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We’re currently looking for a high caliber professional to join our team as IT Sourcing Lead Analyst (Internal Job Title: SC Sourcing Lead analyst C-13) based in Tanil Chennai
Being part of our team means that we’ll provide you with the resources to meet your unique needs, empower you to make healthy decisions and manage your financial well-being to help plan for your future. For instance:
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Citi provides access to an array of learning and development resources to help broaden and deepen your skills and knowledge as your career progresses.
The SC Sourcing Lead analyst C-13 is a senior level position responsible for leading procurement activities such as stakeholder and supplier management, negotiation, productivity, financial modelling, legal language drafting, etc. for a specific category or categories.
In this role, you’re expected to:
Operate with a limited level of direct supervision while being able to maintain effective communication up through senior management and manage escalations.
Exercise independence of judgement and autonomy in their day-to-day tasks.
Oversee procurement and supply base strategy, follow and implement standards, policies, targets, and category strategies as well as coordinate the procurement process for the various products and services within scope.
Lead and/or participate in global category and senior leadership forums with a cross functional category focus on Storage, Datacenter, EUS, Network and IT Professional Services
.Create and fine tune materials for executive review, ie. GDRF decks, project summaries, briefing books, etc.
Develop and/or implement market analyses/benchmarking processes and strategic supplier management programs, perform financial modeling and lead development and execution of negotiation strategies for high-value and complex multi-year deals.
Meet audit requirements ensuring adherence to Citi processes, guidelines and procedures to mitigate risk and ensure control standards are met.
Act as SME to senior stakeholders and /or other team members.
Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citi, its clients and assets.
Lead and enable the development, management, and analysis of eRFXs aligned to the Category Strategy.
As a successful candidate, you’d ideally have the following skills and exposure:
6-10 years of relevant experience
Experience in sourcing or procurement in a large, multi-national organization
Experience in leading strategic sourcing programs
Experience in complex deal structuring, negotiations, and contracting
Advanced computer skills with a focus on Microsoft Excel
Knowledge of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems and eProcurement tools (e.g Oracle, Procure-to-Pay, eAuction, eRFx)
Demonstrated strategic sourcing/procurement, stakeholder management, relationship management, and influencing skills
Advanced Analytical Skills
Complex data analysis and modeling
Advanced cost-benefit analysis
Strategic sourcing and supplier evaluation
Leadership and Management Skills:
Project and program management
Ability to manage multiple critical projects simultaneously
Change management
Strategic Thinking:
Strategic alignment with business goals
Future forward mindset, proactive to anticipate to future risks
Expert Negotiation Skills:
Contract negotiation and drafting
Conflict resolution and problem-solving
Technical Skills:
Knowledge of procurement software
Advanced Excel skills
Enhanced Communication Skills:
Executive-level communication and presentation
Cross-functional collaboration and influence
Advanced stakeholder management – confidence to challenge and influence
Financial Expertise:
Advanced financial analysis
Total cost of ownership analysis
Financial risk management
Regulatory and Compliance Knowledge:
In-depth understanding of procurement best practices
Development and enforcement of compliance policies
Ethical and sustainable procurement practices
Innovative Problem-Solving:
Creative solutions for complex procurement challenges
Curiosity and willingness to challenge status quo
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Skills Required
- 6-10 years of relevant experience
- Experience in sourcing or procurement within a large multinational organization
- Experience leading strategic sourcing programs
- Experience with complex deal structuring, negotiations, and contracting
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
- Knowledge of ERP systems and eProcurement tools, including Oracle, Procure-to-Pay, eAuction, or eRFx
- Strategic sourcing, procurement, stakeholder management, relationship management, and influencing skills
- Complex data analysis, financial modeling, and cost-benefit analysis
- Supplier evaluation and strategic supplier management
- Project and program management, including managing multiple critical projects
- Change management and strategic business alignment
- Contract negotiation, drafting, conflict resolution, and problem-solving
- Executive-level communication, presentation, and cross-functional collaboration
- Total cost of ownership analysis and financial risk management
- Procurement compliance, regulatory knowledge, and sustainable procurement practices
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing support extends beyond insurance through programs like an Employee Assistance Program, counseling/legal resources, and gym or wellness reimbursement. These offerings increase the perceived total rewards value even when cash compensation sentiment varies by role.
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