Senior Purchasing Specialist

Mumbai, India

Req ID: 202051

At SolarWinds, we’re a people-first company. Our purpose is to enrich the lives of the people we serve—including our employees, customers, shareholders, partners, and communities. Join us in our mission to help customers accelerate business transformation with simple, powerful, and secure solutions.

The ideal candidate thrives in an innovative, fast-paced environment and is collaborative, accountable, ready, and empathetic. We’re looking for individuals who believe they can accomplish more as a team and create lasting growth for themselves and others. We hire based on attitude, competency, and commitment. Solarians are ready to advance our world-class solutions in a fast-paced environment and accept the challenge to lead with purpose. If you’re looking to build your career with an exceptional team, you’ve come to the right place. Join SolarWinds and grow with us!

Position Summary:
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Procurement Specialist with at least 5 years of professional experience working directly within a purchasing team at a large organization. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of end-to-end procurement processes, including purchase request management, vendor engagement, and contract initiation. Proficiency in Coupa and OneTrust platforms is essential.

Key Responsibilities:
Procurement Operations

Review, validate, and process purchase requisitions in alignment with organizational policies and budget controls.
Ensure proper structuring of purchasing requests, including accurate categorization, scope definition, and compliance documentation.
Maintain procurement records and ensure audit readiness.

Vendor Management & Sourcing

Initiate first-round negotiations with vendors, focusing on pricing, delivery terms, and service levels.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to define sourcing requirements and evaluate supplier capabilities.
Support supplier onboarding and ensure compliance with OneTrust-driven privacy and risk protocols.

System & Process Management

Utilize Coupa for requisition tracking, approval workflows, and spend analysis.
Ensure data integrity and timely updates within procurement systems.
Identify opportunities for process improvement and cost optimization.

Compliance & Risk Mitigation

Ensure procurement activities align with internal controls, legal standards, and ethical sourcing practices.
Collaborate with legal and compliance teams to support contract reviews and risk assessments.

Required Qualifications:

Minimum 5 years of experience in procurement or strategic sourcing within a large enterprise environment.
Demonstrated expertise in Coupa and OneTrust platforms.
Strong understanding of procurement lifecycle, including requisition management, RFx processes, and vendor negotiations.
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field (preferred).

SolarWinds is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. SolarWinds will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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