Sourcing and Procurement Analyst (Strategic Sourcing)

WPP

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands.  We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth.    We work with the world's most valuable brands and have global reach across 100+ markets, with deep local expertise.   Our people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow.    For more information, visit WPP.com.   Why we're hiring: We are seeking a highly analytical and business-oriented Data Analyst to join our Global Centre of Excellence (COE) in Mumbai. This role will play a critical part in enabling data-driven decision-making across Global Procurement and Real Estate & Workplace Solutions (REWS). The analyst will act as a data partner for both functions - owning dashboards, analytics, reporting frameworks, and data quality - while supporting global transformation initiatives, cost optimisation, portfolio performance, and digital enablement. This is a hands-on role requiring strong analytical capability, stakeholder engagement, and the ability to translate complex datasets into clear, actionable insights for senior leadership.   What you'll be doing:   DATA STRATEGY & GOVERNANCE (PROCUREMENT & REWS) * Support the execution of the global data and reporting strategy across Procurement and REWS. * Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and consistency across multiple data sources (ERP, S2C tools, real estate systems, finance data). * Define and maintain data validation processes for spend, contracts, savings, projects, portfolio, and transformation metrics. * Drive improvements in data quality at source through stakeholder collaboration and process simplification.   ANALYTICS & INSIGHTS - PROCUREMENT * Develop and maintain procurement dashboards covering: * Spend analysis * Category and supplier performance * Savings and pipeline tracking * Contract and sourcing activity * Perform deep-dive analysis to identify trends, anomalies, risks, and cost-reduction opportunities. * Own and support procurement taxonomies, categorisation logic, and reporting standards. * Partner with category teams and procurement leadership to answer strategic and operational business questions through data.   ANALYTICS & INSIGHTS – REWS * Track and report on global REWS transformation initiatives, including: * Cost savings (leases, operational efficiencies, IFM) * Space optimisation and Space reduction * Portfolio size and footprint by agency and region * Project completion rates and transformation benefits * Support portfolio and performance reporting for senior REWS leadership. * Consolidate and analyse global end-user feedback related to workplace transformation. * Respond to ad-hoc REWS reporting requests with speed and accuracy.   DASHBOARDING & REPORTING * Design, build, and maintain interactive dashboards using Power BI (and related tools). * Translate complex datasets into clear, executive-ready visualisations and narratives. * Ensure recurring reports and dashboards are reliable, scalable, and aligned to global KPIs. * Continuously improve reporting automation and self-service capabilities.   STAKEHOLDER COLLABORATION & COE ENABLEMENT * Work closely with global stakeholders across Procurement, REWS, Finance, IT, Data teams and relevant external suppliers * Act as a trusted data partner for senior leaders, providing insights, context, and recommendations. * Support COE capability building by documenting processes, sharing best practices, and enabling repeatable analytics. * Liaise with internal and external technology partners (e.g., ERP, S2C, BI vendors) where required.   What you'll need: * 3–5+ years of experience in data analytics, reporting, or business intelligence roles. * Prior experience supporting Procurement, Supply Chain, Real Estate, Facilities, Finance, or Transformation functions is strongly preferred. * Proven experience working with global stakeholders and large, complex datasets. * Exposure to transformation programs, cost optimisation initiatives, or portfolio reporting is a plus.   TECHNICAL & ANALYTICAL SKILLS * Strong experience with Power BI (dashboard design, data modelling, storytelling). * Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (complex formulas, pivot tables, data modelling). * Understanding of: * Procurement data (spend, POs, invoices, contracts, savings) * Financial concepts (GLs, cost centres, budgets) * Real estate or portfolio metrics (SM², occupancy costs, leases – desirable) * Familiarity with ERP systems, S2C / S2P tools, or real estate management systems is an advantage. * Strong analytical thinking with attention to detail and data accuracy.   SOFT SKILLS & COMPETENCIES * Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain data to non-technical audiences. * Strong stakeholder management and collaboration skills. * Structured problem-solving mindset with business acumen. * High ownership, curiosity, and continuous-improvement orientation. * Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, global, matrix environment.   Who you are: You're open: We are inclusive and collaborative; we encourage the free exchange of ideas; we respect and celebrate diverse views. We are open-minded: to new ideas, new partnerships, new ways of working. You're optimistic: We believe in the power of creativity, technology and talent to create brighter futures or our people, our clients and our communities. We approach all that we do with conviction: to try the new and to seek the unexpected. You're extraordinary: we are stronger together: through collaboration we achieve the amazing. We are creative leaders and pioneers of our industry; we provide extraordinary every day.   What we'll give you: Passionate, inspired people – We aim to create a culture in which people can do extraordinary work. Scale and opportunity – We offer the opportunity to create, influence and complete projects at a scale that is unparalleled in the industry. Challenging and stimulating work – Unique work and the opportunity to join a group of creative problem solvers. Are you up for the challenge? #LI-Hybrid   We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process. WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers. PLEASE READ OUR PRIVACY NOTICE (HTTPS://WWW.WPP.COM/EN/CAREERS/WPP-PRIVACY-POLICY-FOR-RECRUITMENT) FOR MORE INFORMATION ON HOW WE PROCESS THE INFORMATION YOU PROVIDE.

