Expert - Procurement

The Local Procurement Officer plays a key role in executing sourcing and contracting activities at the local level, ensuring alignment with global procurement governance, tools, and standards.This role combines strategic stakeholder engagement with hands-on responsibility for supplier management, sourcing execution, and contract administration within Ariba Source-to-Contract (S2C). This role will involve managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and ensuring that the company obtains high-quality services at competitive prices. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in procurement, particularly sourcing and contracting, and will be adept at driving cost-saving initiatives while maintaining service excellence.What you will do 1. Source-to-Contract Execution Lead and manage end-to-end sourcing activities for local procurement categories in alignment with the global procurement strategy.Prepare and run RFQs/RFPs, evaluate supplier proposals, and support negotiation processes to ensure best value for money and compliance with internal policies.Create, manage, and maintain contracts in Ariba S2C, ensuring documentation accuracy and adherence to procurement and legal standards.Monitor supplier onboarding, registration, and qualification processes in Ariba. 2. Stakeholder Management Act as the primary point of contact for local business stakeholders on all sourcing and contracting matters.Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to understand business needs, define specifications, and develop sourcing strategies.Ensure stakeholder alignment with global procurement policies, tools, and processes.3. Contract Negotiation: Lead negotiations for contracts, ensuring favorable terms and conditions that align with the company’s goals.Develop and manage contract documentation, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.Resolve any contract disputes in a timely and effective manner.4. Cost Management: Identify cost-saving opportunities and drive initiatives to reduce procurement costs without compromising service quality.Analyze spend data to track cost savings and procurement performance.Implement best practices in procurement to enhance efficiency and cost-effectiveness.5. Governance and Compliance Ensure full compliance with the Allianz Global Standard for Procurement and all applicable regulations.Support audits, reporting, and documentation control in coordination with the Global Procurement function.Promote ethical, transparent, and sustainable procurement practices across all sourcing activities.6. Collaboration with Global Procurement Work closely with the Global Procurement team on category strategy execution, template alignment, and best practice sharing.Provide input to global initiatives such as process harmonization, tool improvements, and digital transformation projects.Key Requirements Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field.Experience: 3–5 years of experience in procurement, preferably in an international or shared services environment.Technical Skills: Proficiency in SAP Ariba Source-to-ContractFamiliarity with SAP MM and procurement reporting tools is an advantage.Core Competencies: Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.Analytical mindset with attention to detail and data accuracy.Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a matrix environment.Strong understanding of procurement governance, compliance, and process controls.Language: Fluent English (written and spoken); other languages are a plus.