Procurement Manager – Facility Services and Real Estate at Nielsen

Pune, Maharashtra, India

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Procurement, Real Estate, Facility ServicesIndustries

Requirements

MBA from a Tier-1 or Tier-2 B-School (preferred)
8–10 years of experience in facility services and real estate procurement, with proven global sourcing exposure
Expertise in procurement tools and systems (e.g., SAP Ariba, Coupa)
Strong understanding of real estate market dynamics and facility management best practices
Exceptional negotiation and analytical skills
Ability to manage complex projects and multiple stakeholders across geographies
Detail-oriented with a focus on compliance and risk mitigation
Strong leadership and communication skills

Responsibilities

Develop and execute global sourcing strategies for facility services and real estate categories
Lead negotiations for large-scale contracts, leases, and service agreements to optimize cost and value
Establish strong vendor relationships and implement governance frameworks to ensure performance and compliance
Drive supplier diversity and sustainability initiatives aligned with corporate objectives
Support real estate transactions, lease administration, and space planning activities
Collaborate with internal stakeholders on workplace strategy and facility optimization
Monitor budgets, identify cost-saving opportunities, and mitigate procurement risks
Ensure adherence to global compliance standards and corporate policies
Partner with cross-functional teams including Finance, Legal, and Operations to deliver seamless procurement solutions
Provide insights and recommendations to senior leadership on market trends and strategic opportunities

Skills

Procurement

Global Sourcing

Negotiation

Vendor Management

Real Estate

Lease Administration

SAP Ariba

Coupa

Supplier Diversity

Sustainability

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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