Title:

Procurement Intern

Position Purpose:

Analyst / Associate Analyst in Procurement perform various operational or analytical activities to support one or more key procurement processes

Major Accountabilities:

·       Support one of the many procurement processes such as Buying (end-to-end), Contract Management, Supplier Relationship Management, Compliance, e-Sourcing and Analytics & Insights, Third Party Risk Management (TPRM)

·       Ensure adherence to Novartis defined policies and standards

·       Execute and monitor standardized processes in collaboration with relevant stakeholders, including suppliers

·       Deliver performance and status reports, as per identified frequency for the process

·       Become Subject Matter expert for the process and guide peers and other associates towards process excellence

·       Participate in training sessions in collaboration with Country/Regional/Global stakeholders

·       Bring in analytical mindset to transform the process and identification automation opportunities

·       Promote continuous improvements in culture in order to transform the processes

·       Support digital and technology transformation of procurement processes

Key Performance Indicators:

·       Meeting the process KPIs related to Quality, Accuracy and Productivity.

·       Execution of responsibilities in a timely and efficient manner.

·       High customer satisfaction (internal / external).

Other Requirements:

Education:

Graduates (any discipline) with MBA degree

Key Skillsets:

·       Ability to fluently read, write & speak English language

·       Strong quantitative and analytical skills

·       Excellent communication and influencing capabilities

Key Learning Opportunities:

·       Working in a larger team and drive towards a common goal

·       Working in a structured environment with set responsibilities and timelines

·       Exposure to senior Executive stakeholders / enhanced professional network

·       Exposure to end-to-end Procurement processes