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Procurement Assistant III Solenis is a leading global provider of water and hygiene solutions. The companys product portfolio includes a broad array of water treatment chemistries, process aids, functional additives, cleaners, disinfectants, and state-of-the-art monitoring, control and delivery systems. These technologies are used by customers to improve operational efficiencies, enhance product quality, protect plant assets, minimize environmental impact, and create cleaner and safer environments. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, the company has 78 manufacturing facilities strategically located around the globe and employs a team of over ~23000 professionals in >160 countries across six continents . Solenis is a 2025 Best Managed Company Gold Standard honouree. At our Global Excellence Centre (GEC) in Hyderabad , we support Solenis global operations by driving excellence in IT, analytics, finance, and other critical business functions. Located in the heart of the IT hub, the GEC offers a dynamic work environment with strong career development opportunities in a rapidly growing yet stable organization. Employees benefit from world-class infrastructure, including an on-campus gym, recreation facilities, creche services, and convenient access to public transport. For more information about Solenis, please visit www.solenis.com . We're Hiring: Procurement Assistant III Location: Hyderabad India - Hybrid Full-Time | Permanent Position Job Description The role supports end-to-end procurement operations by ensuring efficient execution of sourcing and purchasing activities in line with global policies. It provides operational and analytical support to Strategic Sourcing teams, enabling smooth implementation of sourcing strategies and contracts. The position manages PR-to-PO processing, Outline Agreement creation & maintenance, supplier onboarding, master data maintenance, and invoice issue resolution. It acts as a key liaison between internal stakeholders, suppliers, and procurement teams to ensure compliance and service excellence. This role contributes to reporting, process improvement, and continuous optimization of procurement and sourcing operations. Key Accountabilities/Essential Functions of the Job Audit purchase requisitions (PRs) and convert approved PRs into purchase orders (POs) in line with global sourcing and procurement policies. Manage the end-to-end PR-to-PO process for direct and indirect spend. Maintain Outline Agreements, Source Lists, supplier master data, and procurement records in SAP. Support supplier onboarding in COUPA and ensure compliance with onboarding and control requirements. Resolve invoice discrepancies by coordinating with suppliers and Accounts Payable. Provide guidance and ongoing training to internal stakeholders on procurement processes and best practices. Prepare ad-hoc and operational procurement reports to support business needs. Ensure compliance with audit, SOX, and internal control requirements. Additional Roles & Responsibilities Provide operational and analytical support to Strategic Buyers and Category Managers across indirect and/or direct spend categories. Support the end-to-end sourcing lifecycle, including RFx (RFI/RFQ/RFP) administration, bid analysis, and documentation of sourcing decisions. Maintain and update sourcing-related master data in SAP, including Outline Agreements, source lists, pricing conditions, and contract references. Support contract implementation and ensure sourcing outcomes are accurately reflected in procurement systems. Prepare and analyze spend, sourcing, and savings reports to support category strategies and management reviews. Ensure sourcing activities comply with global procurement policies and governance standards. Education: Bachelors degree preferred in applicable field of work - Procurement, Supply Chain Experience 35 years of experience in Procurement Operations, Sourcing Operations, or Supply Chain within a global or regional enterprise environment. Solid hands-on experience managing the PR to PO process for direct and/or indirect spend, following defined global sourcing and procurement policies. Working knowledge of SAP (MM) for PO processing, Outline Agreements, Source Lists, and supplier master data maintenance. Experience with supplier onboarding and transactional support using COUPA or similar P2P tools. Proven ability to resolve invoice discrepancies by coordinating with suppliers and Accounts Payable teams. Experience preparing standard and ad hoc procurement reports to support sourcing and operational needs. Understanding of procurement compliance requirements, including audit readiness and SOX related controls. Ability to support global stakeholders with clear communication, process guidance, and timely execution under supervision. Procurement Fundamentals Understands PR to PO processes, purchasing policies, and standard procurement workflows. Executes tasks as per defined procedures. Deep .
