Procurement Associate

Note: The candidate for this position will be hired on a Third party (HRSG) contractLocation: Karachi, (PK)Key Responsibilities· Assist in procurement planning, strategic sourcing, and annual budgeting.· Develop and implement category strategies with aggressive targets aligned with strategic sourcing and business requirements· Identify, assess, and shortlist vendors in line with the vendor management framework for entity-wide services.· Lead negotiations with suppliers to secure optimal terms and ensure compliance with organizational goals.· Work cross functionally with other departments & liaise between all parties involved.· Monitor external trends and factors influencing category strategies.· Work collaboratively with key stakeholders to standardize contracts and agreements across the procurement portfolio.· To build operation efficiency in new and existing projects & processes in partnership with Key Stakeholder heads.· Continuously assess and improve current procurement processes to ensure best practices.· Capability to focus on developing authentic relationships via partnering on joint projects.· Explore new ideas and innovation to bring efficiencies in existing as well as un-tapped portfolios.· Develop and maintain strong, authentic relationships with key stakeholders through active collaboration on joint projects.Preferred Qualifications· Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or related field.· 3 years of relevant experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain management, with a focus on business services.Competencies:· Proven track record in supplier selection, contract negotiation, and vendor management.· Strong knowledge of procurement tools, vendor management systems, and contract management software.· Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint, with experience in data analysis and reporting tools.· Knowledge of SAP MM and Ariba· Stakeholder Management