Deputy Manager - Procurement

OPPO India; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 8,00,000 - 12,00,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Gurugram is hiring a Senior Procurement Specialist specialized in Events, MICE, and Marketing Services. The ideal candidate will have 6-9 years of experience in indirect purchasing with a strong emphasis on marketing categories, along with a proven track record of managing marketing spend effectively. This role involves developing sourcing strategies and managing supplier relationships to optimize costs and achieve operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• 6-9 years of experience in indirect purchasing, with a focus on marketing categories.
• Proven track record of managing marketing spend and delivering cost savings.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies across Events, MICE, and marketing categories.
• Conduct market analysis and benchmarking to identify new suppliers.
• Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers that meet quality, cost, and service requirements.
• Negotiate contracts and manage supplier performance.

Skills

Strategic mindset

Strong commercial acumen

Supplier management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain Management, Marketing, or a related field

Job description

OPPO India is hiring an experienced Senior Procurement Specialist – Event, MICE & Marketing Services to join our procurement team. This role requires a strategic mindset, strong commercial acumen, and the ability to drive supplier partnerships that deliver value, efficiency, and innovation.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain Management, Marketing, or a related field

Experience

• 6-9 years of experience in indirect purchasing with a strong focus on marketing categories
• Proven track record of managing marketing spend and delivering cost savings

Location

Gurugram

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Sourcing & Procurement
  • Develop and execute sourcing strategies across Events, MICE, and marketing categories to achieve cost savings, value optimization, and risk mitigation
  • Conduct market analysis and benchmarking to identify new suppliers, innovative solutions, and competitive pricing
• Supplier Management
  • Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers that meet the organization’s quality, cost, and service requirements.
  • Negotiate contracts, terms, and conditions with suppliers to secure favorable agreements.
  • Manage and monitor supplier performance, ensuring compliance with contractual agreements and service levels.