Lead Analyst - Strategic Sourcing

Job Description

• This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Lead Analyst - Strategic Sourcing in India. In this role, you will join a global procurement and revenue optimization environment where data-driven sourcing decisions directly influence cost efficiency and operational performance. You will act as a key analytical partner across procurement, finance, legal, and business teams, supporting end-to-end sourcing strategies and vendor negotiations. The position involves deep spend analysis, RFx execution, and continuous improvement of procurement workflows in a fast-paced, remote-first setup. You will help shape smarter purchasing decisions by translating complex data into actionable insights for leadership. This is a high-impact role for someone who thrives on ownership, cross-functional collaboration, and driving measurable value across global supply chains.
• Accountabilities In this role, you will be responsible for driving sourcing excellence across procurement operations and enabling data-backed decision-making across the organization. You will: Perform detailed spend analysis to identify savings opportunities, category trends, and procurement inefficiencies across global operations. Lead RFx processes (RFPs, RFIs, RFQs), including supplier identification, bid evaluation, and vendor selection. Support contract negotiations in collaboration with Legal and Finance teams to ensure compliant and optimized commercial terms. Manage order workflows, ensuring accuracy, policy compliance, and timely execution across the quote-to-order lifecycle. Partner with business stakeholders to understand sourcing needs and deliver actionable, data-driven recommendations. Monitor supplier performance, lead business reviews, and ensure adherence to SLAs and contractual obligations. Support reporting, forecasting, and annual planning activities including territory, segmentation, and pipeline analysis. Drive process improvements across procurement and sourcing systems, enhancing efficiency and scalability. Requirements The ideal candidate brings strong experience in strategic sourcing or procurement analytics, along with a solid understanding of enterprise-scale purchasing processes. You should have: 10–15 years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or supply chain analytics within a fast-paced environment. Strong expertise in spend analysis, vendor management, and end-to-end RFx lifecycle execution. Advanced proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets and experience with ERP or eSourcing platforms. Solid understanding of SaaS or enterprise procurement metrics and financial modeling concepts. Strong analytical mindset with the ability to transform complex datasets into actionable business insights. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including ability to present to leadership. Experience collaborating cross-functionally with Finance, Legal, and Operations teams. Ability to manage multiple sourcing projects simultaneously with strong attention to detail and prioritization. Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain Management, or a related field (certifications such as CPSM or MCIPS are a plus). Benefits Competitive salary aligned with experience and industry benchmarks Remote-first work environment with flexibility Opportunity to work in a global, high-impact procurement organization Exposure to strategic sourcing, analytics, and enterprise transformation initiatives Learning and development support to enhance professional growth Collaborative, cross-functional work culture Opportunity to influence cost optimization and strategic vendor decisions at scale
• How Jobgether works: We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team. We appreciate your interest and wish you the best! Why Apply Through Jobgether? Data Privacy Notice: By submitting your application, you acknowledge that Jobgether will process your personal data to evaluate your candidacy and share relevant information with the hiring employer. This processing is based on legitimate interest and pre-contractual measures under applicable data protection laws (including GDPR). You may exercise your rights (access, rectification, erasure, objection) at any time. #LI-CL1
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