Senior Associate - Procurement

Tesco India; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Tesco Bengaluru is seeking an experienced procurement professional to manage category deliverables, drive savings, and negotiate contracts for value creation. The role emphasizes stakeholder collaboration, compliance with policies, and reporting on supplier performance.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in procurement or related fields, 2+ years in sourcing, and familiarity with RFX and lean six sigma. A hybrid work model and international remote collaboration are supported.

Qualifications

• Bachelors in Procurement, Commerce, Business, Economics or a category related subject from a reputed University.
• Minimum 2 years experience in a sourcing role
• Experience of Procurement tools and technology platforms desirable
• Demonstrated experience in procurement processes. RFX, Sourcing Events.
• Working knowledge of the lean six sigma framework
• Experience of operating in a remote environment, preferably supporting UK or US geography
• Experience of working with virtual teams & leveraging appropriate communication channels & tools (verbal / written - email, collaboration tools, etc.) to accomplish the tasks assigned
• Microsoft Suite Competency: Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Responsibilities

• Understand and support category deliverables, savings commitments, and obligations by managing spend, suppliers, and spot buying related to procurement in a given category or group of categories.
• Develop strong working relationships with stakeholders to support the execution of sourcing projects as per category plans.
• Lead low-value sourcing, tail management, and negotiation of contracts to secure optimal terms and conditions, ensuring value creation for the business.
• Support the business in achieving compliance with legal and ethical procurement policies.
• Prepare and present regular reports on procurement activities, savings achieved, and supplier performance.
• Following our Business Code of Conduct and always acting with integrity and due diligence
• Contribute towards CI Projects and innovation

Skills

Numeracy Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Procurement, Commerce, Business, Economics or a category related subject from a reputed University

Tools

Microsoft Suite Competency: Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Job description

• Understand and support category deliverables, savings commitments, and obligations by managing spend, suppliers, and spot buying related to procurement in a given category or group of categories.
• Develop strong working relationships with stakeholders to support the execution of sourcing projects as per category plans.
• Lead low-value sourcing, tail management, and negotiation of contracts to secure optimal terms and conditions, ensuring value creation for the business.
• Support the business in achieving compliance with legal and ethical procurement policies.
• Prepare and present regular reports on procurement activities, savings achieved, and supplier performance.
• Following our Business Code of Conduct and always acting with integrity and due diligence
• Contribute towards CI Projects and innovation

Refer to About the role

• Bachelors in Procurement, Commerce, Business, Economics or a category related subject from a reputed University
• Minimum 2 years experience in a sourcing role
• Experience of Procurement tools and technology platforms desirable
• Demonstrated experience in procurement processes. RFX, Sourcing Events.

• Working knowledge of the lean six sigma framework
• Experience of operating ?in a remote environment, preferably supporting UK or US geography
• Experience of working with virtual teams & leveraging appropriate communication channels & tools (verbal / written - email, collaboration tools, etc.) to accomplish the tasks assigned
• Microsoft Suite Competency: Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Numeracy Skills

At Tesco, inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. We believe in treating everyone fairly and with respect, valuing individuality and uniqueness to create a true sense of belonging. Diversity and inclusion are deeply embedded in our values—we treat people how they want to be treated. Our goal is for all colleagues to feel they can be themselves at work, and we are committed to helping them thrive. Across the Tesco group, we are building an inclusive workplace that actively celebrates the cultures, personalities, and preferences of our colleagues, who in turn contribute to the success of our business and reflect the diversity of the communities we serve.

At Tesco Bengaluru, we are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed Employer, highlighting our commitment to creating a supportive environment for individuals with disabilities. We are dedicated to offering equal opportunities for all candidates and encourage applicants with disabilities to apply. Our recruitment process is fully accessible, and we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments during interviews. If you need any accommodations to participate in the recruitment process, please let us know. We are here to ensure that everyone has the chance to succeed.

We also believe in fostering a work environment where you can excel both professionally and personally. Our hybrid model allows you to work flexibly—spend 60% of your week collaborating in person with colleagues at our office locations or local sites, and the rest of the time working remotely. We understand that everyone’s life journey is unique, whether you are starting your career, pursuing passions, or navigating life changes, and we are here to support you. Flexibility is a core part of our culture, and we encourage open conversations about how we can best accommodate your needs, so talk to us throughout your application process on the support required.