Senior Manager-Procurement Delivery

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

Job summary

Wipro is seeking an experienced Senior Manager - Procurement Delivery in Chennai to lead end-to-end procurement operations for a global mining client. You will drive S2P delivery, governance, and continuous improvement while managing large teams and complex engagements.

The role requires 10+ years in procurement, strong stakeholder management, and ability to transform processes and optimize costs through automation and innovation.

Qualifications

• Graduate or postgraduate degree required.
• Professional procurement certifications preferred (CIPS/CPSM/PMP).
• 10+ years in Procurement/Outsourcing with leadership experience.
• Strong governance, stakeholder mgmt, and transformation exposure.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end procurement operations and ensure SLAs/KPIs are met.
• Demonstrate strong hands-on S2P expertise across lifecycle stages.
• Act as primary escalation point for client stakeholders and governance reviews.
• Mentor large teams, drive engagement, and enable continuous improvement.

Skills

Procurement leadership

Delivery management

S2P lifecycle

Stakeholder management

Process transformation

Automation

Team leadership

Project management

Analytics

Education

Graduate/Post-Graduate degree

CIPS

CPSM

Lean Six Sigma

PMP

MBA

Job description

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Job Description

Role Purpose

The purpose of the role is to deploy and execute SDA framework across deals within LOB, review and support operation in meetings operational parameters as per MSA and SOW and provide value add services to the clients in the LOB.

1. Deploy the Service Delivery Assurance framework for the LOB within Enterprise

• Connect daily with the SDA account team members to review SLA/ KPI performance
• Set standards for the SDA framework deployment with the team
• Provide guidance on and review initiatives identified by the SDA account team
• Interact and work closely with Operations, WFM and HR to identify key operational metrices and areas of focus within the LOB
• Drive capability within the team through product and process training of the respective LOB
• Develop and review the standard documents (Blue Books) specific to LOB covering all SDA aspects during transitions for standard deals
• Ensure timely escalations/ proactive alerts to the LOB regarding any issues on hiring, client escalations etc. within the LOB
• Track and monitor Penalty and Rewards metrics to assess health of delivery and raise alerts to improve in cases where it’s trending below target
• Review the mitigation plan and ensure that the mitigation measures are implemented as per plan

2. Lead and drive operational efficiencies within the various accounts of the assigned LOB

• Review and ensure business and operational KPIs and CPM (Contractual Performance Metrics are met against the client/ stakeholders defined goals & targets across LOBs
• Track data on productivity, attrition, bench, inactive headcount, time on floor activity, seat tracking etc. through daily trackers
• Review operational KPIS through weekly/ monthly trackers, analyse data and trends on KPIs including deviations from target
• Plan and conduct regular audits on the process and KPIs to drive adherence to SOW and contract parameters
• Highlight deviations and provide recommendation on mitigation plans to avoid penalty
• Conduct and review the Root Cause Analysis (RCA) in case of process disruptions to ensure appropriate mitigation measures are put in place
• Drive margin improvement by reducing cost and leakages and ensure optimum operations to meet the revenue targets
• Lead and support RFP/ RFI and transition of large/ critical deals within LOB to assure delivery excellence
• Align with the Transition Manager for solutions from Day1
• Participate in the transitions calls & closely monitor the activities which needs to be accomplished before the go-live
• Support in highlighting any risk and work towards mitigating the same
• Understand the SOW requirements and close any open loops
• Set-up a validation process on what would be at risk for delivery once the process is on boarded
• Support operations in managing crisis situations and bringing them to Business-As-Usual (BAU) in the LOB
• Regularly track and review the count & ageing of customer escalation
• Track and follow through on the processes to ensure continued smooth delivery
• Implement the measures to mitigate any future reoccurrence of the same issues and ensure traceability

3. Lead and drive focus on business transformation and digitization for the accounts within the LOB

• Develop and review transformation roadmap for the various accounts in the LOB
• Support team in proactive identification and prioritization of the transformation initiatives as per the overall account strategy
• Understand and review the feasibility of the initiatives and share that understanding with the LOB team
• Ensure that transformation initiatives have a client buy-in, as required, to ensure alignment to client’s strategic objectives
• Lead the deployment of value-add initiatives such as Digital Kiosks, Automation, Analytics Corner etc. with the operations team
• Review and develop the plan for the initiatives and track the progress against the plan
• Identify the impact parameters and improvements expected (in terms of cost, efficiency, FTE reduction etc.) from the initiatives
• Support the team around road blocks and drive the initiatives to the closure
• Track data to assess improvement and benefits to business
• Assess integration plans with the existing process & tools to ensure zero down time
• Create Proofs of Concept and Case Studies to show case the business benefits to the internal and external stakeholders