Vertice

Spend on technology is one of the biggest items in an enterprise CFO’s budget, second only to headcount. Traditional procurement is one of the most frustrating, friction-filled bottlenecks in modern businesses. A single purchase routinely stalls for months, drowning in endless email threads and dragging in teams from Finance, Legal, Security, and IT. Vertice is the world’s first Intelligent Procurement Platform aiming to eliminate this chaos. By combining automated agentic workflows, deep AI insights, and a global network of expert negotiators, we empower enterprises to buy smarter and scale at pace. The market response has been unprecedented: * $75bn+ in spend processed across our platform. * 20% savings consistently delivered to our customers. * 70% reduction in standard enterprise procurement cycles. * 13X revenue growth achieved over the last two years alone. Founded by serial technology entrepreneurs Roy and Eldar Tuvey, who have successfully scaled and exited two category-defining platforms and created $600M+ in enterprise value, we are backed by over $100M in Series C funding from tier 1 global investors including Bessemer Venture Partners, 83North, and Lakestar. We were recently recognized as the #2 fastest-growing company on the Sunday Times' Tech 100 and named the fastest-growing startup in the UK and Ireland by the FT’s Sifted. With headquarters in London and hubs in New York, Brno, Sydney, and Johannesburg, we are fundamentally reshaping the global B2B economy. As a Sourcing Team Lead, you'll play a pivotal role in optimising SaaS procurement for our customers. You'll partner closely to develop strategic sourcing plans, navigate negotiations with key SaaS vendors, and oversee supplier relationships. You will also manage a small to medium team of Sourcing Analysts. You will report to the Service Delivery Director, working closely with the global Procurement and account management teams to deliver great outcomes for our customers. Responsibilities: * Accountable for Vertice’s service delivery into a portfolio of accounts, supported by Vertice’s broader delivery capability and resources. * Negotiate SaaS deals on behalf of a range of customers, including some of the fastest-growing and best-known in the world. * Work closely with the Vertice account management and sales teams to maintain strong customer relationships. * Act as the primary buy-side contact for our customers, ensuring their commercial objectives are met. * Develop software commercial category strategies alongside customers, jointly targeting the areas of greatest commercial benefit. * Work with senior stakeholders to gain a deep understanding of their requirements, purchase objectives, and technology strategy. Requirements: * Experience & Expertise: * A minimum of 8-10 years of experience in Sourcing or Procurement roles, with a proven track record of managing complex procurements and demonstrable experience in a supervisory or expert-level role (5+ years). * Commercial experience in indirect procurement, strategic sourcing, or procurement consulting. * Proven expertise in high-volume, high-value negotiations, with an in-depth knowledge of strategies and levers to achieve the best results from SaaS vendors. * Leadership: * Proven ability to lead, monitor, and develop a team, including setting clear goals, delegating tasks, and fostering an inspiring environment with open communication. * Demonstrable strategy for managing and resolving team conflicts. * Communication & Stakeholder Management: * Clear, confident, and compelling communicator—in writing, conversation, and in front of C-suite stakeholders. * Effective at managing internal and external stakeholder expectations, providing constructive challenge, and ensuring all key objectives and timelines are met. * Problem-Solving: * Critical thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to make data-driven recommendations and remove roadblocks. * Resourceful, resilient, and able to work well under pressure, managing multiple tasks simultaneously under tight deadlines. #LI-DNP #BI-DNI Final things to note Vertice is an equal opportunities employer, although you must be legally able to work in the specified region of the job. Any personal data you provide will be processed in accordance with Vertice's privacy policy and applicable data protection law. We use AI-assisted tools to help us review and assess applications more efficiently. These tools support our Talent team but do not make hiring decisions autonomously. You have the right to contest any AI-assisted decision, and exercise your data subject rights by contacting us; please follow the instructions in our privacy policy. We like to deal directly with our candidates so no agencies please! If you aren’t sure this job applies to you, feel free to send your CV to careers@vertice.one, and we’ll be happy to take a look and see if you could be a good fit anywhere else in our business!

