Purchasing Specalist

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Position Summary: The Indirect Procurement Specialist - Purchasing is responsible for managing the end-to-end purchasing process, including purchase requisition creation, purchase order execution, and procurement transaction management across systems such as SAP Ariba, SAP HANA, SAP S/4HANA, and Esker. The role works closely with business stakeholders, vendors, sourcing teams, and cross-functional partners to ensure procurement compliance, accurate transaction processing, and timely resolution of purchasing-related issues. The position also supports P-Card (Procurement Card) reconciliation activities, exception management, and accurate accounting and commodity coding, while delivering a high level of stakeholder satisfaction through efficient procurement operations.

Generate and manage Purchase Requisitions (PRs) and Purchase Orders (POs), including change orders, using SAP Ariba, SAP HANA, SAP S/4HANA, and Esker. Support business users throughout the PR-to-PO lifecycle, ensuring compliance with procurement policies and procedures. Validate requisition details, including budget availability, accounting information, cost center allocation, and commodity code selection. Manage and reconcile P-Card (Virtual Credit Card) transactions and refund exceptions within SAP Ariba. Investigate and resolve unmatched purchase order and transaction exceptions while ensuring appropriate accounting treatment. Collaborate with business stakeholders, suppliers, sourcing teams, and finance teams to resolve procurement-related issues. Monitor and ensure timely closure of open purchase orders. Respond to supplier and business user inquiries related to order status, modifications, cancellations, and transaction reconciliations. Track requisitions, purchase orders, and exception management activities while maintaining accurate documentation and audit records. Ensure compliance with procurement policies, transaction management standards, and organizational procedures. Partner with Category Management, Strategic Sourcing, and Center of Excellence (CoE) teams to align procurement execution with sourcing strategies and business objectives. Drive stakeholder satisfaction through timely and accurate resolution of procurement requests and issues. . Work Experience: Excellent verbal and written   English communication skills. Experience working with   US stakeholders   and global teams. Hands-on experience with   SAP Ariba. Strong understanding of the   PR to PO (Purchase Requisition to Purchase Order)   process in Ariba. Experience managing and processing   Purchase Orders (POs). Hands-on experience with   ServiceNow Intake Tool   for request and workflow management. Minimum   5+ years of relevant experience   in procurement, sourcing, or procurement operations. Experience with   P-Card (Procurement Card/Purchasing Card) processes, including reconciliation and compliance. Strong stakeholder management and coordination skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced, global environment and manage multiple priorities. Educational Qualification: Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline (or equivalent relevant experience). Skills & Knowledge: Behavioral Skills: Critical Thinking Detail Oriented Impact and Influencing Interpersonal Communication Multitasking Problem Solving Time Management Technical Skills: Identity & Access Management Database Administration IT Support like Software & Hardware Installation, Troubleshooting Software Validation Systems Integration IT Regulatory Compliance