Thoucentric
Location
Bangalore | India
Job description
This role requires the individual to assist clients in Source-to-Contract (S2C) engagements, Procure-to-Pay (P2P) operations/ transformation initiatives ranging from operational improvement, strategic cost reduction initiatives, change management workstreams to system/tool implementation at a global scale.
He/she is responsible for managing internal stakeholders, external partners, successfully lead technology-based transformation efforts, and support with leadership updates. He/she should have strong analytical skills and the ability to collect, organize, analyze , and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy. He/she would work with cross-functional teams and business leads to ensure project deliverables, manage risks or escalations, and seek support on roadblocks.
Independently manage end-to-end technology lead Digital transformation workstreams for Procure to Pay processes for either direct or indirect spend category with complete ownership to meet client requirements, cost reduction targets, compliance, and improvement on KPIs
Drive continuous improvement opportunity projects to drive productivity or reducing process cycle time
Demonstrate ability in managing IT projects for Procurement-
Collaborating with implementation partners to ensure a detailed transition approach and plans for individual geographies/business portfolios
Aligning with key stakeholders (Procurement Directors, Business Leads, Delivery Leads, and others) on plan
Working with transformation PMO to proactively identify risks and mitigation approaches
Working with support functions and transformation teams to ensure the project receives the right enablement at the right time
Supporting Change Management activities to prepare the client for deployment and adoption (Change Program, Operating Model Organizational alignment, Communications, Trainings)
Conduct clients current capabilities evaluation and gap assessment, alternatives assessment and develop strategic ways-to-play for the client to stay ahead of the curve
Lead right from process diagnostic and initial opportunity assessment to planning and strategy development through implementation
Must have:
Extensive hands-on experience (at least 2- 6 years) in either Source-to-Contract engagements or Procure-to-Pay process implementation/improvement for Fortune 500 companies
Working and hands-on knowledge of ERP tools and best-in-class S2P tools - e.g. SAP Ariba/ Coupa/ Zycus, etc.
4 - 8 years of progressive industry and/or consulting experience in FMCG, FB, IT/High-tech, Industrial/Consumer Goods, Retail, or Manufacturing .
Strong negotiation skills, good interpersonal skills, and ability to work in a cross-functional global organization
Prior experience in team management with strong stakeholder management skills the ability to work with remote teams
Experience in analyzing client s processes and operational data to identify opportunities, develop insights and prepare a business case to deliver procurement transformational projects .
Good to have
Certification such as CSCP, CPM, SPSM is a plus
Digital Procurement Transformation experience with Procurement tech implementation
Educational Qualifications:
Strong educational background from reputed engineering and management schools
Personal Attributes:
Strong customer-centric focus, relationship management with key partners, persuasive, proactive, and can-do attitude is a must
English: Fluent, written, and oral (ability to interact with senior stakeholders)
Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment and meet tight deadlines.
Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines, and reporting.
Strong work ethics and ability to adhere to timelines
Compassionate towards team members and colleagues
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