Operational Sourcer

Chain IQ Group AG

Operational Sourcer supporting strategic and simple sourcing requests at Chain IQ, a global AI-driven Procurement Service Partner. Focusing on operational excellence and compliance in procurement processes.

Posted 7/3/2026full-timePune • 🇮🇳 IndiaMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support Strategic Sourcers in executing strategic and higher-complexity sourcing deals, including preparation of sourcing documents, supplier communication, follow-ups, bid consolidation and project administration
Assist in running RFI, RFP, RFQ and eAuction activities, including creating and managing events in the applicable e-sourcing tools
Independently execute simple and low-complexity sourcing requests such as spot buys, renewals, single-source requests, contract extensions and low-risk RFx activities in line with defined processes
Coordinate with internal stakeholders, client stakeholders, suppliers, contract managers, risk teams, legal teams and procurement operations teams to ensure timely progression of sourcing requests
Support end-to-end sourcing activities within Indirect Spend categories, primarily in the Professional Services and BPO category, including consulting, personnel services, audit, tax, outsourcing and other related services
Prepare and maintain sourcing documentation, including supplier lists, RFx templates, commercial comparison sheets, savings inputs, award recommendations, meeting notes, approvals and project closure documentation
Support analysis of supplier proposals, summarize commercial outcomes and assist Strategic Sourcers in preparing recommendations for stakeholder review
Support contract drafting using client standard templates and coordinate contract review, approvals, signature follow-ups and document uploads as per defined procedures
Ensure adherence to client policies, internal procurement standards, sourcing tools, approval workflows, risk requirements and compliance procedures
Monitor project milestones, follow up on pending actions, update sourcing systems accurately and escalate delays or blockers in a timely manner
Contribute to KPI and SLA achievement by ensuring timely project execution, accurate data maintenance, clear communication and proactive stakeholder follow-up
Identify opportunities to improve business-as-usual processes, reduce cycle time, improve documentation quality and enhance operational efficiency

Requirements

What you’ll need

University degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Supply Chain Management or equal (bachelor’s degree)
3+ years of experience in Sourcing Operations, Procurement Operations, Tactical Sourcing, Contract Administration or Indirect Procurement Support
Good understanding of Source-to-Contract and Procure-to-Pay processes, including sourcing intake, RFx execution, supplier evaluation, contract coordination and project closure
Experience in supporting or executing tenders such as RFI, RFP, RFQ, spot buy, single source or renewal activities
Exposure to indirect procurement categories; experience in Professional Services, BPO, Consulting, Personnel Services, Audit or Tax services will be an advantage
Basic understanding of commercial negotiations, supplier communication, proposal analysis and contract documentation
Ability to manage multiple sourcing requests, follow defined processes, maintain accurate documentation and meet agreed timelines
Good analytical skills with the ability to prepare comparisons, summarize supplier responses and highlight key commercial points
Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a customer-service mindset and ability to coordinate across multiple stakeholders
Good written and verbal English communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, PowerPoint, Word and Outlook.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Dynamic and international environment
Opportunities for professional development

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Hard Skills & Tools

Sourcing DocumentationSupplier EvaluationCommercial NegotiationsProposal AnalysisProject Closure

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsCustomer-Service MindsetAnalytical SkillsStakeholder Coordination