Sr. Indirect Procurement Specialist

Department:
Information Technology

Location:
EMEA-Israel

Description
Align is seeking a Global Indirect Procurement Specialist. In this role, you will be responsible for managing the sourcing and procurement of indirect goods and services such as R&D, IT, and HR etc. This includes software tools, cloud services, and HR solutions. You will take an assertive approach to negotiations, driving cost optimization, on-time delivery, and innovative solutions. Your ability to think outside the box and remain resilient in overcoming challenges will be essential in achieving success in this dynamic and evolving field.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing and negotiations for indirect procurement categories, including R&D services, IT EUC and infrastructure (hardware, software licenses, cloud services, IT support), office supplies, consulting services, facilities management, marketing services, and training providers to support various business operations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., R&D, IT, HR, Legal and Finance) to align procurement needs, such as sourcing R&D software, securing IT services for product development, or managing employee training services.
• Manage supplier relationships to ensure KPIs for cost, quality, and delivery are met across all indirect procurement categories, from IT support to HR services.
• Conduct TCO analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities, e.g., evaluating R&D software renewal costs, optimizing IT infrastructure contracts, or finding efficiencies in office supply procurement.
• Monitor and optimize KPIs for procurement efficiency across indirect categories, ensuring cost control, on-time delivery, and high-quality service levels.
• Identify and mitigate risks, ensuring continuity for critical services, such as R&D tools, IT support, or facility management services.
• Oversee contract management and negotiations, ensuring favorable terms across indirect procurement categories, such as IT, HR consulting, or marketing services.
• Stay updated on market trends and innovative solutions, e.g., new R&D technologies, sustainable IT services, or cost-effective office supplies.
• Drive continuous improvement in procurement processes to enhance operational efficiency, e.g., streamlining procurement for R&D tools, implementing e-sourcing for office supplies, or reducing vendor management overhead.
• Provide procurement expertise and ensure compliance with best practices, advising teams on selecting the best vendors for indirect services such as HR services, IT infrastructure, or consulting services.
• Ensure readiness for negotiation by understanding the procurement area, researching market trends, and preparing alternative solutions, e.g., for R&D services, IT contracts, or facilities management.
• Manage contract renewals to ensure optimal pricing and improved terms for R&D services, IT infrastructure, and other indirect procurement categories.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• 10+ years of experience in indirect/direct procurement and Purchasing/Supply Chain management, with a focus on R&D and IT contracts – Must
• Relevant academic background
• Fluent in Hebrew and English (verbal and written) – Must
• Proven negotiation skills, with experience in negotiating contracts for R&D services, infrastructure, software licenses, cloud services, and other indirect procurement categories – Must
• Experience with global procurement and managing relationships with overseas suppliers, particularly in R&D and IT sectors – Must
• Hands-on experience in subcontracting management for indirect services like IT support, HR development projects, and consulting – Required
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and prioritize workloads in fast-paced environments – Required
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills– Required
• Self-motivated, with a proactive approach to managing procurement needs in indirect categories such as office supplies, consulting, and R&D services – Required
• High proficiency in BI Platforms such as Power BI, Excel and PowerPoint for data analysis and reporting – Required
• Knowledge of SAP ERP system and its application in indirect procurement – Advantage
• Strong understanding of contracts, including negotiation, legal terminology, and clauses related to cost margin, COGS, OPEX, and risk management-Must
• Knowledge of contract law and the ability to collaborate with legal teams to ensure favorable terms and conditions for procurement contracts- Advantage

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Align Technology is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all our practices, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected category. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the country for which they are applying, and employment eligibility will be verified as a condition of hire.