IT Procurement Specialist (AU Retail, Hybrid) at Connectly

Mandaluyong, Metro Manila, Philippines

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

RetailIndustries

Requirements

Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Experience in Technology procurement or sourcing support roles
Understanding of procurement and sourcing processes and systems
Familiarity with Technology supplier categories (Hardware, Cloud, Software, Services, Telecommunications)
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint
Experience with SAP or equivalent ERP systems
Good time management and organisational skills
Basic financial acumen and data analysis capabilities
Team player with a willingness to learn
Proactive and detail-oriented
Able to work under supervision as well as independently
Resilient and adaptable
Professional and enthusiastic attitude

Responsibilities

Assist the IT Procurement Category Manager with sourcing initiatives, including preparation of RFx documents, stakeholder engagement, and project coordination
Support requirements gathering from technology stakeholders to ensure alignment with business needs and supplier capability
Coordinate and manage communications with suppliers throughout sourcing processes
Contribute to the evaluation of supplier proposals and preparation of recommendation reports
Assist in contract negotiation support and documentation, collaborating with legal and internal stakeholders
Help develop and maintain category plans that align with Sigma’s technology roadmap
Provide data analysis and reporting to track savings and benefits from sourcing activities
Contribute to market research and supplier benchmarking within the Technology category
Support process improvements, template enhancements, and procurement best practices
Assist in contract administration and ensure updates are reflected in operational practices

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

ExcelPowerPointSAPERPprocurementsourcingRFxstakeholder engagementdata analysiscontract negotiationmarket research

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What benefits are offered for this IT Procurement Specialist role?

Benefits include medical, dental coverage and life insurance from day 1, paid vacation and sick leave with quarterly sick leave conversion, competitive salary package and annual appraisal, financial assistance program, mandatory government benefits and 13th month pay, complimentary sleeping quarters and coffee, office fitness and wellness facilities, regular company events, work-life balance, and career growth opportunities.

Is this IT Procurement Specialist position remote or hybrid?

The position is hybrid, with a schedule of Monday-Friday from 07:00 AM to 04:00 PM PHT, and an accessible location at Mega Tower, EDSA in Metro Manila.

What key skills are required for the IT Procurement Specialist role?

Required skills include strong communication and stakeholder engagement, experience in technology procurement or sourcing, understanding of procurement processes, familiarity with technology supplier categories like hardware and cloud, proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel and PowerPoint), and experience with SAP or equivalent ERP systems.

What is the company culture like at Connectly for this role?

Connectly offers an awesome team environment, is certified as a Great Place to Work, emphasizes work-life balance, regular company events, and career growth opportunities, with complimentary perks like sleeping quarters, coffee, and fitness facilities.

What makes a strong candidate for the IT Procurement Specialist position?

Strong candidates have experience in technology procurement, strong communication skills, proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and SAP, good time management, basic financial acumen, and a proactive, detail-oriented, team-player attitude with resilience and adaptability.

Connectly

AI-powered marketing automation for e-commerce

About Connectly

Connectly.ai automates sales and marketing for e-commerce businesses through its AI-powered platform, Sofia AI. This platform integrates with popular e-commerce systems like Shopify and Vtex, allowing for automated, personalized conversations with customers across various channels. Connectly.ai stands out by significantly reducing time spent on administrative tasks and improving the sales closing process. The company's goal is to enhance efficiency and sales for e-commerce businesses.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters

2020Year Founded

$33.7MTotal Funding

SERIES_BCompany Stage

Consumer Software, AI & Machine Learning, Consumer GoodsIndustries

51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Flexible Work Hours

Remote Work Options

Company Equity

Risks

Increased competition from Alibaba's AI initiatives could overshadow Connectly's offerings.

Reliance on Shopify and Vtex poses risks if they develop their own AI solutions.

Rapid AI advancements require Connectly to continuously innovate to stay competitive.

Differentiation

Connectly.ai automates sales and marketing for e-commerce with AI-powered Sofia AI platform.

The platform integrates seamlessly with Shopify and Vtex, enhancing user experience and sales.

Connectly.ai supports over 20 languages, including local slang, for personalized customer interactions.

Upsides

Connectly.ai raised $20 million in Series B funding led by Alibaba in 2023.

The platform's AI-driven personalization boosts conversion rates and customer satisfaction.

Connectly.ai's multilingual support enhances global customer engagement and market reach.

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