Thalamus IT Consulting AB

IRnova is growing and we are now recruiting for a Purchasing Manager to join our highly motivated team. The position is based in Kista, Stockholm. The position combines both strategic and operational responsibilities Main tasks: Suppliers: Identify, evaluate and source new suppliers and also keep good relationships with the existing suppliers. Negotiations: Negotiate prices, conditions for agreements and terms & conditions and also warranties. The purchasing process: Place orders, follow up on deliveries and control invoices. Analysis and prognosis: Analyse the need of purchasing, stock levels and market trends. Strategic/Operative: Work with the suppliers for long terms (strategic) or current purchasing and stocks (operative). Work to optimize the companies purchasing processes, lower costs and minimize the risks. Who Are You You possess a technical background along with prior experience in a purchasing role within a technical environment. As our Purchasing Manager we believe you check the following boxes: Analytical abilities: Analyse data to make well substantiated decisions. Communication: Good ability to negotiate and collaborate with internal and external parties. Digital Competence: Good use of business systems and digital tools for purchasing. Structured: Ability to handle several projects at the same time and under time pressure. What you get at IRnova The position will offer you a dynamic and challenging, yet friendly and fun, environment that will present numerous opportunities to discover your potential through training and development. At IRnova, you will work in the Electrum Laboratory in Kista, a state-of-the-art facility that contributes to making the time from groundbreaking scientific results to fully featured commercial products surprisingly short. The recent success of its latest released products means it’s time to get new hands on-board for the coming expansion. As an employee at IRnova, you will have access to their benefits package, which includes among other things, 30 vacation days, pension plan ITP and health care benefits. There is also an incentive employee stock options plan, where all employees get the opportunity to invest in the company and benefit from the growth ahead. Your future Employer IRnova is part of a handful of companies in the world capable of producing cooled infrared detectors. These devices, relying on the fascinating principles of quantum physics, serve both the defence and industrial markets, with applications ranging from tank sights and anti-air systems to search and rescue and optical gas imaging. An increasingly important market is space, where IRnova’s world-leading T2SL technology can be used in the extended shortwave region for Earth observation from satellites. Your application Very welcome with your application! In this recruitment, IRnova collaborates with Thalamus. Please contact Camilla Molander at 070-307 12 50 or Eva Baumgartner, 070-593 65 20 with your questions. We will read applications continuously and the position may be filled before last day of application, so please send us your application today. Last day to apply is 2026-05-30 Please submit your application in English.