Strategic Sourcing Leader for Professional Services

3 days ago


Pune, Maharashtra, India The Edge Partnership Full time

At The Edge Partnership, we are seeking a Strategic Sourcing Leader to drive our professional services category forward.

About the Role

This is a high-profile opportunity to lead and execute sourcing and category strategy for professional services, including IT contingent labour and managed services.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Sourcing Strategy Execution: Develop and implement TPRM frameworks to ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements. Conduct supplier risk assessments and maintain performance scorecards, taking action to enhance supplier performance as necessary.
  • Category Leadership: Lead and execute sourcing and category strategy for professional services, aligned with global sourcing and growth strategies.
  • Negotiation and Contract Management: Act as lead negotiator to develop and execute favorable contractual arrangements, ensuring adherence to performance, quality, service, and security standards. Manage competitive bid processes, including RFPs, RFIs, and RFQs.
  • Compliance and Governance: Review, update, and comply with internal and global procurement policies, enforcing contract compliance and identifying value leakages. Oversee financial governance of professional services, including budget tracking, invoicing controls, and audit support.
Requirements:
  • Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. Industry-recognized certifications such as CIPS, CPSM, or equivalent are preferred.
  • Experience: 15+ years of end-to-end procurement and TPRM experience, with over 5 years in leading professional services and consulting categories for global corporates within the Indian service sector located in SPTI/SEZ.
  • Tech Skills: Exposure to Source to Pay and ERP tools, along with a strong background in Vendor Management Systems, and Procurement or Finance systems.
What We Offer:

We offer a highly competitive salary range of ₹45 lakhs - ₹60 lakhs per annum, commensurate with experience. In addition, you will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including medical insurance, retirement plan, and generous time off.



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