4. Generate accurate and timely reporting of performance

• Identify the key operational metrices such as CSAT, ESAT, Revenue, Margin, Run & Change metrices etc. to be included in the SDA MIS
• Identify and map relevant stakeholders for the SDA MIS
• Collect, update and analyze the data on the identified metrices and highlight potential revenue leakages
• Generate and circulate MIS monthly to the relevant stakeholders

Team Management

a. Resourcing

• Hire adequate and right resources for the team

b. Talent Management

• Ensure adequate on boarding and training for the team members to enhance capability & effectiveness
• Build an internal talent pool and ensure their career progression within the organization
• Manage team attrition
• Drive diversity in leadership positions

c. Performance Management

• Set goals for the team, conduct timely performance reviews and provide constructive feedback to own direct reports
• Ensure that the Performance Nxt is followed for the entire team

d. Employee Satisfaction and Engagement

• Lead and drive engagement initiatives for the team
• Track team satisfaction scores and identify initiatives to build engagement within the team

Senior Procurement Delivery Leader

Location: Chennai (Sholinganallur)
Shift: 5:00 PM onwards
Grade: C2
Industry: Mining Business

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Senior Manager - Procurement Delivery to lead procurement operations and drive delivery excellence for a global mining client. This role requires a strong leader with extensive experience in procurement operations, stakeholder management, team leadership, process transformation, and end-to-end Source-to-Pay (S2P) delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement Delivery & Operations

• Lead end-to-end procurement operations and ensure achievement of contractual SLAs, KPIs, quality, compliance, and productivity targets.
• Manage large-scale procurement programs and drive operational excellence across the engagement.
• Ensure efficient execution of sourcing, purchasing, supplier management, and procurement governance activities.

Source-to-Pay (S2P) Expertise

• Demonstrate strong hands-on experience across the entire S2P lifecycle, including:
• Requisition Management
• RFx Management
• Strategic Sourcing
• Supplier Onboarding
• Purchase Order Management
• Contract Management
• Invoice Processing
• Supplier Performance Management
• Drive process standardization, compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Act as the primary escalation point for client stakeholders.
• Lead governance reviews, operational reviews, QBRs, and performance discussions.
• Build strong relationships with client leadership and support business growth initiatives.

Team Leadership

• Lead and mentor a procurement operations team.
• Preference for candidates currently managing a team size of approximately 40 FTEs or more.
• Drive employee engagement, performance management, succession planning, and capability development.

Transformation & Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities for procurement transformation, automation, process optimization, and cost savings.
• Drive strategic initiatives that improve operational efficiency and value realization.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to implement innovative solutions and best practices.

Desired Candidate ProfileExperience

• 10+ years of experience in Procurement Operations, Supply Chain, Sourcing, or Procurement Outsourcing.
• Strong experience managing delivery for large global clients.
• Proven expertise in Delivery Management and Procurement Operations.
• Experience supporting complex procurement environments with strong governance and stakeholder management.

Functional Expertise

• End-to-end Procurement Operations
• Strategic Sourcing
• Supplier Management
• Contract Management
• Spend Management
• Procurement Governance
• Delivery Excellence
• Client Management
• Team Leadership
• Process Transformation and Continuous Improvement

Leadership Skills

• Strong people management and team development capabilities.
• Excellent communication and executive stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduate/Post-Graduate degree.
• Professional certifications such as CIPS, CPSM, Lean Six Sigma, PMP, or MBA would be an advantage.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will be a seasoned procurement leader with strong delivery management experience, deep understanding of Source-to-Pay processes, proven people leadership capabilities, and the ability to drive operational excellence for a global mining client. Preference will be given to candidates currently managing sizable teams and leading large-scale procurement operations.

Mandatory Skills: Procurement(Transactional Accting Serv)

Experience: >10 YEARS

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