Procurement Specialist

Summary

Join iKnowHow Group, a leading Software & Robotics Solutions company, as a Procurement Specialist. You will be responsible for managing procurement demand requests in a new outsourced project in the Banking Sector. Your role involves gathering information, conducting feasibility studies, and cost-benefit analyses to evaluate procurement requests. You will prepare proposals and reports for the Director and relevant approval bodies, categorize requests, and assess their feasibility. You will also analyze procurement expenses, draft consumption rules, and provide cost data for feasibility studies.

Requirements

• University degree, preferably in science or economics
• At least 2 years of experience in procurement and cost monitoring is essential
• Strong computer skills, proficiency in MS Office, and familiarity with Bank systems (SAP ERP, SRM, etc.)
• Proficient in both written and spoken communication
• Business Acumen, Critical Thinking & Change Management

Responsibilities

• Ensure communication with the Bank’s various units to adequately gather information, feasibility studies, and cost-benefit analyses for the proper evaluation of procurement requests
• Be responsible for preparing proposals and reports to the Director and the relevant approval bodies regarding feasibility approvals, budget utilization, and the overall value of procurement requests managed by the department at both Bank and Group level
• Categorizing requests based on whether they fall under consumption rules or require feasibility approval
• Receiving feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses from the relevant Bank units or Group companies
• Providing cost data to the appropriate units for the preparation of feasibility studies
• Assessing, approving/rejecting requests, or submitting feasibility studies to the appropriate approval bodies depending on current authorization limits
• Analyze categories of procurement expenses for goods and services under their management, and draft and propose consumption rules to the Director for the requested expenditures

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation package
• Flexible hybrid working model, working both from the office & remote #LI-Hybrid
• Career development and growth opportunities
• An amazing private & open-office workspace in Athens
• Medical plan and life insurance for you and your family
• Continuous training & learning opportunities via personalized seminars
• The opportunity to work in a diverse environment with talented colleagues