Procurement and Supplier Relationship Lead

Company Description

Experian is a global data and technology company, powering opportunities for people and businesses around the world. We help to redefine lending practices, uncover and prevent fraud, simplify healthcare, create marketing solutions, and gain deeper insights into the automotive market, all using our unique combination of data, analytics and software. We also assist millions of people to realize their financial goals and help them save time and money.

We operate across a range of markets, from financial services to healthcare, automotive, agribusiness, insurance, and many more industry segments.

We invest in people and new advanced technologies to unlock the power of data. As a FTSE 100 Index company listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN), we have a team of 22,500 people across 32 countries. Our corporate headquarters are in Dublin, Ireland. Learn more at experianplc.com.

Job Description

• Central Coordination
  
  

Serve as the single vendor management and procurement representative for the GDC in India, coordinating all vendor-related activities across multiple global business units. You will need to be comfortable engaging with stakeholders and vendors at a senior level, being considered a peer who can add value.

• Act as the primary liaison between India-based operations and global procurement teams
• Foster great relationships with the senior leadership team in Hyderabad, being seen as a peer who is part of the team and can deliver real value to the GDC’s operation
• A global outlook on Experian’s business and relationships, recognizing there is value to be added by working in a consistent and joined-up way across the globe
• Ensure policy compliance for vendor onboarding and sourcing, ensuring stakeholders use existing strategic vendors wherever possible
• Strategic thinking and create opportunities to maximise value and unlock cost savings including but not limited to efficiency and productivity improvements
  
  

Qualifications

• 1. Education & Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, or numerate/technical field
• 7+ years of experience in procurement, vendor management, or supplier relationship management.
• Experience working in a global organization with cross-border coordination.
• 2. Technical Skills
• Strong knowledge of procurement processes, governance, and compliance.
• Familiarity with Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) frameworks.
• Ability to develop and manage vendor performance dashboards and reporting tools.
• 3. Soft Skills
• Good stakeholder management and relationship-building skills at senior levels.
• Strong communication and presentation skills for awareness sessions and leadership engagement.
• Entrepreneurial mindset to identify and deliver value opportunities proactively.
• 4. Behavioral Attributes
• Dependable and detail-oriented for maintaining audit-ready documentation.
• Innovative and proactive in driving vendor performance improvements.
• Comfortable working in a dynamic environment with evolving priorities.
  
  

Additional Information

Our uniqueness is that we celebrate yours. Experian's culture and people are important differentiators. We take our people agenda very seriously and focus on what matters; DEI, work/life balance, development, authenticity, collaboration, wellness, reward & recognition, volunteering... the list goes on. Experian's people first approach is award-winning; World's Best Workplaces™ 2024 (Fortune Top 25), Great Place To Work™ in 24 countries, and Glassdoor Best Places to Work 2024 to name a few. Check out Experian Life on social or our Careers Site to understand why.

Experian is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Innovation is an important part of Experian's DNA and practices, and our diverse workforce drives our success. Everyone can succeed at Experian and bring their whole self to work, irrespective of their gender, ethnicity, religion, colour, sexuality, physical ability or age. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know at the earliest opportunity.

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