Strategic Sourcing Director

1 day ago


Delhi, India Alight Solutions Full time
Our story

At Alight, we believe a company's success starts with its people. At our core, we Champion People, help our colleagues Grow with Purpose and true to our name we encourage colleagues to Be Alight.

Our Values:

Champion People be empathetic and help create a place where everyone belongs.

Grow with purpose Be inspired by our higher calling of improving lives.

Be Alight act with integrity, be real and empower others.

Its why were so driven to connect passion with purpose. Our teams expertise in human insights and cloud technology gives companies and employees around the world the ability to power confident decisions, for life.

With a comprehensive total rewards package, continuing education and training, and tremendous potential with a growing global organization, Alight is the perfect place to put your passion to work.

Join our team if you Champion People, want to Grow with Purpose through acting with integrity and if you embody the meaning of Be Alight.

Learn more at careers.alight.com.

Job Description

Job Title: Strategic Sourcing Director (Market Research & Analytics)

Overall Summary

The Procurement Excellence Market Research & Analytics Director is a strategic, innovative, and results-oriented professional who drives organizational performance, procurement reform, and best practices in procurement. The role is responsible for implementing a Procurement Excellence program that streamlines, simplifies, and standardizes end-to-end procurement processes, policies, and governance. The role collaborates with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and stakeholders to align procurement strategies with company objectives, ensure compliance, and deliver cost savings and customer satisfaction.

KRAs

- Mastery of procurement, strategic sourcing, market research & analytics.- Lead, perform, support /enable market research and analytics initiatives to improve/enhance Procurement processes, technology, and E2E systems including P2P, S2C, and/or SRM.- Ability to synthesize information to understand and challenge category strategies to ensure supporting capabilities are in place to enable service delivery.- Proactively engage Strategic Sourcing Team to define requirements compiled from market research &analytic functions.- Relentlessly gather feedback (data, opinion, etc.) to inform continuous improvement and never satisfied with performance levels.- Keep abreast of latest trends in market research & analytics areas and regularly share information to educate the broader team.- Develop and implement data analysis strategies to optimize procurement activities, supplier performance, support business goals and drive data-driven decisions.- Utilize advanced analytics to create dashboards, forecast trends and inform strategic decisions.- Oversee the collection and analysis of large datasets to identify trends and provide actionable insights to cross-functional teams.- Manage ad-hoc analysis requests in a timely manner while understanding and meeting the needs of the stakeholder(s).- Ensure data accuracy and quality while developing dashboards and/or reports to communicate key metrics and findings to stakeholders.- Champion improvement opportunities in technology and tools to act as a change agent.- Elevate Procurement resources and tools as a strategic function.Subject Matter Expert knowledge of procurement/supply chain analytics/market research.

Desired Candidate Profile

- Minimum Required: BBA/BA/BS in business, finance, supply chain management or applicable field.- 12 - 15 Years Experience with knowledge of procurement’s market research and analytic functions. Understanding of Smartsheet, Excel and Visio preferred.- Strong background in procurement, strategic sourcing, supply chain operations, market research and/or data analytics with proven leadership skills and the ability to manage complex projects from inception to completion across multiple functions- Data-driven and analytical mindset with the ability to interpret complex data sets- Tactical and strategic sourcing solutions- Best in class procurement capabilities- Demonstrated ability to drive change and influence cross-functional teams- Ability to work in fast paced, dynamic environment and build strong internal and cross-functional relationships- Proactive problem-solving skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment- Strong attention to detail- Excellent communication skills -- written, spoken, and presentation- Demonstrated collaboration across organization- Build strong relationships with cross-functional colleagues and leadership in all regions- Strong skillset to think critically; collaborate well with team members; adaptability; flexibility; collaborating with other workstreams; team player and problem solver.- Operates independently with little oversight or guidance.- Ability to travel as required

If interested, you can send your update resume at with following details and Subject Line -" Application for Strategic Sourcing Director- Market Research & Analytics"

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Benefits

We offer programs and plans for a healthy mind, body, wallet and life because its important our benefits care for the whole person. Options include a variety of health coverage options, wellbeing and support programs, retirement, vacation and sick leave, maternity, paternity & adoption leave, continuing education, and training as well as a number of voluntary benefit options.

By applying for a position with Alight, you understand that, should you be made an offer, it will be contingent on your undergoing and successfully completing a background check consistent with Alights employment policies. Background checks may include some or all the following based on the nature of the position: SSN/SIN validation, education verification, employment verification, and criminal check, search against global sanctions and government watch lists, credit check, and/or drug test. You will be notified during the hiring process which checks are required by the position.

Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Alight is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We celebrate differences and believe in fostering an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. We know that diverse teams are stronger, more innovative, and more successful.

At Alight, we welcome and embrace all individuals, regardless of their background, and are dedicated to creating a culture that enables every employee to thrive. Join us in building a brighter, more inclusive future.

Diversity Policy Statement

Alight is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against anyone based on sex, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristics or conduct covered by federal, state or local law. In addition, we take affirmative action to employ and advance in the employment of qualified minorities, women, disabled persons, disabled veterans, and other covered veterans.

Alight provides reasonable accommodations to the known limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants for employment with disabilities and sincerely held religious beliefs, practices and observances, unless doing so would result in undue hardship. Applicants for employment may request a reasonable accommodation/modification by contacting his/her recruiter.

Authorization to work in the Employing Country

Applicants for employment in the country in which they are applying (Employing Country) must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the Employing Country and with Alight.

Note, this job description does not restrict management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job to other entities; including but not limited to subsidiaries, partners, or purchasers of Alight business units.

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