Job description
Position Summary:We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Associate/Senior Associate – Vendor Onboarding to join our Procurement Operations team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in Vendor Management, SAP MM, SaaS-based Procurement Platforms, MS Office, reporting, and stakeholder coordination. The role will be responsible for managing end-to-end vendor onboarding activities, coordinating with suppliers and internal stakeholders, ensuring compliance, and driving process efficiency through data analysis and reporting.
Key Responsibilities:
Vendor Onboarding & Management Manage end-to-end vendor onboarding processes, including documentcollection, verification, due diligence, and system registration. Coordinate with vendors through calls, emails, and meetings to ensure timelycompletion of onboarding requirements. Ensure vendor master data accuracy and compliance with organizationalpolicies. Support vendor lifecycle management activities, including updates andmaintenance of vendor records.
SAP & Procurement Operations: Work extensively on SAP MM and SaaS-based procurement platforms for vendoronboarding and master data management. Coordinate between procurement, finance, compliance, and business teams tofacilitate smooth onboarding. Resolve onboarding-related issues and provide operational support tostakeholders.
Dashboard & Reporting Develop and maintain management dashboards, MIS reports, and performancetrackers using MS Excel and other reporting tools. Analyze onboarding metrics and generate actionable insights for management. Monitor onboarding turnaround times and identify opportunities for processimprovement.
Stakeholder Management Collaborate with internal business stakeholders to understand onboardingrequirements and provide timely support. Maintain strong relationships with vendors and internal teams. Ensure effective communication and follow-up with all stakeholders to achieveonboarding targets.
Required Qualifications & Experience: Graduate/Postgraduate in Business Administration, Commerce, Supply ChainManagement, or related field. Minimum 2+ years of experience in Vendor Onboarding, ProcurementOperations, Supplier Management, or SAP MM. Hands-on experience with SAP MM and SaaS Procurement Platforms. Strong proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and reportingtools. Experience in dashboard development, MIS reporting, and data analysis.
Key Skills: Vendor Onboarding & Supplier Management SAP MM SaaS Procurement Platforms Advanced MS Excel & MS Office Dashboard Development & Reporting Vendor Communication & Coordination Stakeholder Management Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills Process Improvement Time Management & Multitasking
Competencies: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong relationship management and stakeholder engagement capabilities. Results-oriented with the ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities. Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. High attention to detail and commitment to process compliance.
Preferred Experience Experience working in procurement shared services or vendor mastermanagement environments. Exposure to compliance, audit, and supplier due diligence processes. Knowledge of procurement-to-pay (P2P) processes and vendor governanceframeworks.
Key Responsibilities:
Vendor Onboarding & Management Manage end-to-end vendor onboarding processes, including documentcollection, verification, due diligence, and system registration. Coordinate with vendors through calls, emails, and meetings to ensure timelycompletion of onboarding requirements. Ensure vendor master data accuracy and compliance with organizationalpolicies. Support vendor lifecycle management activities, including updates andmaintenance of vendor records.
SAP & Procurement Operations: Work extensively on SAP MM and SaaS-based procurement platforms for vendoronboarding and master data management. Coordinate between procurement, finance, compliance, and business teams tofacilitate smooth onboarding. Resolve onboarding-related issues and provide operational support tostakeholders.
Dashboard & Reporting Develop and maintain management dashboards, MIS reports, and performancetrackers using MS Excel and other reporting tools. Analyze onboarding metrics and generate actionable insights for management. Monitor onboarding turnaround times and identify opportunities for processimprovement.
Stakeholder Management Collaborate with internal business stakeholders to understand onboardingrequirements and provide timely support. Maintain strong relationships with vendors and internal teams. Ensure effective communication and follow-up with all stakeholders to achieveonboarding targets.
Required Qualifications & Experience: Graduate/Postgraduate in Business Administration, Commerce, Supply ChainManagement, or related field. Minimum 2+ years of experience in Vendor Onboarding, ProcurementOperations, Supplier Management, or SAP MM. Hands-on experience with SAP MM and SaaS Procurement Platforms. Strong proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and reportingtools. Experience in dashboard development, MIS reporting, and data analysis.
Key Skills: Vendor Onboarding & Supplier Management SAP MM SaaS Procurement Platforms Advanced MS Excel & MS Office Dashboard Development & Reporting Vendor Communication & Coordination Stakeholder Management Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills Process Improvement Time Management & Multitasking
Competencies: Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong relationship management and stakeholder engagement capabilities. Results-oriented with the ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple priorities. Ability to work effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. High attention to detail and commitment to process compliance.
Preferred Experience Experience working in procurement shared services or vendor mastermanagement environments. Exposure to compliance, audit, and supplier due diligence processes. Knowledge of procurement-to-pay (P2P) processes and vendor governanceframeworks.