Procurement Leader_D1

Wipro; Chennai District; On-site; INR 4,500,000 - 6,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Wipro in Chennai (Sholinganallur) seeks a Procurement Leader at D1/AVP level to steer global S2P operations across multi-geography teams. The role requires 18+ years in procurement/SS&C, with 12+ years in managerial roles and experience managing 500+ FTEs.

You will drive cost optimization, governance, and digital transformation while partnering with CXO-level stakeholders to lead strategic sourcing across regions.

Qualifications

• MBA or postgraduate degree in supply chain, procurement, operations, or related field.
• Exposure to digital procurement solutions and AI-driven sourcing technologies.
• 18+ years of experience in procurement or related fields.

Responsibilities

• Drive on-time, accurate service delivery within SLAs.
• Lead end-to-end S2P operations across multiple clients and geographies.
• Identify spend optimization opportunities and lead cost reductions.
• Engage senior client stakeholders and present transformation roadmaps.
• Drive automation and digital transformation across procurement operations.

Skills

S2P operations

Strategic sourcing

Vendor management

Stakeholder management

Automation & digital transformation

Governance & compliance

Education

MBA / Postgraduate degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

AI-driven sourcing technologies

Job description

Shift: Candidate should be flexible with shift timing as it is global role

Job Description

Procurement Leader - D1/AVP

Location: Chennai (Sholinganallur)

Shift: Candidate should be flexible with shift timing as it is global role

Experience

• 18+ years of overall experience in BPO, Shared Services, Consulting, or Procurement Operations.
• Minimum 12 years of managerial experience.
• Proven experience managing large-scale operations with 500+ FTEs.
• Experience handling multi-geography delivery teams across APMEA, Middle East, Europe, North America (NAM), and Latin America (LAM).

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA / Postgraduate degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Operations, or related field.
• Exposure to digital procurement solutions and AI-driven sourcing technologies.

Key Responsibilities

Service Delivery & Operations Management

• Drive on-time, accurate, and high-quality service delivery within agreed SLAs.
• Manage end-to-end S2P operations across multiple clients and geographies.
• Ensure compliance with contractual commitments and governance requirements.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and customer experience.
• Maintain high levels of customer satisfaction by consistently meeting or exceeding service expectations.

Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Excellence

• Identify spend optimization opportunities and lead cost reduction initiatives.
• Partner with category management teams to deliver sourcing strategies and procurement transformation programs.
• Drive sourcing, supplier management, contract lifecycle management, and procurement operations excellence.

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for S2P and Procurement operations.
• Engage with senior client stakeholders, including CXO-level leaders.
• Present solutions, transformation roadmaps, business cases, and industry best practices.
• Build strong relationships with customers and internal stakeholders.

Business Growth & Transformation

• Identify opportunities to expand existing business scope and improve current processes.
• Leverage domain expertise and business understanding to create innovative solutions for clients.
• Support business development, solutioning, and transformation initiatives.
• Drive automation and digital transformation across procurement operations.

Analytical & Strategic Thinking

• Ability to develop diagnostic frameworks and leverage data-driven insights.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Experience driving transformation and operational excellence initiatives.

Additional Requirements

• Willingness to work in client-specific shifts as required.
• Strong focus on governance, compliance, risk management, and service excellence.
• Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced global delivery environment.

Reinvent your world. We are building a modern Wipro. We are an end-to-end digital transformation partner with the boldest ambitions. To realize them, we need people inspired by reinvention. Of yourself, your career, and your skills. We want to see the constant evolution of our business and our industry. It has always been in our DNA - as the world around us changes, so do we. Join a business powered by purpose and a place that empowers you to design your own reinvention.

Wipro is committed to creating an accessible, supportive, and inclusive workplace. Reasonable accommodation will be provided to all applicants including persons with disabilities, throughout the recruitment and selection process. Accommodations must be communicated in advance of the application, where possible, and will be reviewed on an individual basis. Wipro provides equal opportunities to all and values diversity.