Senior Sourcing Associate (Marketing) Procurement Services

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

WNS (Holdings) Limited (NYSE: WNS) is a leading Business Process Management (BPM) company. We combine our deep industry knowledge with technology and analytics expertise to co-create innovative, digital-led transformational solutions with clients across multiple industries. 

WNS Procurement, a strategic business unit within WNS, Part of Capgemini is a market leader in procurement transformation & advisory, managed services, intelligence and analytics, and digital tools. Our mission is to enable procurement to become the top value creator in the business by implementing transformational operating models that are category-driven, insight-led, and digitally enabled.  

Why Join WNS Procurement?  

• Client-Centric Approach: Help clients achieve their business goals by implementing customized, next-generation procurement solutions.  

• Collaborative Culture: Join a diverse and inclusive workplace where teamwork and collaboration are at the heart of everything we do.  

• Innovative Environment: Be part of a team that leverages cutting-edge technology and data-driven insights to revolutionize procurement processes.  

• Global Impact: Work with leading global companies and make a significant impact on their procurement strategies.  

• Career Growth: We offer extensive professional development opportunities, ensuring that you grow alongside the company. 

Job Description

Job Title: Senior Sourcing Associate (Marketing) Procurement Services
Location: Remote
Employment Type: Full-time 
Industry: Procurement
Experience Level: Senior-Level

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Sourcing Associate to join our team and be a member of the client sourcing services delivery team, managing the development and execution of sourcing projects of various complexity levels. The Senior Sourcing Associate is responsible for executing simple to complex sourcing projects, from start to finish, including but not limited to; validating sourcing requests per client guidelines, analyzing requirements for the bid packages, communicating with client requesters to close any data gaps, preparing and publishing the package to the identified suppliers for bidding purposes, following up with suppliers to ensure adequate participation, analyzing and summarizing proposals, coordinating evaluation of suppliers and facilitating decision makings.  

Key Responsibilities

Sourcing Execution 

• Provides sourcing services (RFx, and direct negotiations) to our clients based on predefined service levels, managing several simple to complex projects simultaneously with limited supervision/guidance or independently 

• Once a project request is received, assess completeness of requirements, perform due diligence and validation, follow up with the requestor to obtain further project details, answer any process related questions, and provide updates on project status 

• Lead and execute the Denali sourcing process from start to finish, e.g., spend data collection and analysis, supply market analysis and supplier discovery if needed, RFx development, publishing and management, reverse auctions, negotiations, bid response analysis and synthesis 

• Manage suppliers during the sourcing process, including conducting supplier orientation and training on the sourcing process, following up with suppliers on milestone activities  

• Perform in depth analysis of proposals submitted, facilitate supplier evaluations, draw conclusions, prepare comprehensive summaries, and present to the client in a concise manner Process Improvement  

• Develop and/or customize various templates such as RFx, pricing, and proposal evaluation  

• Identify areas of process inefficiencies and suggest improvements to management to improve efficiency and effectiveness of Denali processes Client and Project Management  

• Develop and maintain comprehensive project documentation  

• Collaborate with Client Category Managers and/or Denali SMEs on project strategy and determine sourcing approach and methodology to be applied based on the strategy Teaming  

• Develop mastery in multiple core phases of the Denali sourcing methodology and provide mentoring and training to the rest of the team members  

• Participate in peer reviews for other team member’s projects and check for quality, consistency and compliance with Denali methodology and client specific requirements  

• Coach, transfer knowledge, and develop team members to be more effective in their current roles  

Contracting  

• Creation of legal documents including Master Services Agreement (MSA), Statement of Work (SOW), and Order Forms. Negotiations 

Qualifications

Required and Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree 

• Minimum 2-8 years of work experience in procurement, sourcing, operations, or supply chain 

• Deep understanding of Marketing, Sales, and New Business Development Commodities and sub-categories as well as a basic understanding of the following areas (e.g. pricing structures, terminology, bidding sheet development expertise, cost structure, key vendors, etc.) 

• Ability to conduct basic level spend assessment for opportunity identification 

• Ability to follow a process based on documented guidelines without supervision 

• Ability to facilitate a total cost ownership discussion with a client team and identify total cost elements 

• Ability to handle clients' issues and escalations with sensitivity and diligence, eliminating a need for further escalation 

• Advanced/Expert Excel skills, including working knowledge of filters, sorting, pivot tables, basic formulas, advanced formatting techniques, and advanced data manipulation skills 

• Proficiency in multiple e-sourcing tools (e.g., Ariba, Procuri, Iasta, Zycus, ERP eSourcing module) at an “advanced” level (as defined by Denali, Software company, or client standards) 

• Ability to assess projects’ fit for reverse auction, setup and manage reverse auctions with minimal supervision 

• Advanced negotiation skills 

Additional Information

Compensation Disclosure

The base salary range for this position is $90K to $125K annually. This range reflects the base pay range that we reasonably expect to offer for the role across our hiring locations.

Final compensation will be determined based on a combination of factors, including but not limited to:

• Geographic location (state and city of residence)
• Overall professional experience
• Directly relevant experience
• Education and certifications
• Industry knowledge and expertise
• Skills and competencies

In addition to base pay, this role may be eligible for performance-based bonuses, or incentive pay, or commissions, which are not included in the listed base salary range.

WNS complies with all applicable federal, state, and local pay transparency laws, including those in California, Colorado, New York, Washington, and Illinois. Where required by law, we will provide additional details about compensation and benefits to qualified applicants.

Benefits Overview

Our benefits package includes (but is not limited to):
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off (PTO), holidays, and sick leave
- 401(k) with company match or other retirement plan
- Life and AD&D Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

WNS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

We also provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs in all aspects of employment, including the application process.