Procurement Operations Sr Expert

at  Bayer

PROCUREMENT OPERATIONS SR EXPERT

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• Conduct thorough compliance checks for purchase requests (PRs) across different value tiers, ensuring adherence to company standards and policies.
• Handle PRs and POs in procurement systems (e.g., Ariba, SAP), ensuring accuracy in terms of price, quantity, and terms (like incoterms).
• Assist in creating new vendors, updating vendor details, and managing vendor block/unblock requests, ensuring accurate and up to-date vendor data.
• Provide support in various operational activities such as order status checks in SAP, PO reopening for necessary adjustments, and handling quotation requests to ensure the best supplier selection.
• Handle approval requests from procurement systems, including payment terms, new supplier requests, and advance payments, ensuring all procurement activities comply with company standards.
• Drive strategic sourcing initiatives by identifying and selecting suppliers, negotiating terms and conditions, and ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Leverage market intelligence and data analytics to inform sourcing decisions and develop sourcing strategies that deliver value.
• Challenge and select suppliers while negotiating better terms and conditions, particularly for higher-value items with the involvement of External Procurement Service Providers.
• Support activities related to contracts, including amendments, extensions, and terminations, ensuring compliance and efficiency in the contracting process.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and stakeholders.
• Monitor supplier performance and address any issues or non-compliance.
• Conduct supplier risk assessments and sustainability checks, ensuring suppliers align with company standards for financial stability, compliance, operational risks, and sustainability practices.
• Engage with stakeholders to understand and meet their procurement requirements effectively.
• Provide administrative support, including handling queries about agreement content, stakeholder queries, and taxonomy guidance.
• Analyze procurement data to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
• Prepare and present regular reports on procurement activities, savings, and supplier performance. Utilize procurement software and tools to enhance data accuracy and reporting capabilities.