Procurement Professional

HypTechie; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

IBM Bangalore is seeking a Procurement Support Specialist to back the Source-to-Contract (S2C) process. You will collaborate with procurement managers, category leads, legal teams, and cross-functional departments to ensure effective sourcing, contracting, and compliance.

You will support procurement queries, draft agreements, perform contract assessments, and coordinate with stakeholders for finalization. The role also covers sourcing strategy development, vendor assessments, negotiations, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Finance, or related field.
• 2–6 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management.
• Strong project coordination and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Knowledge of procurement tools and systems (SAP Ariba, Coupa, etc. preferred).
• Analytical mindset with strong Excel and PowerPoint skills.
• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.
• Understanding of S2C processes and tail spend management is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute procurement‑related projects from start to finish.
• Create project plans, timelines, and stakeholder engagement strategies.
• Track progress, resolve roadblocks, and ensure timely delivery.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams across departments.
• Provide timely updates and coordinate project communications.
• Facilitate alignment on goals and action plans.
• Enhance Procurement Execution Hub (PEH) deliverables.
• Assist in system integration and process improvement.
• Support end‑to‑end procurement operations and documentation.
• Analyze tail spend and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Deliver reporting in formats such as Excel and PowerPoint.

Skills

Project coordination

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Finance, or related field

Tools

SAP Ariba

Coupa

Job description

Location: Bangalore, Karnataka, India
Department: Finance and Operations
Employment Type: Full-Time

Professional Introduction

At IBM, work is more than a job—it’s a calling. To build. To design. To consult. To think along with clients and invent. To collaborate. To solve some of the world’s most challenging problems. Are you ready to lead in this new era of technology and drive innovation with purpose? If yes, let’s talk.

Your Role and Responsibilities

As a Procurement Support Specialist or Spot/Tactical Buyer, you will support various stages of the Source-to-Contract (S2C) process. You will collaborate with procurement managers, category leads, legal teams, and cross-functional departments to ensure effective sourcing, contracting, and compliance.

For Procurement Support Specialist Role:

• Respond to procurement and contract‑related queries using tools, systems, and templates.
• Draft and review agreements using client templates.
• Perform tactical assessments of contracts and analyze spend data.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and legal for contract finalization.

For Spot/Tactical Buyer Role:

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for goods and services.
• Conduct market research and vendor assessments.
• Negotiate terms and pricing, and manage vendor relationships.
• Drive procurement projects, identify cost‑saving opportunities, and ensure policy compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management

• Plan and execute procurement‑related projects from start to finish.
• Create project plans, timelines, and stakeholder engagement strategies.
• Track progress, resolve roadblocks, and ensure timely delivery.

Stakeholder Management

• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams across departments.
• Provide timely updates and coordinate project communications.
• Facilitate alignment on goals and action plans.

Operational Support

• Enhance Procurement Execution Hub (PEH) deliverables.
• Assist in system integration and process improvement.
• Support end‑to‑end procurement operations and documentation.

Tail Spend Services

• Analyze purchasing data to optimize tail spend.
• Identify cost‑saving opportunities in low‑value, high‑volume purchases.
• Create and implement control strategies to manage tail spend efficiently.

Reporting and Documentation

• Prepare status reports, summaries, and stakeholder presentations.
• Document all project‑related activities and maintain version control.
• Deliver reporting in formats such as Excel and PowerPoint.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Finance, or related field
• 2–6 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management
• Strong project coordination and stakeholder engagement skills
• Knowledge of procurement tools and systems (SAP Ariba, Coupa, etc. preferred)
• Analytical mindset with strong Excel and PowerPoint skills
• Excellent communication, problem‑solving, and negotiation skills
• Understanding of S2C processes and tail spend management is a plus

Why Join IBM?

• Work at the intersection of technology and business
• Opportunity to collaborate on high-impact global procurement projects
• Continuous learning, leadership, and innovation environment
• Competitive compensation and career development paths