Overview PepsiCo has deployed the SAP/Ariba Procurement functionality to support the acquisition of indirects goods and services in PFNA, PBNA, LATAM, Europe, AMESA and APAC. The tool is branded myBUY and used by 10.000+ end users across 50+ countries, with a central team supporting the PR2PO (Purchase Requisition to Purchase Order) process. The Tactical Buy function is part of PepsiCo’s integrated procurement process. Main Objective • The Tactical Buyer is responsible for the execution of the spot & tactical buying process that includes supplier selection, negotiation with suppliers and reporting of savings. Purpose • Execute standardized tactical buying processes, use of appropriate tactical buy tools and negotiations. • Identify potential vendors and obtain quotes as needed according to the company’s policy. • Achieve targets and maintain the appropriate control environment to secure quality and service standards. • Use tactical buy system (myBUY) to process requests and to increase adoption. • Improve purchasing process, considering procurement policies. • Support to deliver on Continuous Improvement agenda and myBUY automation target. • Support the Demand Generation activities in driving spend into the pipeline. Responsibilities • Performing Quality check, Compliance check and Contract check for all PRs (Purchase Requisitions) in scope according to PepsiCo Policies and Procedures • Performing Tactical Buy (TB) process: Quotation – Negotiation – Tender summary – Savings calculation • Responsible for the performance of the country: Level of compliance on the country / Quality of the reported data on the country / Monitoring performance against KPIs • Help to identify opportunities to automate business processes • Processing and Approving PRs which have successfully passed the Quality Check (QC) and are not eligible for TB • Updating and Processing PRs in Ariba with the outcome of the TB bidding process • Perform analysis of the spend managed • Lead trainings and sessions for category users • Develop & support additional projects in order to increase myBUY adoption o Ensuring country data quality (reviewing and validate reports, data, savings for the corresponding country) o Participate in periodical meetings (face-to-face) with the myBUY’s Extended Team & Category managers with infrequent travel expected to PEP sites o Monthly Ops Calls – preparation and review – responsible for accuracy of data presented and follow up on Action plan from the call o Correct tracking of PRs for respective country o Provide timely responses based on set deadlines to any requests received from management, demand manager, etc. Qualifications • Ability to analyze sourcing data and understand the processes • Good IT procurement skills. PC (Windows, Word, Excel, Power Point) and ERP (SAP / ARIBA) • Experience with creating and delivering analysis to internal and external customers • Procurement and analytical background • Good interpersonal skills (needs to be able to build relationships with Suppliers & Users) • Good language speaking skills like English and Hindi • 3-5 years professional experience • Bachelor’s Degree