Context:
- The individual will be part of *** 's International Sourcing and Procurement division, which is responsible for Procurement activities outside of domestic US.
- The individual will be involved in sourcing initiatives with a specific focus on BMT (Broadcast *** & Technology) category across APAC. This includes Playout, Up-linking, Bandwidth, Post-production, Dubbing, Content delivery network (CDN), Cloud services, Data centers, Broadcast equipment's and all technology products and services. Individual will be in charge of sourcing for a specific sub-category in BMT with skillsets and expertise to manage all BMT categories across APAC.
- The Sourcing Specialist will be a primary interface with Business Unit operators to fulfil their Procurement needs. This individual will lead efforts to source and procure goods and services to support Company operational requirements. They will manage vendors with a focus on supply base, increasing spend with fewer vendors and optimizing the value to the end user
- The Sourcing Specialist will build and lead cross-functional teams responsible for developing and implementing Sourcing arrangements with preferred suppliers. They will source and negotiate supply relationships for internal clients.
Key Responsibilities:
- The individual will have an extensive procurement background in Broadcast *** Technology categories of spends for APAC.
- Provide rigorous cost and market analysis following models established by Sourcing focusing on total cost of ownership
- Prepare and execute clear, structured negotiations following the Strategic Sourcing process
- Plan and execute activities to ensure prompt placement of orders for materials, supplies, equipment and services as required by LOB
- Ensure compliance with Strategic Sourcing policies and best practices
- Continually assess market conditions and develop procurement strategies that maximize value to the Company
- Meet business' requirements for service, quality and value at lowest total cost
- Communicate and report to management the status of any critical purchases that could affect planning
- Be aware of market trends and conditions in the BMT and understand how these affect suppliers, cost of goods/services, pricing, and the resulting impact to clients
- Research and implement "best practice" procurement techniques, including supporting technologies related to sourcing commodities
- Participate in professional development activities to keep abreast of current industry best practices and continuously improve professional skills and technical expertise
- Provide support to other territories as needed
- Demonstrate exemplary integrity and ethics in all instances
- Interact with and i *** uence stakeholders at all levels of the business
- Ensure compliance, cost savings and performance measures are established, tracked and achieved
- Build/establish strategic relationships with key suppliers
- Work with finance and business teams to have an annual and long-term plans and strategy for the requisite BMT sub-category across APAC.
Assistant Manager will report to the Lead for BMT - APAC who will manage the incumbent's day-to-day work activities and responsibilities
Experience and Professional Qualifications Required
- 5 -7 years' experience with a blue-chip company with a renowned, strong record of procurement, world class procurement department
- Detailed knowledge and understanding of BMT category and experience managing related procurement activity.
- Proven category management experience
- Knowledge / required to work on ERP softwares (e.g. ARIBA, Coupa)
- Strong expertise in using MS Office, Word, Excel & PowerPoint
- Business acumen to think on strategies and implementation plan
- Able to handle standalone project with minimum supervision
- Experience operating as an internal business consultant
- Experience in managing a virtual team
- Fluent in English
- Ability to work with multiple APAC countries is must.
- Excellent stakeholder i *** uencing skills
- Advanced analytical skills to support complex financial modeling
- Experience in problem solving and analytical methods is critical
- Strong written and communication skills
- Strong negotiation skills
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Ability to interact with employees at all levels
- Ability/desire to work in a multi-cultural, multi territory environment.
Competencies Required
Thinks Strategically
- Develops clear and consistent strategies to achieve the vision
- Leverages synergy opportunities across functions and businesses
- Examines issues from a broad perspective, considering impact beyond im *** te scope
- Stays current on business issues, industry trends, and technology advances
Builds Relationships
- Engages colleagues across the organization to optimize performance
- Manages the needs of diverse stakeholders
- Facilitates win-win situations
Communicates Effectively
- Obtains full engagement through inspiring communications
- Provides appropriate rationale and context to drive commitment
- Effectively persuades others to support ideas and plans
- Listens and asks questions to ensure understanding
Drives Results
- Translates strategy into specific priorities, objectives, and action plans
- Manages projects, processes and resources to produce desired outcomes
- Uses technology to facilitate *** ter results
- Analyses data and information to drive decisions
Inspires Creativity and Innovation
- Proactively looks for new opportunities
- Transfers ideas and successes across boundaries
- Challenges the status quo
- Articulates a compelling business case for change
- Supports new initiatives
- Demonstrates flexibility in response to changes
- Provides challenging work assignments and developmental opportunities
- Recognises and rewards the achievements of others
- Pursues excellence with integrity, passion and courage
- Shows consistency in words and actions
- Treats others with respect
About *** (Corporate):
At *** Corporate you can see how the businesses behind the Company's powerful brands come together to create the most innovative, far-reaching and admired entertainment company in the world. As a member of a corporate team, you'll work with world-class leaders driving the strategies that keep *** at the leading edge of entertainment. See and be seen by other innovative thinkers as you enable the greatest storytellers in the world to create memories for millions of families around the globe.
About *** :
*** , together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading diversified international family entertainment and *** enterprise with the following business segments: *** Entertainment, *** , *** Parks, and Experiences and Products. From humble beginnings as a cartoon studio in the 1920s to its preeminent name in the entertainment industry today, *** proudly continues its legacy of creating world-class stories and experiences for every member of the family. *** 's stories, characters and experiences reach consumers and guests from every corner of the globe. With operations in more than 40 countries, our employees and cast members work together to create entertainment experiences that are both universally and locally cherished.
This position is with UTV Software Communications Private Ltd , which is part of a business we call *** (Corporate) .
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