Procurement Professional

Bangalore, IN

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

At IBM, work is more than a job - it's a calling: To build, To design, To engage, To consult, To think along with clients and stay proactive, and To collaborate. Not just to do something better, but to attempt things you've never thought possible. Are you ready to lead in this new era of technology and solve some of the world's most challenging problems with your expertise in Contracts & Administration? If so, let's talk.

Responsibilities

• Generate procurement reports based on client and management requirements.
• Maintain and update procurement dashboards to track key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Analyze procurement data to identify cost-saving opportunities and efficiency improvements.
• Provide insights on purchasing trends, compliance gaps, and supplier risk assessment.
• Collaborate with procurement teams, finance, and category managers to support reporting needs.
• Assist in preparing reports for leadership reviews and audits.
• Handle ad-hoc reporting requests from internal stakeholders.
• Support automation initiatives for procurement reporting.
• Utilize tools such as Excel, ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, PeopleSoft) for reporting.
• Develop macros or scripts to streamline reporting processes (if applicable).
• Convert Purchase Requisitions (PR) into Purchase Orders (PO).
• Execute PRs on behalf of requestors by raising Purchase Requisitions in the tool.
• Perform daily/weekly checks to review electronic data/PO transfers to suppliers.
• Identify and support suppliers in resolving procurement-related issues.
• Initiate and manage direct shipment contract setup in the client system.
• Review and resolve PO errors, ensuring proper cost adjustments.
• Close PO requests in workflow tools (iKnow, EBS) by validating pricing and approvals.
• Generate tariff requisitions by identifying suppliers, collecting required documents, and ensuring compliance with tariff committee agreements.
• Ensure compliance with contract terms and local/federal regulations.
• Develop contract proposals to support organizational goals.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date contract records.
• Communicate effectively with suppliers and internal stakeholders regarding contract terms.
• Exhibit strong negotiation and problem-solving skills.

Requirements

• Education: Any Graduate with 3 to 4 years of relevant experience in Contract Management/Contract Administration.
• Strong understanding of procurement processes, purchase requisition handling, supplier management, and contract execution.
• Advanced Excel skills (Macros, Pivot Tables, Data Analysis).
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, PeopleSoft).
• Ability to generate and analyze procurement reports and dashboards.
• Understanding of automation initiatives for procurement reporting.

Nice-to-haves

• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret contracts effectively.
• Experience in supplier risk assessment and compliance monitoring.