Procurement Manager – Professional Services

Job Description

Job Summary:

We are looking for an experienced procurement professional to manage sourcing and category strategies for Professional Services, including consulting, legal, audit, and other specialized services. The ideal candidate will have 8–10 years of experience in procurement with a strong focus on global sourcing, strategic negotiations, and stakeholder management. An MBA from a Tier-1 or Tier-2 B-School is preferred. This role demands a detail-oriented individual with exceptional negotiation skills and the ability to deliver cost efficiencies while ensuring compliance and service quality.

Key Responsibilities:

• Category Strategy & Sourcing
• Develop and implement global sourcing strategies for professional services categories.
• Lead complex negotiations for consulting, legal, and audit services to optimize cost and value.
• Vendor Management & Governance
• Build and maintain strong relationships with service providers and ensure compliance with contractual obligations.
• Implement performance management frameworks and drive supplier diversity initiatives.
• Risk & Compliance Management
• Ensure adherence to corporate procurement policies and regulatory requirements.
• Mitigate risks related to intellectual property, confidentiality, and service delivery.
• Financial Management
• Monitor budgets and deliver cost savings through strategic sourcing and demand management.
• Provide accurate forecasting and spend analysis for professional services categories.
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Collaborate with senior business leaders to understand requirements and deliver tailored procurement solutions.
• Act as a trusted advisor for sourcing decisions and market insights.

Qualifications

• Education: MBA from Tier-1 or Tier-2 B-School (preferred).
• Experience: 8–10 years in procurement, with significant exposure to professional services sourcing and global markets.
• Technical Skills:
• Proficiency in procurement tools (e.g., SAP Ariba, Coupa).
• Strong understanding of professional services contracting and compliance requirements.

Preferred Skills & Attributes:

• Exceptional negotiation and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage complex projects and multiple stakeholders across geographies.
• Detail-oriented with strong governance and risk management capabilities.
• Excellent communication and influencing skills.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• Cost Savings Achieved: Percentage reduction in professional services spend through strategic sourcing.
• Contract Compliance: Adherence to procurement policies and regulatory standards.
• Supplier Performance: SLA compliance and vendor scorecard ratings.
• Cycle Time Reduction: Improvement in sourcing lead times for professional services engagements.
• Stakeholder Satisfaction: Feedback scores from internal business partners.

Additional Information

Our Benefits

• Flexible working environment
• Volunteer time off
• LinkedIn Learning
• Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)

About NIQ

NIQ is the world's leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full View. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world's population.

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