Freelance Indirect Procurement Consultant

2 days ago

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India Flexing It® Full time ₹ 9,00,000 - ₹ 12,00,000 per year

Our client, an American multinational consumer products company is looking to engage with a

Indirect Procurement Consultant.

Job Summary

The Marketing & Customer Development Category Assistant Manager will support sourcing activities across Commercial and Professional Categories (Marketing, Customer Development, Media, HR, IT, Legal, Finance). The role promotes the use of procurement methodology through category management and strategic sourcing, ensuring compliance with global procurement guidelines.

Job Objective

Develop and execute sub-category sourcing strategies.

Drive efficiency, innovation, and savings while engaging with internal collaborators.

Core Responsibilities

Lead sourcing strategies for Marketing, Customer Development, HR, and Professional categories.

Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives (Funding the Growth).

Collaborate with stakeholders and agencies to define key metrics and track results.

Manage RFIs, RFPs, and e-procurement tools (e.g., Ariba).

Provide regular updates on savings and project progress.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Planning

Lead strategic sourcing and contract negotiations.

Conduct spend analysis, supplier segmentation, and market intelligence.

Benchmark with industry peers and participate in procurement events.

2. Vendor Management

Implement supplier relationship management (SRM).

Expand and simplify vendor base while monitoring performance.

Ensure innovation, competitive deals, and high service levels.

3. Contract Management/Compliance

Oversee contract execution and standardize e-sourcing processes.

Conduct risk assessments and follow up on supplier audits.

Ensure compliance with procurement governance, approvals, and codes of conduct.

4. Savings & Innovation (FTG)

Drive innovation and pursue savings goals.

Facilitate idea-sharing and brainstorming sessions.

5. Collaboration & Alignment

Align with global/regional category teams and local stakeholders.

Maintain strong communication to understand business needs and set priorities.

6. Effectiveness & Efficiency

Support process improvements.

Regularly conduct spend analytics and reporting.

Skills Expected

Strong influencing, negotiation, and relationship management skills.

Business analysis and data-driven decision-making.

Project management and cross-functional collaboration.

Market knowledge across relevant categories.

Personal Leadership

Courageous: drives innovation, challenges assumptions, fosters experimentation.

Strategic Vision: understands global market trends, integrates best practices, drives competitiveness.

Influence & Collaboration: communicates clearly, seeks diverse viewpoints, anticipates challenges in negotiations.

Preferred Background

4–5 years of indirect procurement experience.

4–5 years in Marketing/Media/Professional Services procurement (e.g., displays, POP materials, research, media buying, digital, HR, legal, finance).

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