Procurement Manager at Nielsen

Pune, Maharashtra, India

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Procurement, Supply ChainIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field; MBA preferred
6–10 years of experience in procurement/sourcing with exposure to multiple categories; global experience preferred
Familiarity with procurement tools (e.g., SAP Ariba, Coupa)
Strong understanding of sourcing processes and compliance requirements
Strong negotiation and analytical skills
Ability to manage multiple categories and priorities simultaneously
Detail-oriented with a focus on cost optimization and compliance
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Responsibilities

Manage procurement for low-dollar spend categories across multiple business units
Execute sourcing strategies for indirect categories such as office supplies, IT peripherals, professional services, and miscellaneous spend
Work within global procurement frameworks to ensure compliance and alignment with corporate policies
Support regional and global sourcing initiatives as required
Identify, onboard, and manage suppliers for low-value categories
Negotiate pricing, terms, and conditions to achieve cost savings and value optimization
Drive efficiency in procurement processes for low-dollar transactions
Ensure timely purchase order creation, contract execution, and supplier performance monitoring
Collaborate with internal teams to understand requirements and deliver procurement solutions
Act as a trusted advisor for business units on sourcing best practices

Skills

Procurement

Sourcing

Category Management

Vendor Management

Stakeholder Management

SAP Ariba

Coupa

Contract Negotiation

Purchase Order

Supply Chain

Nielsen

Global measurement and data analytics provider

About Nielsen

Nielsen provides measurement and data analytics services to help businesses understand consumers and markets globally. The company operates through two main divisions: Nielsen Global Media, which offers reliable metrics for the media and advertising industries, and Nielsen Global Connect, which supplies consumer packaged goods manufacturers and retailers with actionable insights about the marketplace. Nielsen combines its proprietary data with other sources to give clients a comprehensive view of current trends and future opportunities. With a presence in over 100 countries, Nielsen aims to support companies in making informed decisions to drive innovation and growth.

Town of Clarkstown, New YorkHeadquarters

1963Year Founded

$45.1MTotal Funding

ACQUISITIONCompany Stage

Data & Analytics, ConsultingIndustries

10,001+Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Risks

Competition from digital-native analytics firms threatens Nielsen's market share.

Privacy regulations may impact Nielsen's data collection capabilities.

Private equity acquisition could lead to strategic shifts misaligned with client needs.

Differentiation

Nielsen offers comprehensive cross-platform measurement solutions, including mobile media markets.

The Diverse Media Equity program elevates diverse-owned media companies' visibility.

Nielsen Impact Score evaluates marketing value of university athletic programs.

Upsides

Acquisition of Telephia enhances Nielsen's mobile media measurement capabilities.

Partnerships with P&G and NMSDC support diverse media representation.

Collaboration with TikTok improves digital audience measurement services.

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