Introduction
IBM is a leader in the worldwide transformation and just the place to further define and develop your career in Procurement. Our dedicated teams of business professionals give our clients more than solutions we ask, what else is possible. As a member of our IBM Procurement team, you'll have the opportunity to grow your expertise with a market leader, while exploring and connecting with virtually every part of IBM, in over 160 countries.
When you join IBM, you join a culture of openness, collaboration, and trust. Join us and experience a place where you can co-create your learning and opportunities. A place where teamwork and unique ideas are treasured. A place where you can bring innovation to life.
Your Role And Responsibilities
- Focus on end-to-end Tactical Buying RFx steps including 3-bid buy, negotiations, and contract redlining
- Execute low-value sourcing activities (Tactical Buying)
- Support Sourcing Professionals in creating global agreements with awarded suppliers (when needed)
- Assist Sourcing Analysts and Sourcing Professionals on complex RFQ projects
- Engage suppliers on NDA/CDA agreement completion and handover to Sourcing Analyst for agreement creation
- Participate in client discussions on cost modeling and present cost structures to relevant business units
- Lead Supplier Performance Management activities with suppliers and business stakeholders
- Collaborate closely with Sourcing Professionals on project-related data and requirements
- Assist in Supplier Scorecard development and provide category-specific guidance
- Execute supplier financial health analysis and reporting for complex cases
- Support middle and back-office procurement tasks as assigned based on complexity
- Conduct market intelligence and supplier identification based on business requirements
- Assess sourcing requirements and route work to Sourcing Analyst / Sourcing Professional based on complexity
Preferred Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Technical And Professional Expertise
- Fluent in English and Mandarin communication (spoken and written)
- 23 years of procurement experience
- General knowledge of end-to-end sourcing activities
- Basic knowledge of ERP procurement systems (e.g., Ariba, SAP, Coupa, Oracle)
