About the CompanyAs a Sourcing Manager in the Knowledge Services team, you will be responsible for leading Global Engagements and executing sourcing strategies across categories/sub-categories. The individual will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including procurement, supply chain, and vendor management, to identify and engage with suppliers, negotiate contracts and optimize sourcing processes. Should be a strategic thinker with exceptional negotiation and communication skills. About the RoleThe Sourcing Manager will lead Global Engagements and execute sourcing strategies across various categories and sub-categories. ResponsibilitiesLead Global Engagements and execute sourcing strategies.Collaborate with cross-functional teams including procurement, supply chain, and vendor management.Identify and engage with suppliers.Negotiate contracts and optimize sourcing processes. QualificationsMinimum 10-12 years of relevant sourcing & procurement experience. Required SkillsStrong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines.Analytical Aptitude & Business acumen with an understanding of how markets work.Good soft skills & Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with suppliers and stakeholders.Excellent communication–written and verbal.Change Management skills: Effective influencer who can make persuasive arguments and has Global exposure with respect to clients and suppliers.Prior experience in a client-facing role is necessary, should have an eye to detail to be able to work towards increasing efficiency.Strong analytical skills and problem-solving skills, attention to detail and Analytical mindset with the ability to gather and analyze data, identify trends, and generate actionable insights for process improvement.Sound & in-depth knowledge and experience of procurement and familiarity with sourcing tools and technologies, such as e-sourcing platforms, supplier management systems, and contract management software.Strong knowledge of sourcing strategies, supplier evaluation and selection processes, contract negotiation, and supplier performance & risk management.Prior experience in tactical & strategic sourcing, contract negotiations and purchasing processes, subject matter expert (SME) in at least one or more industries/categories (direct/indirect).Experience of category management functions like spend analysis & opportunity identification, building pipeline etc., ability to prioritize and manage workload & multiple tasks simultaneously.Proficiency in data analysis tools and techniques, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) and experience in ERP/P2P tools. Also, familiar with Dashboard creation and presenting Governance meetings. Preferred SkillsExperience in strategic sourcing.Familiarity with sourcing tools and technologies. Interested candidates can fill their details in the below form: Sourcing Manager – Fill out form