Buyer-IT Procurement

Job PurposeResponsible for IT procurement for Data center businessRoles & ResponsibilitiesCost Effective Procurement of various IT Hardware, Software, Non-IT items, Bandwidth etc. as needed in Data Center operations.Prepare detailed commercial comparisons of vendor proposals, considering factors such as cost, quality, delivery timelines, and other terms.Obtain approvals from relevant authorities according to established approval flows.Preparing Purchase Order along with detailed Terms & Conditions.SLA formulations for various supplies & services required for Data Center.Identify opportunities for innovation and process improvement within the procurement function.Ensuring TOT to adhere timely actions and faster turnaround of PR to PO.Ensuring OTIF-D of supplies & services as per the Contract terms.Purchase Order / Contract Life cycle management.Maintaining healthy relationship with Suppliers in order to ensure timely support.New Vendor Development to maintain competitiveness and high quality standards.New Vendor on-boarding process.Vendor Performance Evaluation & Monitoring on regular intervals.Coordination with various internal & external stakeholders.Support Pre-sales team for various RFPs including Govt bids.Knowledge of SAP-MM Module for releasing Purchase Order.Maintain accurate records / MIS of product purchases, contracts/Non-Disclosure Agreements, and vendor communications.Educational QualificationsBE/B-Tech or equivalent with Computer Science or Electronics & Communication or Electrical Engineering. MBA-Operations/Supply Chain will be added advantageRelevant Experience5 years procurement experience in IT Hardware / Software.Must have procured IT Hardwares like Routers / Firewall / Switches / Servers / Storage / Back-up etc., IT Softwares, Bandwidth, Non-IT items, Services etc.Must be aware of Software licensing model, other licensing models of Support & Services.Must have knowledge of different contract terms & conditions.Proficiency Microsoft Office Suite (esp PPT, Intermediate to Advance excel proficiency).Must be aware of Inco-Terms.Should be excellent in communication skills.Should be target oriented and achieve goals.Should be persuasive in nature and convincing others.Good in analytical skills and quick learner.Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.Good Team player & go-getter.Pleasant personality.Worked with similar industry of Data Centre PRB