Responsibilities Strategy Planning and Core Procurement - Understand the Techno-Commercial strategy and implement Group-wide CPO specific and BU specific strategic initiatives as per plan - Assist in reviewing approved PR from user departments seek additional information if required for correctness and completeness of PR - Identify the type and method of procurement e g normal vs emergency PR stocks available availability of rate contract value delivery timeline - Participate in the selection of bidding processes preparation of vendor selection approach and vendor evaluation criteria - Evaluate technical and commercial bids conduct fact-based negotiations and prepare Notes for Approval NFA for selected bidders - Prepare the request for information RFI and request for proposal RFP documents - Identify potential bidders and organize pre-bid meetings to ensure a competitive and transparent bidding process - Prepare contract documents maintain records and ensure compliance with procurement regulations - Prepare Business Bill Upload BBU and get it uploaded in SAP to maintain accurate and up-to-date procurement records and facilitate efficient financial management - Address resolve or re-allocate queries raised by vendors or internal stakeholders during delivery expediting - Prepare change orders amendments in orders and facilitate contract closures - Manage inbound logistics services and execute contingency plans as needed Supplier Management - Coordinate with current vendors to obtain necessary documents for evaluation - Prepare vendor evaluation criteria and update the approved vendor list in coordination with Vendor Development Lead - Populate data and documents into the system to create vendor codes in SAP - Prepare vendor segmentation matrix and performance evaluation criteria along with Vendor Development Team Data Analytics - Assist in collecting and analyzing data related to procurement activities - Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and value through data