Senior Executive - Procurement & Sourcing

Company Overview:

 When it comes to IT solution providers, there are a lot of choices. But when it comes to providers with innovative and differentiating end-to-end service offerings, there’s really only one: Zones – First Choice for IT.TM 

Zones is a Global Solution Provider of end-to-end IT solutions with an unmatched supply chain. Positioned to be the IT partner you need, Zones, a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) in business for over 35 years, specializes in Digital Workplace, Cloud & Data Center, Networking, Security, and Managed/Professional/Staffing services. Operating in more than 120 countries, leveraging a robust portfolio, and utilizing the highest certification levels from key partners, including Microsoft, Apple, Cisco, Lenovo, Adobe, and more, Zones has mastered the science of building digital infrastructures that change the way business does business ensuring whatever they need, they can Consider IT Done. Follow Zones, LLC on Twitter @Zones, and LinkedIn and Facebook.

Position Overview:

 We are looking for an experienced Senior Executive to manage the company’s supply of products and

services. Senior Executive’s responsibilities include strategizing to find cost-effective deals and

suppliers. His duty is to discover the best ways to cut procurement expenses, sourcing new products,

vendor development, market research, so that the company can invest in growth and people. This role

will primarily support all transactional activities and manage the overall purchase process -Procure to Pay 

• Responsible to source, negotiate and purchase IT products & services from both local and overseas vendors.
• Evaluate vendor’s quotation to ensure that they are in line with the technical and commercial specifications required for the project.
• Responsible for implementing internal procurement strategies to cater to high delivery and short lead time requirements.
• Discover profitable suppliers and initiate business and organization partnerships.
• Negotiate with external vendors to secure advantageous terms.
• Approve the ordering of necessary goods and services.
• Finalize purchase details of orders and deliveries.
• Examine and test existing contracts.
• Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness.
• Collaborate with key persons to ensure clarity of the specifications and expectations of the company.
• Foresee alterations in the comparative negotiating ability of suppliers and clients.
• Expect unfavorable events through analysis of data and prepare control strategies.
• Perform risk management for supply contracts and agreements.
• Control spend and build a culture of long-term saving on procurement costs.
• Advise internal and external stakeholders on issues regarding purchasing terms & conditions.
• In charge of daily operational purchasing needs such as planning, issuing, and following up on Purchase Orders delivery and shipment schedules
• Performance review for vendors

• Evaluate supplier performance based on quality standards, delivery time & best prices and ensure all the criteria are met according to the organizational requirements.

 What you’ll do as the (Senior Executive - Procurement & Sourcing):

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Should have 8+ years of relevant experience in IT industry in Procurement & Sourcing
• Proven working experience as per the desired profile.
• Should possess knowledge of the industry and market conditions of IT and networking products.
• Proficient in use of MS Office Applications (Words, Excel, Access, Visio)
• Should have Impeccable negotiation and problem-solving skills with suppliers and vendors.
• Should have excellent Business Communication skills.
• Should be confident, creative, proactive in taking initiatives and achieving them.
• Undertake any other ad-hoc duties as assigned requirements.
• Resourceful, self-driven, proactive and team player
• Hardworking and meticulous with positive attitude
• Possess good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work well under stress in a fast-paced environment.

What you will bring to the team:

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:  B.Tech/MBA, preferable with Supply Chain

 Zones offers a comprehensive Benefits package.

While we’re committed to providing top-tier solutions, we are just as committed to supporting our own teams. We offer a competitive compensation package where our employees are rewarded based on their performance and recognized for the value they bring to our business. Our employees enjoy a variety of comprehensive benefits, including Medical Insurance Coverage, Group Term Life and Personal Accident Cover to handle the uncertainties of life and a flexible leave policy to balance their work life.

At Zones, work is more than a job – it's an exciting career immersed in an inventive, collaborative culture. If you’re interested in working on the cutting edge of IT innovation, sales, engineering, operations, administration, and more, Zones is the place for you!

 All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status or on the basis of disability.