Sourcing & Procurement Specialist-Senior

As a Grade 12 Procurement Specialist at FedEx, you will play a crucial role in developing business stakeholder relationships by providing guidance through the procurement process. Your responsibilities will involve utilizing quality tools to enhance procurement and vendor administration processes, policies, and systems. Additionally, you will be expected to maintain compliance across programs, processes, and systems while also being open to performing any other assigned duties. Qualifications Required: - Bachelor's degree/equivalency in a business-related field - Minimum of five (5) years of experience in procurement lifecycle management activities - Experience in a Procurement/Buyer role with Oracle FCF is advantageous - Experience in working with or managing BPO teams for procurement is a positive - Experience working with global teams and international stakeholders - Leadership experience with small teams is beneficial - Knowledge of procurement software and spreadsheet applications - Excellent interpersonal, communication, organizational, and time management skills - Proficient in written and oral communication skills in English What to Expect: - A supportive and inclusive work environment - Exposure to real-world projects - Involvement in fast-paced Procurement Transformation activities - Participation in Procurement systems incorporating AI & Automation - Managing BPO activities as a Team lead for 3rd Party procurement personnel In addition to the job responsibilities and qualifications, FedEx is committed to equal opportunity and diversity in its workforce. Regardless of age, race, color, national origin, genetics, religion, gender, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances, all qualified applicants will be considered for employment. FedEx, recognized as one of the world's largest express transportation companies and consistently selected as one of the top 10 Worlds Most Admired Companies by "Fortune" magazine, values its employees and upholds the People-Service-Profit philosophy. This philosophy emphasizes the importance of taking care of employees, who in turn provide exceptional service to customers, resulting in profitability that ensures a secure future for the company. At FedEx, our culture and values are integral to our success and growth since our inception. Our unique culture sets us apart in the global marketplace, emphasizing the importance of our people and their contributions to the company's success. As a Grade 12 Procurement Specialist at FedEx, you will play a crucial role in developing business stakeholder relationships by providing guidance through the procurement process. Your responsibilities will involve utilizing quality tools to enhance procurement and vendor administration processes, policies, and systems. Additionally, you will be expected to maintain compliance across programs, processes, and systems while also being open to performing any other assigned duties. Qualifications Required: - Bachelor's degree/equivalency in a business-related field - Minimum of five (5) years of experience in procurement lifecycle management activities - Experience in a Procurement/Buyer role with Oracle FCF is advantageous - Experience in working with or managing BPO teams for procurement is a positive - Experience working with global teams and international stakeholders - Leadership experience with small teams is beneficial - Knowledge of procurement software and spreadsheet applications - Excellent interpersonal, communication, organizational, and time management skills - Proficient in written and oral communication skills in English What to Expect: - A supportive and inclusive work environment - Exposure to real-world projects - Involvement in fast-paced Procurement Transformation activities - Participation in Procurement systems incorporating AI & Automation - Managing BPO activities as a Team lead for 3rd Party procurement personnel In addition to the job responsibilities and qualifications, FedEx is committed to equal opportunity and diversity in its workforce. Regardless of age, race, color, national origin, genetics, religion, gender, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances, all qualified applicants will be considered for employment. FedEx, recognized as one of the world's largest express transportation companies and consistently selected as one of the top 10 Worlds Most Admired Companies by "Fortune" magazine, values its employees and upholds the People-Service-Profit philosophy. This philosophy emphasizes the importance of taking care of employees, who in turn provide exceptional service to customers, resulting in profitability that ensures a secure future for the company. At FedEx, our culture and values are integral to our success and growth since our inception. Our u

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