Technical Buyer

Technical Buyer- Procurement (IT Infrastructure, Global) Location: Bangalore/Mohali Department: Procurement Reports To: Procurement Manager Role Overview: We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Executive – Procurement with strong expertise in global procurement of IT infrastructure products and services . The role requires end-to-end procurement handling – from RFQ/RFP to PO creation, vendor management, cost negotiations, and ensuring timely delivery to support business-critical IT infrastructure projects across global regions. Key Responsibilities: Procurement Operations: Manage end-to-end procurement process for IT hardware, software, networking, cloud services, and related IT infrastructure. Handle global RFQs and RFPs , ensuring competitive quotes and supplier compliance with company standards. Ensure timely PO creation and tracking until closure. Develop and maintain strong relationships with global OEMs, distributors, and suppliers. Negotiate pricing, payment terms, warranties, and SLAs to drive cost savings and value . Onboard new suppliers as per compliance and update vendor databases/OEM sheets. Ensure procurement complies with global policies, tax norms, and legal requirements. Maintain accuracy in documentation (POs, contracts, trackers) with proper cost center tagging. Partner with IT, Finance, and Project Teams to understand requirements and deliver within agreed timelines. Provide regular updates to stakeholders on request status, bottlenecks, and delivery timelines. Track procurement cycle times, supplier performance (SLA adherence), and cost savings. Prepare monthly PO reports (RFQs handled, escalations, approvals, cost savings, supplier onboarding). Escalate process gaps and drive continuous improvements. Key Skills & Competencies: Strong knowledge of IT products & services (Servers, Storage, Laptops, Networking, Security, Cloud subscriptions, Software licenses). Experience in global procurement operations (multi-region, multi-currency). Excellent negotiation, vendor management, and cost optimization skills. Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Coupa, Odoo, etc.) and MS Excel. Ability to work under pressure, prioritize multiple requests, and meet strict timelines. Strong communication skills (verbal & written) for engaging with global stakeholders. Qualifications & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business Administration, IT, or related field (BE preferred). 5 years of experience in procurement, with at least 3+ years in IT infrastructure/global sourcing .

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