
Functional Excellence / Procurement Analyst
- Bangalore, Karnataka
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Design and implement (sub)concepts to support relevant Business Units, Workstreams, or Functions.
- Drive process harmonization and innovation across the Procurement organization.
- Translate strategic objectives into executable frameworks and toolkits.
- Develop and deploy standardized methods, tools, and processes globally.
- Prepare and conduct data analyses to support procurement decisions.
- Use advanced techniques in data mining, modeling, machine learning, and visualization.
- Monitor key metrics and generate insights to improve SCM KPIs like PTE and Cost Savings.
- Design, develop, and deliver dashboards and reports that support data-driven decision-making.
- Work with Power BI, Tableau, Alteryx, Python, or SAP Analytics Cloud for visual analytics.
- Coordinate closely with IT, Digitalization, and Analytics teams.
- Identify future trends in procurement and SCM; evaluate and pilot emerging tools and concepts.
- Benchmark Siemens practices against industry leaders and recommend improvements.
- Introduce automation and digital enablers for greater operational efficiency.
- Drive procurement-related sustainability projects (e.g., supplier ESG scoring, carbon tracking).
- Collaborate with suppliers and sustainability teams to build greener supply chains.
- Align with global Siemens sustainability goals and regulatory requirements.
- Share internal and external knowledge and market intelligence with stakeholders.
- Develop and disseminate toolkits, guides, and learning materials for easy adoption.
- Support leadership in presenting insights and strategies to global teams.
- Conduct training sessions and knowledge-sharing workshops for SCM teams.
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain management / Logistics required; Master's degree preferred
- Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in Supply Chain and Logistics
- Deep understanding of domestic and international transportation modes & regulations, including complex rail and heavy haul transportation
- Deep expertise in local warehouse and export packaging regulations & processes
- Should have a minimum of 6-12 years of relevant experience in handling Project Procurement.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in supply chain, Business, Engineering, Data Science, or related fields.
- 3+ years of experience in Procurement, SCM, Process Management, or Analytics roles.
- Familiarity with procurement lifecycles (S2C, P2P, R2R), ERP (SAP), and digital tools.
- Demonstrated experience in data-driven transformation and digital solution deployment.
- Exposure to sustainability topics (e.g., ESG, circular economy, Scope 3 emissions).
- Strong communication and stakeholder management.