Procurement Process Analyst Job in Gurgaon at American Express

American Express is hiring for the role of Procurement Process Analyst!

Responsibilities of the Candidate:

• Manage Contract and Sourcing Delivery engagements including delivering the most effective strategy for achieving maximum value for the business through the contracting and sourcing processes as guided by the American Express Policy for Third Party Management (AEMP10) and established processes within SS&BE. 
• Build and maintain stakeholder relationships with the American Express businesses, across peer groups, stakeholders including GCO, TLM, Tax, Compliance, and Insurance in multiple markets, as well as act as a first point of contact for third parties during contract negotiations and Sourcing events.
• Build and leverage knowledge as well as experience of third parties, industries, and service categories to identify opportunities that can add value (performance improvement, demand generation, process reengineering, cost reduction, revenue drivers) to American Express businesses. Create and present compelling business case for change (when needed) to leaders.
• Lead sourcing events and own the project end to end for American Express business using including but not limited to defining requirements, development SOW, supplier sourcing, RFx events, communication plan, change plan etc. Act as the primary point of contact for overall Sourcing project and work across stakeholders to ensure timely delivery and effective communication exchange.
• Lead effective supplier negotiations (including but not limited to commercial and contractual) to drive value and competitive advantage for our business partners. Partner with AXP SME groups to assess and identify contractual risks and drive negotiation to achieve favorable terms for American Express.
• Support strong supplier governance by properly identifying supplier risk for each engagement, guide American Express Business Unit on the Third Party Life Cycle Management (TLM) program and work closely with TLM the complete the program requirements. 
• Act as consultant/partner to American Express business units for Sourcing to Contract related activities across commodities/services and provide solution on related matters often with no precedent.
• Identify and drive results cross-functionally, cross-business units, and across the Blue Box that have a major impact on American Express’ revenue and profitability.

Requirements:

• 2-3 years of work experience in a reputed financial organization
• Bachelor’s degree
• A degree in law will be a strong plus

Preferred:

• Prior experience in procurement specifically related to supplier contract management.