Job Responsibilities:
Understand full requirements from PR requester/user, including scope of work or material/service specifications.
Float RFQs via AI-enabled Fair market portal (or procurement tools like Ariba) to relevant suppliers, ensuring award within desired turnaround time (TAT).
Deliver cost reductions and cost avoidance through effective sourcing.
Maintain active communication with stakeholders and suppliers, fostering collaborative relationships.
Establish and utilize a site support network (planners, schedulers) for timely acquisition of site-managed materials/services.
Act as an indirect procurement contact for urgent orders within DOA limits.
Ensure explicit two-way communication with stakeholders across multiple global sites to fully understand requirements.
Adhere strictly to procurement strategy for maximum cost effectiveness on a country/regional level.
Serve as Subject Matter Expert for SAP procurement processes and systems, especially Ariba.
Support vendor communication and process compliance (PO, invoicing).
Facilitate alternative sourcing for obsolete materials/vendors.




Manage vendor extensions to other company codes and current vendor onboarding in SAP.
Facilitate vendor updates for banking, tax, contact details, and PO email routing.
Drive continuous improvement and track S2C KPIs such as vendor engagement, TAT delays, contract utilization.
Support governance of S2C policies and category strategy compliance.

Education & Experience:
Bachelor's degree preferred (or recognized equivalent).
2+ years relevant experience with degree; 6+ years without degree.
Mandatory experience using SAP ERP (ECC, VIM) and Ariba procurement processes.
Advanced written and spoken English communication skills.
German and French language skills preferred.
Good Excel skills required.

Competencies:
Collaborates effectively across teams.
Cultivates innovation and continuous improvement.
Solid business focus with results-driven mindset.
Ensures accountability and follows through on commitments.
Instills trust and demonstrates integrity.
Functional knowledge of requisitioning, procurement, contracting, and DPO (Direct Procurement Order) processes.

📌 Sourcing Specialist Mumbai
🏢 Nouryon
📍 Mumbai