Sourcing Specialist

Sunovaa Tech; Navi Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunovaa Tech in Navi Mumbai seeks an experienced procurement professional to manage end-to-end PR-to-PO procurement for indirect materials and services. You will execute RFQ/RFP/RFx, evaluate suppliers, negotiate terms and drive cost savings while ensuring governance and compliance.

You will collaborate with Finance, IT and other business units to implement sourcing strategies, manage vendor performance and maintain rigorous procurement documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a related field.
• 36 years of experience in Procurement, Sourcing or Purchasing, preferably in Indirect Procurement.
• Strong hands-on experience in RFQ/RFP, supplier negotiation and vendor management.
• Good knowledge of SAP MM, SAP Ariba, OneSRM or similar e-procurement systems.
• Experience managing PR-to-PO / Procure-to-Pay (P2P) processes.
• Strong analytical skills with experience in cost comparison, benchmarking, spend analysis and savings.
• Knowledge of contract management, procurement governance and compliance.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end PR-to-PO procurement for indirect materials and services.
• Execute RFQ/RFP/RFx, supplier evaluation, bid comparison and commercial negotiations.
• Identify, evaluate and manage suppliers in accordance with approved procurement processes.
• Create and release Purchase Orders in SAP/Ariba/OneSRM or similar systems.
• Drive cost savings, supplier consolidation, benchmarking and spend optimization.
• Manage supplier performance, delivery issues, PO amendments, payment terms and invoice discrepancies.
• Maintain procurement documentation including SOWs, contracts, approvals and compliance records.
• Ensure adherence to procurement policies, governance and audit requirements.
• Collaborate with Business Units, Finance, IT, MarCom and Category Managers to implement sourcing strategies.
• Support process improvement, automation, standardization and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

RFQ/RFP

Vendor management

Supplier negotiation

P2P

Cost savings

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Procurement analytics

Sourcing strategies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement

Tools

SAP MM

SAP Ariba

OneSRM

Job description

Role & Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end PR-to-PO procurement for indirect materials and services.
• Execute RFQ/RFP/RFx, supplier evaluation, bid comparison and commercial negotiations.
• Identify, evaluate and manage suppliers in accordance with approved procurement processes.
• Create and release Purchase Orders in SAP/Ariba/OneSRM or similar procurement systems.
• Drive cost savings, supplier consolidation, benchmarking and spend optimization.
• Manage supplier performance, delivery issues, PO amendments, payment terms and invoice discrepancies.
• Maintain procurement documentation including SOWs, contracts, approvals and compliance records.
• Ensure adherence to procurement policies, governance and audit requirements.
• Collaborate with Business Units, Finance, IT, MarCom and Category Managers to understand requirements and implement sourcing strategies.
• Support process improvement, automation, standardization and continuous improvement initiatives.

Preferred Candidate Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, Engineering, Commerce or related field.
• 36 years of experience in Procurement, Sourcing or Purchasing, preferably in Indirect Procurement.
• Strong hands‑on experience in RFQ/RFP, supplier negotiation and vendor management.
• Good knowledge of SAP MM, SAP Ariba, OneSRM or similar e‑procurement systems.
• Experience managing PR-to-PO / Procure-to-Pay (P2P) processes.
• Strong analytical skills with experience in cost comparison, benchmarking, spend analysis and savings.
• Knowledge of contract management, procurement governance and compliance.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience in MarCom, Marketing, Meetings & Events, Mobility, Professional Services, IT or Facilities procurement will be an advantage.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, high-volume procurement environment with strong attention to detail.