Supply chain Operations Professional

IntroductionAt 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 those amazing Procurement skills? If so, let’s talk.Your Role And ResponsibilitiesAs an Operations Buyer, prime responsibility is to procure basic goods and services, obtain quotation, vendor on-boarding and management, end to end procurement operations, contracting knowledge a must have to evaluate risks and adhere to Client requirements.Your Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited ToGood communication skills with the ability to interact, convey, convince and understand depending on the requirement.Review requisition requirementsRecognize Non-Catalog Purchases that should be directed to a Catalog SolutionWork efficiently with requester/client for additional information or any questionsDetermine Source from Sourcing provided Master FileNegotiate cost savings and terms when applicable (non-contracted sources)Understand relationships between contracts and can decipher details from contracts.Procurement of low dollar purchases services (including source identification as needed)Price and delivery ConfirmationPO Order receipt ConfirmationWorking knowledge of ERP Tools supporting ProcurementKnowledge of all client specific processes and proceduresComplete Customer requests for set up of new suppliers including providing applicable informationInterface with clients and suppliers on supplier and payment issues in conjunction with tactical commodity managerMaintain all relevant supplier documentationProficient with reporting/MS Excel to be able to maintain account specific reports and team trackers.Ensure Audit readiness of all purchasing documentsWork with Stakeholders and Management efficientlyPositive Attitude, Planning, Curiosity, Self-discipline, Ability to work in AU Rotational ShiftPreferred EducationBachelor's DegreeRequired Technical And Professional ExpertiseMinimum 1-3 years of experience in Procurement domainExperience in performing duties as Operations Buyer for Global OrganizationsThe operations buyers will perform activities to Client preferred and IBM sourced vendorsGood Communication skillsContracting knowledge will be a good to have additional skill setComprehensive commercial procurement and client facing or consulting experienceVirtual client facing skillsProficient in Microsoft Office SuitePreferred Technical And Professional ExperienceHiring manager and Recruiter should collaborate to create the relevant verbiage.