Strategic Sourcing Analyst

Aptimized; Mumbai; On-site; INR 2,800,000 - 4,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Aptimized is seeking a strategic, analytical sourcing leader in Mumbai to drive end-to-end procurement for technology and non-technology vendors. You will lead bids, negotiate terms, and work with Legal, Cybersecurity, Finance, and other teams to ensure compliant contracts.

You will develop spend analytics, manage dashboards, monitor KPIs, and push continuous improvement across procurement processes while coordinating onboarding and lifecycle management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, Vendor Management, or Supply Chain functions.
• Proven experience negotiating technology contracts including software, SaaS, hardware, and professional services.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and reporting tools.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing activities for technology and non-technology vendors.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and contractual agreements to maximize value.
• Collaborate with vendors and resellers for competitive bids and proposals.
• Manage sourcing activity trackers, procurement docs, and dashboards.
• Coordinate contract review with Legal, Cybersecurity, Finance, and other teams.
• Review vendor agreements for compliance with standards.
• Support vendor onboarding and contract lifecycle management.
• Monitor supplier performance against SLAs and KPIs.
• Develop spend analysis, financial models, and sourcing analytics.
• Identify sourcing risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Drive continuous improvement in procurement processes.
• Support special projects and strategic initiatives.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Vendor management

Negotiation

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration / Procurement / Supply Chain / Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Reporting tools

Job description

We are looking for a strategic, analytical, and results-driven professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and possesses strong negotiation, vendor management, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing activities for technology (hardware, software, SaaS) and non-technology vendors.
• Negotiate pricing, commercial terms, and contractual agreements to maximize business value.
• Collaborate with vendors and resellers to obtain competitive bids and proposals.
• Manage and maintain sourcing activity trackers, procurement documentation, and reporting dashboards.
• Coordinate contract review and approval processes with internal stakeholders, including Legal, Cybersecurity, Enterprise Architecture, Finance, and Operations teams.
• Review vendor agreements and ensure compliance with organizational standards and business requirements.
• Support vendor onboarding and contract lifecycle management activities.
• Monitor supplier performance against agreed service levels, contractual obligations, and key performance indicators.
• Develop spend analysis, financial models, ROI assessments, and sourcing analytics to support decision-making.
• Identify sourcing risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within procurement and sourcing processes.
• Support special projects and strategic initiatives as required.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, Vendor Management, or Supply Chain functions.
• Proven experience negotiating technology contracts, including software, SaaS, hardware, and professional services agreements.
• Strong analytical skills with experience working with large datasets and spend analysis.
• Experience managing vendor relationships and contract negotiations in a complex business environment.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and reporting tools.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with:
• SaaS Agreements
• Master Service Agreements (MSAs)
• Statements of Work (SOWs)
• Data Protection Agreements (DPAs)
• Software Licensing and Subscription Contracts
• Strong project management and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Ability to influence decision-making across multiple business functions.
• Experience working in a technology-driven or professional services environment.
• Self-motivated, highly organized, and able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

Pay range and compensation package

• Compensation will be offered in line with current market standards and will be commensurate with the candidate's qualifications, skills, and relevant experience.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Aptimized is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We make all employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, skills, experience, and business needs, without discrimination based on race, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.