Assistant Manager - Procurement

With over 140 million users, Junglee Games is a leader in the online skill gaming space. Founded in San Francisco in 2012 and part of the Flutter Entertainment Group, we are revolutionizing how people play games. Our notable games include Howzat, Junglee Rummy, and Junglee Poker.

Our team comprises over 900 talented individuals who have worked on internationally acclaimed AAA titles like Transformers and Star Wars: The Old Republic and contributed to Hollywood hits such as Avatar. Junglee’s mission is to build entertainment for millions of people around the world and connect them through games.

Junglee Games is not just a gaming company but a blend of innovation, data science, cutting-edge tech, and, most importantly, a values-driven culture that is creating the next set of conscious leaders.

As an Assistant Manager - Procurement (IT & Non-IT), you will be responsible for managing the procurement process for both IT and Non-IT categories, ensuring timely, cost-effective, and compliant sourcing of goods and services. You will lead vendor negotiations, contract management, and procurement strategies, while ensuring that procurement activities comply with company policies and relevant regulations in India. The role is pivotal in driving 100% compliance across all procurement activities.

Key responsibilities

1. Strategic Procurement:

• Develop and execute procurement strategies for both IT and Non-IT categories, ensuring alignment with the organization’s objectives.

• Manage end-to-end procurement processes, including vendor identification, RFPs, negotiations, contract drafting, and purchase orders.

• Ensure cost optimization without compromising on quality and service-level agreements (SLAs).

2. IT Procurement:

• Lead the procurement of IT equipment (hardware, software, networking, etc.), cloud services, and IT consulting.

• Collaborate with the IT department to understand technical needs and ensure seamless procurement.

• Manage relationships with IT vendors and track performance against agreed SLAs and KPIs.

3. Non-IT Procurement:

• Oversee procurement for non-IT goods and services such as office supplies, furniture, facilities management, and utilities.

• Ensure efficient procurement to support business operations and maintain service standards.

4. Compliance Management:

• Ensure 100% compliance with company procurement policies, procedures, and Indian regulatory requirements.

• Monitor and implement procurement best practices, ensuring internal audits and external inspections are passed without exceptions.

• Ensure that contracts and procurement activities comply with legal and ethical standards, and proactively address any gaps or risks.

5. Vendor Management:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with both IT and Non-IT vendors to foster long-term partnerships.

• Monitor vendor performance, ensuring adherence to contractual terms, quality standards, and delivery schedules.

6. Budget & Cost Control:

• Work closely with the finance team to manage procurement budgets effectively.

• Identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements in procurement processes.

7. Reporting & Analytics:

• Generate regular procurement reports and do data analysis including spend analysis, cost savings, vendor performance, and compliance adherence.

• Aide in budgeting, cost analysis and determining efficacy of tools implemented

• Utilize data analytics to identify trends, areas for improvement, and procurement risks.

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field. MBA or related advanced degree is a plus.

• 5+ years of experience in procurement, with at least 2 years in a managerial or assistant manager role handling both IT and Non-IT categories.

• Working knowledge of Tableau and exposure to data interpretation will be an added advantage

• Strong knowledge of Indian procurement laws and regulations combined with excellent negotiation and contract management skills

• Familiarity with procurement management tools (e.g., Oracle, iProp, Coupa, Ariba).

• Analytical mindset, highly process oriented with strong problem-solving capabilities.

• Excellent partnership and collaboration skills with the ability to work cross-functionally

• High attention to detail and a commitment to achieving 100% compliance.

• Value Customers & Data - Prioritize customers, use data-driven decisions, master KPIs, and leverage ideation and A/B testing to drive impactful outcomes.

• Inspire Extreme Ownership - We embrace ownership, collaborate effectively, and take pride in every detail to ensure every game becomes a smashing success.

• Lead with Love - We reject micromanagement and fear, fostering open dialogue, mutual growth, and a fearless yet responsible work ethic.

• Embrace change - Change drives progress and our strength lies in adapting swiftly and recognizing when to evolve to stay ahead.

• Play the Big Game - We think big, challenge norms, and innovate boldly, driving impactful results through fresh ideas and inventive problem-solving.

• Avail a comprehensive benefits package that includes paid gift coupons, fitness plans, gadget allowances, fuel costs, family healthcare, and much more.

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