Procurement Specialist
- Kazakhstan
- Hybrid
- Mid Level
- Posted
We’re looking for a structured and detail-oriented Procurement Specialist to support purchasing across inDrive. In this role, you’ll coordinate the procure-to-pay process from start to finish: reviewing purchase requests, running tenders, managing vendor data and tracking contracts. You’ll cover the Marketing stream of procurement across various jurisdictions and markets.
Responsibilities
- You’ll work closely with the Procurement Lead and stakeholders across departments to make purchasing faster, more transparent and more cost-effective. You have an analytical and structural mindset and care about clean processes and compliance. You’re comfortable handling multiple requests at once in a fast-paced, international environment.
- Technically coordinate the purchasing activities within the organization.
- Maintain expertise in assigned categories (e.g., Marketing, IT, Facility Management, Consulting).
- Assist in market research to identify cost-saving opportunities and provide recommendations.
- Coordinate and review Purchase Requests before approval and PO release.
- KYC additional check before realeasing PO.
- Manage and streamline sourcing, tender and benchmarking processes, ensuring adherence to procurement policies.
- Oversee contract timelines (including signing) and provide weekly progress reports to the Lead.
- Manage Vendor Master Data in ERP systems and implement updates as required.
- Maintain and enhance a database of suppliers categorized by expertise and location.
- Conduct supplier searches and evaluations based on stakeholder requests.
- Analyze procurement data, systematize insights, and extract statistics to inform procurement decisions.
- Provide periodic reports on procurement activities, including performance and efficiency metrics.
- Hold meetings with internal departments and stakeholders to facilitate procurement discussions and resolve issues.
- Provide consultation on the P2P process in ERP and CLM systems to internal stakeholders.
- Support negotiation processes alongside stakeholders during tenders.
- Identify opportunities for cost reductions and process improvements, providing input on procurement strategy.
- Participate in process optimization initiatives and ensure alignment with company goals.
Requirements
- 2+ years of experience in procurement, ideally as a Procurement Specialist or in a similar role.
- A degree in a relevant field, or equivalent hands-on experience with growing responsibility across procurement, finance or contract management.
- A professional qualification or a solid understanding of finance and contract management.
- Hands-on experience with the P2P process in ERP and CLM systems, and confidence advising internal stakeholders on how to use them.
- Experience running sourcing, tender and benchmarking processes, and supporting negotiations with suppliers.
- Experience managing vendor master data and running vendor checks (e.g., KYC) before onboarding or PO release.
- Strong analytical skills: you can work with procurement data, spot trends and turn numbers into clear reports and recommendations.
- A structured, detail-oriented approach and the ability to manage multiple requests and deadlines at once.
- Clear communication and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to align different teams and resolve issues.
- Fluent English.
Benefits
- Help us challenge injustice by creating fair choices for millions of people across 47 countries.
- Develop your professional skills with access to mentoring, career consulting, and learning programs.
- Collaborate with teams around the world and gain international experience through our Global Talent Exchange Program.
- Engage in company-wide challenges, awards, sports activities, employee-led social impact and volunteering projects.
- Work alongside people who take initiative, speak openly, and challenge themselves to grow.
- Improve your language skills through co-financed courses and internal speaking clubs.
- Final benefits may vary depending on the location.
