About the Position

Procurement Business Partner

Date published: Jan 15 2025

Location: Barcelona, Spain

Job category: Digital

Within the Digital Domain, the Procurement Business Partner’s role is to maximize the value of Digital businesses and activities through robust collaboration with the Digital Senior Leadership Team. This global position concerns DIGITAL R&D.

Responsibilities

Develop relationships within and across different lines of business and throughout the Procurement organization.
Master negotiation techniques and possess technical knowledge of the sub-categories/domain.
Strong experience in Procurement or related fields.
Strategic thinking and results orientation.
Good understanding of business, operations, and legal aspects.
Strong analytical, problem-solving skills.
Creative mindset to innovate and challenge for best-in-class deals.
Assertive, high-level communicator with excellent organizational and presentation skills.
Confident in interacting with key stakeholders and vendors.
Influential management, ability to convince and persuade others.
Experienced in managing complex and undefined business situations.
Ability to work in a complex multi-functional matrix organization.
Strategic and innovative approach for business solutions while in compliance with external and internal policies.
Strong Leadership, Management, and Talent development skills.
High sense of Ethics, Business integrity, and compliance.

Requirements

Strategy & Governance

Build competitive and innovative sourcing initiatives based on spend and existing landscape analysis, market intelligence, business needs, risks, and opportunities.
Participate in the definition and implementation of category strategies.

Operations Management

Lead and manage a team of Global Lead Buyers.
Be accountable for Digital & Business demands regarding sourcing activities.
Anticipate and consolidate all business needs at the global level to optimize negotiations.
Oversee the execution of strategic sourcing initiatives and negotiations.
Develop and share expertise of suppliers’ markets.
Define priorities and goals for the scope.
Be accountable for the delivery of the savings pipeline.
Advise and coach Global Lead Buyers and Global Buyers in sourcing and negotiation strategies.
Communicate proactively on sourcing activities.
Engage proactively with other Procurement Domains.
Deliver robust Supplier Management with strategic & business reviews and performance management.
Ensure mastery of Procurement technical excellence.

Stakeholder Management

Engage senior stakeholders of Digital and selected business stakeholders in other GBUs.
Develop strong partnerships with key stakeholders and foster two-way supportive relationships.
Create and strengthen relationships with other Procurement Domains, Digital Finance, Legal department, Digital Business Development.
Present Procurement strategies to key internal customers for review and input.

Languages

Fluent in English is a must.

About the Company

At Cognizant, we engineer modern businesses to improve everyday life because we're dedicated to making a lasting impact. Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) engineers modern businesses. We help our clients modernize technology, reimagine processes, and transform experiences so they can stay ahead in our fast-changing world. Together, we're improving everyday life. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant.

We Offer

Financial wellbeing

We regularly review market data to ensure compensation reflects the value you bring. Your benefits extend beyond pay and may include retirement plans, financial education, etc.

Physical and mental health

We empower you to prioritize your wellbeing through paid time off, flexible working where possible, healthcare plans, counselling, our Mental Health Allyship program and more.

Your career, your way

With 350,000+ roles at Cognizant, you’ll have opportunities to explore new technologies, industries and locations-and build the skills you need to grow your career.

Real-world impact

Think about the biggest brands you rely on. Chances are, they rely on us to help strengthen their business. Here, you’ll turn bold ideas into solutions that improve lives everywhere.

Your Path to Cognizant

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Step 4: Decision time

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