Assistant Manager - Technology Procurement

About the Role
This position is responsible for leading end-to-end technology procurement across assigned portfolios. Key activities include developing sourcing strategies, executing tendering processes, managing negotiations, overseeing contract awards, and ensuring effective supplier management while optimizing value and mitigating risks.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead RFI, RFQ, RFP, ITB, and direct-award procurement processes.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies aligned with business and category requirements.
• Manage procurement from demand planning through contract award and supplier onboarding.
• Lead technical/commercial evaluations, tender clarifications, BAFOs, and negotiations.
• Manage amendments, renewals, extensions, change requests, and claims support.
• Monitor procurement schedules and Tender Event Schedules.
• Drive cost optimization and commercial value.
• Manage supplier performance, disputes, and operational escalations.
• Review sourcing strategies, tender documentation, evaluations, and governance submissions.

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience in procurement, sourcing, contracts, or supply chain management.
• Proven experience managing complex technology procurement and strategic sourcing.
• Experience leading competitive tendering processes and contract negotiations.
• Experience managing suppliers, stakeholders, and cross-functional procurement initiatives.
• Experience within large-scale organizations, giga-projects, government entities, or highly regulated environments is preferred.