Procurement Specialist II

About the Role

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and support tenders for warehousing, transportation, and distribution networks across India, the Middle East, and Africa
• Participate in global ocean freight tenders
• Conduct RFQs and manage supplier selection processes
• Optimise service levels while balancing cost efficiency
• Lead contract negotiations and drive cost-out initiatives, including improving commercial and payment terms
• Build and manage strong relationships with external logistics partners (3PLs, 4PLs, warehouses, customs brokers)
• Consolidate financial and cost-driving data for reporting and analysis
• Support and work with procurement tools and systems such as SAP, Coupa, SFDC, and tendering software
• Develop and execute category strategies for logistics spend
• Contribute to the IMEA logistics procurement strategy
• Participate in cross-functional and internal procurement projects
• Support team goals and initiatives to continuously improve procurement processes

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, or a related field (Master’s degree is a plus)
• Minimum 10 years of experience in operational logistics procurement and/or logistics operations, preferably within an IMEA scope
• Strong knowledge of IMEA logistics, including groupage transport, warehousing operations, and transport service providers
• Experience with storage and transportation of hazardous goods is preferred • Proven ability to work independently, take ownership, and deliver results without close supervision
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills • High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Very fluent in English with excellent written and verbal communication skills • Comfortable working with calculations, data analysis, and IT-based procurement tools
• Strong stakeholder management skills and ability to build long-term relationships
• Pragmatic mindset with the maturity to handle both strategic and operational tasks
• Ability to work effectively in a diverse, multicultural, and geographically distributed organization
• Strong commitment to Safety First and Quality principles
• Willingness to travel occasionally (up to 10%)
• What We Offer
• We offer a dynamic, international working environment where you can actively shape IMEA logistics procurement strategies. You will work in a small, focused team with significant autonomy and responsibility. The role comes with a competitive compensation and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development within a global organization.
• Experience with storage and transportation of hazardous goods is preferred
• Proven ability to work independently, take ownership, and deliver results without close supervision
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Very fluent in English with excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable working with calculations, data analysis, and IT-based procurement tools