Procurement Business Partner
Tech Stack
Job Description, Responsibilities & Requirements
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 thanks to a robust collaboration with the Digital Senior Leadership Team. This scope of this position is global and concerns DIGITAL R&D.
Responsibilities
- Develop relationships within and across different lines of business and throughout the Procurement organization.
- Master negotiation techniques and possess strong experience in Procurement or related fields.
- Exhibit strategic thinking, results orientation, and a good understanding of business, operations, and legal aspects.
- Demonstrate strong analytical, problem-solving skills, flexibility, and resourcefulness.
- Innovate and challenge to get best-in-class deals.
- Communicate assertively and confidently with key stakeholders and vendors.
- Manage complex and undefined business situations.
- Work in a complex multi-functional matrix organization across functions, countries, and cultures.
- Approach business solutions strategically and innovatively while complying with external and internal policies.
- 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 within and outside the Domain.
- Define priorities and goals for the scope.
- Be accountable for the delivery of the savings pipeline in line with targets.
- Advise and coach Global Lead Buyers and Global Buyers in their sourcing strategies, negotiation strategies & tactics, and market knowledge.
- Communicate proactively on ongoing sourcing activities within and outside the Domain.
- Engage proactively with other Procurement Domains.
- Deliver robust Supplier Management with strategic & business reviews and performance management.
- Ensure mastery of Procurement technical excellence.
- Work closely with procurement services to leverage middle and back-office services.
Requirements
- Strategic Thinking: Build competitive and innovative sourcing initiatives based on spend and existing landscape analysis, market intelligence, business needs, risks, and opportunities.
- Negotiation: Participate in the definition and implementation of category strategies in accordance with the category managers’ recommendations.
- Stakeholder Management: Engage upfront senior stakeholders of Digital and selected business stakeholders in other GBUs.
- Analytical Skills: Develop strong partnerships with key stakeholders and foster two-way supportive relationships.
- Problem Solving: Create and strengthen relationships with other Procurement Domains, Digital Finance, Legal department, Digital Business Development.
- Leadership: Present Procurement strategies to key internal customers for review and input.
- Management: Lead and manage a team of Global Lead Buyers.
- Communication: Communicate proactively on ongoing sourcing activities within and outside the Domain.
- Teamwork: Engage proactively with other Procurement Domains.
Nice to Have
- Fluent in English
We Offer
- Competitive compensation
- Retirement plans
- Financial education
- Paid time off
- Flexible working options
- Healthcare plans
- Counselling
- Mental Health Allyship program
- Opportunities to explore new technologies, industries, and locations
- Real-world impact by helping strengthen businesses of the biggest brands
About the Company
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, bridging the gap between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process, and engineering expertise enable us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, drive tangible outcomes, and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at cognizant.ai or follow us on @cognizant.
Application Process
- Apply to the right opportunity: Find an open role that matches your skills and career goals and show us why you’re the person for the job. Don’t see the right opportunity? Consider joining our Talent Community.
- Connect with your recruiter: If one of our recruiters sees a fit, they’ll set up a short intro call to learn more about you and how your experiences and skills match the role.
- Show off your skills: If you and our team would like to continue the process, you’ll interview with our hiring team. Some roles may also require technical assessments and/or client interviews.
- Decision time: Our team will then review each candidate’s potential to succeed in the role. This step may take some time because we want to find the right fit for both you and us-but you can count on us to keep you updated.
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