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Cognizant · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India - Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India - Pune, Maharashtra, India
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Cognizant · Bengaluru, Karnataka, India - Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India - Pune, Maharashtra, India
Hiring for Coupa Consultants who have implementation, support, and integration experience. Location: Open to all cognizant presence cities Role Overview We are looking for a S2P Specialist to lead procurement transformation initiatives. This role combines strategic advisory, process optimization, and technology enablement to deliver measurable business outcomes for our clients. Key Responsibilities Strategic Advisory • Develop sourcing strategies aligned with client business objectives and procurement goals. • Drive procurement transformation programs, including spend analysis, supplier rationalization, and sourcing optimization. • Anticipate and mitigate risks from supply chain disruptions, regulatory changes, and market volatility. Process Optimization • Implement best practices for sourcing, procurement, and Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM). • Design and execute category management frameworks and supplier performance scorecards. • Ensure compliance and efficiency across procurement processes. Technology Enablement • Act as a Sourcing and procurement SME, leading design and guiding configuration (if required): • Sourcing • Procurement • Supplier Management • Spend Analysis • Deliver procurement transformation projects for strategic cost reduction and intelligent spend management. • Understand business architecture and provide expertise on integration of ERP and third-party systems for automation and data-driven decision-making. • Guide platform selection and implementation for procurement tools Stakeholder Engagement • Collaborate with client leadership and cross-functional teams to ensure solution alignment and adoption. • Conduct workshops, training sessions to drive user enablement. • Serve as a trusted advisor for procurement technology and process improvements. Thought Leadership • Publish white papers, case studies, and represent the organization in industry forums. • Stay updated on emerging trends in sourcing, procurement, and Coupa technology advancements. Ideal Candidate Profile • Strong background in Source-to-Pay (S2P) processes. • Proven track record in procurement transformation and technology enablement. • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. • Passion for driving digital procurement innovation. Must-Have Requirements • Deep functional understanding of any procurement platform capabilities and best practices. • Proven ability to design, configure, and implement S&P solutions aligned with business requirements. • Strong background in Source-to-Pay (S2P) processes. • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Should-Have Requirements • Experience in procurement transformation programs and digital enablement. • Knowledge of category management frameworks and supplier performance scorecards. • Familiarity with Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) best practices. • Ability to conduct workshops and lead change management initiatives. • Thought leadership experience (white papers, industry forums). • Passion for driving digital procurement innovation.