Avp, Ops Sourcing

**_With a startup spirit and 115,000 + curious and courageous minds, we have the expertise to go deep with the world’s biggest brands—and we have fun doing it We dream in digital, dare in reality, and reinvent the ways companies work to make an impact far bigger than just our bottom line. We’re harnessing the power of technology and humanity to create meaningful transformation that moves us forward in our pursuit of a world that works better for people._**_ _**

**_Now, we’re calling upon the thinkers and doers, those with a natural curiosity and a hunger to keep learning, keep growing. People who thrive on fearlessly experimenting, seizing opportunities, and pushing boundaries to turn our vision into reality. And as you help us create a better world, we will help you build your own intellectual firepower._**

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**_Welcome to the relentless pursuit of better._**

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**_ In this role, will be leading the delivery of strategic sourcing projects on behalf of our clients and/or Stakeholders. Support end-to-end delivery of Category specific Global Procurement Transformation programs to improve processes, systems capabilities and business relationship management for Clients._**

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**_ Responsibilities_**:**_ _**
- **_Lead the achievement of value savings targets through delivery of a portfolio of strategic sourcing projects (with a focus on total cost management: unit price reduction, demand/specifications management, enhanced compliance and broader business change through innovation) _**
- **_Work closely with the client’s Senior Sourcing & Category teams to develop/enhance their Sourcing strategies, identify and optimize the ongoing portfolio of projects that make up the category plans, and lead the execution against them. [List of responsibilities_**

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- _Setting direction for team of Sourcing Execution Analyst(s) and/or other cross-functional team members, providing strong leadership and people management as needed_

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- _Innovation: explores and understands how to get the best ideas and innovation out of suppliers and how to align to Genpact’s Lean Digital agenda_

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- _Lead the developed sourcing strategy as agreed with the Category Lead in conjunction with overall program/project objectives._

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- _Support broader transformation of the Category through supplier consolidation, PSLs, regional/global contracts, introducing consistent buying channels etc. on behalf._

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- _Be the point of escalation for client related sourcing execution activities Develop relationships with key clients/stakeholders._

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- _Support the team to develop appropriate client-based strategies for their sourcing activities._

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- _Leads and drives complex sourcing projects on behalf of Clients._

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- **_Initiate and manage the development of creative and innovative sourcing solutions; advise on global policy and procedures covering the selection of suppliers, tendering and procurement._**

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- **_Optimize use of suppliers world-wide by projects and platforms, ensuring cost savings are generated and service and financial targets are met._**

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- **_Monitoring team performance against client SLA’s and objectives, providing guidance where necessary to close any gaps and agreeing mediation plans to resolve delivery issues._**

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- **_Is able to adapt processes to best meet the needs of Clients and mitigate potential sourcing risks._**

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- **_Develops a joint strategic agenda with suppliers to ensure ongoing performance is monitored and improved, risks are managed & costs are reduced._**

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- **_Successfully negotiates high value/complex contracts with suppliers on behalf of Clients._**

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- **_Procurement process knowledge; understands and executes the Clients Procurement processes, including governance policy and procedures._**

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- **_Has in-depth knowledge of all policies & legislation that impacts on contract formulation; advises the Clients appropriately and seeks input regularly from relevant areas (Legal, Audit, Finance, etc.) seeks guidance where needed._**

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- **_Support Client Supplier Relationship Managers to ensure appropriate supplier management methods are applied to the different groups of suppliers (preferred, multi-category, tail-end, etc.)_**

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**_ Qualifications we seek in you_**:**_ _**_Minimum Qualifications_**_ _**
- **_Degree or equivalent professional qualification_**

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- **_Procurement experience demonstrating a proven track record of delivering successful sourcing teams/solutions._**

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- **_Procurement Processes (sourcing and operational) in a business-to-business context_**

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- **_Category Domain knowledge of the following would be an advantage; Professional Services, HR Services, Travel, Office Supplies, MRO, Facilities Management & CapEX Equipment, Supply Chain & Logistics, Freight, Mail Services, IT (including Network Infrastruc