Tactical Sourcing Buyer Jobs in Bangalore - IBM

Introduction
Take your career to the next level as a Fulfillment Professional with IBM. By nurturing relationships, taking ownership of problem resolution, managing transaction requirements, and applying effective research, you will guarantee our client satisfaction and sales productivity. Our clients are our future, and your successful support is what brings IBM to the next level.


Your Role and Responsibilities
As a Tactical Sourcing your prime responsibility is covering, but not limited to -
Procures basic goods and services, obtains quotation, develops proposals and/or negotiates contracts of low to moderate value/risk consistent with customer requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for supporting procurement activities within the region or geography
• Works under the guidance of IBM's worldwide procurement teams, Interfaces with suppliers on issues that affect supplier operations and IBM strategic supply issues
• Implement supply chain initiatives that provide end-to-end integrated opportunities for efficiency
• Responsible for establishing, executing and tracking project plans, utilizing fundamental project management techniques, within specific areas of responsibility
• On higher risk contracts, may work under the direction of more senior representatives Communicates/negotiates with supplier and customer counterparts and management
• Assists in the development of business strategies to accomplish business unit objectives
• Monitors industry to maintain awareness of current practices
• Performs low to moderate risk/complexity supplier evaluations and selections
• Assists in supplier evaluations and selections of a moderately complex nature
• Assumes additional responsibilities as assigned.
• Positive Attitude, Planning, Curiosity, Self-discipline, Ability to work in Rotational Shift

Required Technical and Professional Expertise

• Minimum 5 – 6 years of experience in Procurement
• Should have at least 3-5 years relevant experience in sourcing / procurement.
• Proven Soft skills with capabilities with strong ownership & accountability
  Must be a quick learner, good team player and an effective problem-solver, self-motivated; able to work independently
  

Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise

• Strategic Sourcing Experience

About Business Unit
The IBM Finance organization is responsible for driving enterprise performance and transformation.  We are the financial stewards of IBM, delivering IBM’s financial strategy, developing new business models, and mitigating enterprise risk. Do you have a passion for creating business value? Join our team in accounting, financial planning, pricing, business controls, tax, treasury, business development (acquisitions & divestitures), and global financing.


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About IBM
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Location Statement
For additional information about location requirements, please discuss with the recruiter following submission of your application.


Being You @ IBM
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