Procurement Specialist

Tech Data Advanced Private Limited; Chennai; On-site; INR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Leadership development programs

Financial and mental well-being seminars

Opportunities for community involvement

Inclusive education and growth opportunities

Job summary

A leading company in the technology sector seeks a Procurement Specialist to manage purchasing and vendor interactions. This role requires proficiency in SAP and exceptional communication skills, focusing on collaborating with various departments to fulfill customer demands efficiently. If you are passionate about procurement and enjoy working in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years relevant working experience in IT multinational environment.
• Experience with SAP and/or ERP systems is a significant advantage.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchasing activities between TD SYNNEX and vendors.
• Utilize the SAP SD module to manage sales orders and ensure accurate order processing.
• Communicate with stakeholders to address discrepancies.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Diploma/Degree/Professional qualification in Business or Finance

Tools

SAP

MS Excel

Job description

Job Description

Job Purpose:

This position will be the point-of-contact for Sales Operations and vendors. They will also play an integral role working with Sales, Products, Finance, Trade Compliance, Enterprise Data Management and other Cross Functional Departments. The Procurement Specialist is required to primarily manage all purchasing activities between TD SYNNEX and vendors, so as to ensure the effective procurement and fulfillment of products and services to customer in a timely manner. This is an individual contributor position.

Responsibilities:

• Receive Sales Orders (SO) and create Purchase Orders (PO) in SAP.

• Ensure timely communication with stakeholders to address any discrepancies.

• Maintain accuracy in data entry across all involved systems.

• Monitor the process flow to ensure timely task completion.

• Utilize the SAP SD (Sales and Distribution) module to manage sales orders and ensure accurate order processing.

• Demonstrate proficiency in MS Office, particularly:

• Excel/Advanced Spreadsheet Skills: For data analysis, reporting, and managing information related to SKUs, pricing, and PO details.

Knowledge, Skills and Experience:

• Diploma/Degree/Professional qualification in Business, Finance or other related field or equivalent work experience.

• Minimum of 2 years relevant working experience, ideally in IT multinational environment.

• At the minimum 3 years of solid work related experience, if does not possess a degree.

• Track record on Sales/Procurement Operations with SAP and/or ERP systems experience is an added advantage.

• Shared services experience and/or able to work shift would also be an added advantage.

• Have good communication in English & German, on the job understanding and problem solving skills.

• Proven ability to work independently, effectively in an office-based environment and under high pressure.

• Knowledge in MS Excel and Words is required.

Key Skills

What’s In It For You?

• Elective Benefits: Our programs are tailored to your country to best accommodate your lifestyle.
• Grow Your Career: Accelerate your path to success (and keep up with the future) with formal programs on leadership and professional development, and many more on-demand courses.
• Elevate Your Personal Well-Being: Boost your financial, physical, and mental well-being through seminars, events, and our global Life Empowerment Assistance Program.
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: It’s not just a phrase to us; valuing every voice is how we succeed. Join us in celebrating our global diversity through inclusive education, meaningful peer-to-peer conversations, and equitable growth and development opportunities.
• Make the Most of our Global Organization: Network with other new co-workers within your first 30 days through our onboarding program.
• Connect with Your Community: Participate in internal, peer-led inclusive communities and activities, including business resource groups, local volunteering events, and more environmental and social initiatives.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Apply anyway.

At Tech Data, a TD SYNNEX Company, we’re proud to be recognized as a great place to work and a leader in the promotion and practice of diversity, equity and inclusion. If you’re excited about working for our company and believe you’re a good fit for this role, we encourage you to apply. You may be exactly the person we’re looking for!

We are an equal opportunity employer and committed to building a diverse team that represents and empowers a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit, without regard to race, colour, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, genetics, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. To support our diversity and inclusion efforts, we may ask for voluntary gender disclosure information. This data will be used solely to improve our hiring practices and ensure fair treatment for all candidates.