Proactively address challenges and identify solutions in sourcing and contracting processes.
- Organizational Skills: Efficiently manage multiple projects and maintain organized records of contracts and supplier information.
B.B.M
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