PeopleCert is looking for a Senior Procurement General & Operations Associate to drive operational excellence within the Procurement Department, covering indirect categories such as corporate vehicles, insurance, professional services and office supplies.
Manage and participate in end-to-end procurement processes, including sourcing, supplier selection, contract negotiation, and performance management
Lead and execute RFx processes, to ensure clarity of requirements and market engagement.
Negotiate favorable commercial and contractual terms with suppliers, including pricing, payment conditions, SLAs, and delivery timelines.
Identify opportunities for procurement process optimization, cost savings, and increased efficiency.
Drive implementation of procurement strategies and continuous improvement initiatives in alignment with departmental objectives.
Guide and support procurement team members, providing mentorship and training on procurement policies, tools, and best practices.
Monitor market trends and identify innovations, with particular focus on procurement automation, digital tools, and process digitization.
Promote a culture of compliance, ethical sourcing, and vendor accountability.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align procurement activities with operational and strategic needs.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Procurement, or a related field.
Minimum of 3 years' proven experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain roles
Strong understanding of end-to-end procurement processes and best practices.
Demonstrated experience managing RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs.
Knowledge of procurement systems, e-sourcing tools, and market trends in automation and digital procurement.
Exceptional command of the English language (native-like fluency or C2 level certification preferred).
Familiarity with emerging technologies including AI, machine learning, and applications such as ChatGPT in procurement contexts.
Advanced computer literacy is required. ECDL Advance level certification is desirable.
Strong communication and negotiation skills and attention to detail.
Customer service, analytical thinking, planning and teamwork skills.
Well organized, self-driven, flexible and able to work in a high-volume, fast-paced, and deadline-driven environment.
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