Unlock New Career Horizons with SA Technologies Inc.Were Hiring: Sr Executive Purchasing in Magarpatta, PuneAt SA Technologies Inc., we believe in turning career aspirations into reality. As a Great Place to Work Certified company, recognized as one of the Best Places for Women, and a CMMI Level 5 Company, we are committed to creating a workplace that is inclusive, excellent, and supportive.Job Description:Role and Responsibility:1. Monitor and analyze market trends for all contracted commodities (e.g., resin, ferrous & non-ferrous metals, polypropylene, etc.), collaborating with suppliers to obtain updated pricing for upcoming periods in accordance with contract terms.2. Obtain offers for newly added items and accurately update the pricing mechanism.3. Efficiently manage contracted commodities and foreign exchange updates in the system, ensuring update in SAP by coordinating with relevant teams. Track and report variances to the leadership team.4. Identify opportunities to automate manual processes within the pricing mechanism, leveraging technologies such as Power Automate, Power Apps, VBA programming, Macro programming, etc., to enhance efficiency and accuracy.5. Collaborate with the Sourcing Leader regularly to identify relevant categories for project expansion. Explore opportunities to replicate a similar model for non-contracted commodities.6. Drive continuous improvement initiatives within procurement operations, utilizing SAP and other tools to streamline workflows, enhance efficiency, and facilitate data-driven decision-making.7. Preparing RFQ documents including specifications and terms & conditions, identify potential suppliers, manages the receipt of RFQ responses from suppliers, ensuring that responses are complete, accurate, and submitted on time.8. Evaluate RFQ responses, conduct quantitative analysis, comparing bids, and assessing the overall value proposition offered by each supplier. Negotiate with suppliers based on Approved Authority Guidelines.9. Develop and maintain detailed SOPs for procurement processes to streamline operations, ensure consistency, and capture procedural details effectively for reference and training purposes.10. Establish and monitor SLAs to measure the effectiveness of sourcing activities. Regularly report performance metrics and identify opportunities for improvement to management and stakeholders.11. Develop, maintain, and enhance relationships with stakeholders, including understanding internal customer requirements, forecasting growth opportunities, preparing roadmaps, and building capabilities for future readiness.12. Actively participate in global Purchasing Support enhancement projects to drive continuous improvement and efficiency in procurement operations.Experience requirement: (Must Have)1. 03 to 07 years of purchasing experience, preferably in the service delivery industry.2. Strong proficiency in Excel.3. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.4. Knowledge of Process Automation apps such as Power Automate, Power Apps, Visual Basic programming , Python programming etc.5. Hands-on process automation projects.6. Proficiency in the Mandarin (Chinese) language is preferred.Educational Qualification requirement:1. Bachelor’s degree in engineering (any stream)Organizational Relationships:1. Reports to AM – Purchasing2. Regular interactions with Global Purchasing Organization Stakeholders and Suppliers.The associate should have the flexibility to work in shifts that may range from 6 am-3:30pm or 3pm to 11:30 pm OR in regular India working hours. (Subject to change)Why SA Technologies Inc.?Empowering Work Environment: A Great Place to Work, especially celebrated as one of the Best Places for Women.Excellence and Quality: A CMMI Level 5 Company, ensuring operational and service excellence.Globally Acclaimed: A Microsoft Gold Partner and Google Partner, with over 20 years of global IT consulting and Development solutions delivery.Have queries? We’re here to assist you! with our recruiter or connect with the job owner directly:Embark on a rewarding journey together with us! At SA Technologies Inc., your journey begins with a friendly technical assessment, providing a stage to highlight your unique skills.