Job Title:
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:
- Handle global RFQs and RFPs, ensuring competitive quotes and supplier compliance with company standards.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with global OEMs, distributors, and suppliers.
- Negotiate pricing, payment terms, warranties, and SLAs to drive cost savings and value.
- 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, 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:
- BE/BTech (Computer Science / IT / Electronics) preferred, or any degree with strong IT Infrastructure procurement experience
- 2 to 3 years of experience in IT Infrastructure Procurement and Global Sourcing
