Sourcing & Procurement Analyst (Software Buying Desk)

Wpp; Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

WPP in Mumbai is seeking a Sourcing & Procurement Analyst to deliver category activities for Procurement, manage end-to-end software deals, and support stakeholder engagement.

The ideal candidate will have strong data analysis skills and a collaborative mindset. This role offers a hybrid working approach and the opportunity to work with passionate and inspired people.

Qualifications

• Experience of working collaboratively.
• Experience of communicating and working with stakeholders.
• Experience of managing an end-to-end software deal.
• Experience of data analysis.
• Ability to problem solve and demonstrate critical thinking.
• Appetite to learn and develop.
• Knowledge of sustainability.
• Demonstrated knowledge of technology procurement.

Responsibilities

• Develop effective relationships with key stakeholders.
• Support category plans and sourcing events.
• Request and analyze market insights and spend.
• Manage contracts and signature processes.
• Develop and manage renewals tracker and process.
• Identify and manage category/supplier risks.
• Ensure contracts are commercially managed.

Skills

Collaborative working

Stakeholder communication

End-to-end software deal management

Data analysis

Problem-solving

Willingness to learn

Knowledge of sustainability

Technology procurement knowledge

Job description

Sourcing & Procurement Analyst (Software Helpdesk)

Deliver and support the execution of the end-to-end category activities for Procurement, including renewals management.

What you'll be doing:

• Develop effective relationships with key functional stakeholders such as Enterprise Technology, Technology Leadership, Agency IT stakeholders, Finance, Legal etc.
• Support the delivery of category plans, category sourcing events and commercial contract management for specific spend categories based on strategic plans from Category Directors.
• Work with the wider Procurement Team to request and analyse category and supplier market insights and WPP spend.
• Manage signature process for contractual documentation as needed, ensuring all documents are uploaded into a central contracts repository.
• Managing renewals and spot buys as requested by Category Director or Buying Desk Manager.
• Develop and manage renewals tracker and process with Buying Desk Manager, including data analysis and stakeholder engagement to locate renewal information.
• Ensure any identified category/supplier risks are highlighted and managed as advised.
• Manage handover of deals to service owners/ITAM/Partner Management once completed.
• Liaise with Responsible Procurement and ensure initiatives are appropriately managed.
• Ensure contracts are commercially managed for performance, value and risk where required.
• Undertake data analysis to identify cost saving opportunities on an ongoing basis.
• Manage renewals inline with contractual obligations, ensuring appropriate team engagement.

What you'll need:

• Experience of working collaboratively.
• Experience of communicating and working with stakeholders.
• Experience of managing an end-to-end software deal.
• Experience of data analysis.
• Ability to problem solve and demonstrate critical thinking.
• Appetite to learn and develop.
• Knowledge of sustainability.
• Demonstrated knowledge of technology procurement, in addition to software, including hardware, IT services, infrastructure and cloud, and AI applications.

Who you are:

You're open: We are inclusive and collaborative; we encourage the free exchange of ideas; we respect and celebrate diverse views. We are open-minded: to new ideas, new partnerships, new ways of working.

You're optimistic: We believe in the power of creativity, technology and talent to create brighter futures for our people, our clients and our communities. We approach all that we do with conviction: to try the new and to seek the unexpected.

You're extraordinary: We are stronger together: through collaboration we achieve the amazing. We are creative leaders and pioneers of our industry; we provide extraordinary every day.

What we'll give you:

Passionate, inspired people – We aim to create a culture in which people can do extraordinary work.

Scale and opportunity – We offer the opportunity to create, influence and complete projects at a scale that is unparalleled in the industry.

Challenging and stimulating work – Unique work and the opportunity to join a group of creative problem solvers. Are you up for the challenge?

We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.