WNS (Holdings) Limited (NYSE: WNS), is a leading Business Process Management (BPM) company. We combine our deep industry knowledge with technology and analytics expertise to co-create innovative, digital-led transformational solutions with clients across 10 industries. We enable businesses in Travel, Insurance, Banking and Financial Services, Manufacturing, Retail and Consumer Packaged Goods, Shipping and Logistics, Healthcare, and Utilities to re-imagine their digital future and transform their outcomes with operational excellence.We deliver an entire spectrum of BPM services in finance and accounting, procurement, customer interaction services and human resources leveraging collaborative models that are tailored to address the unique business challenges of each client. We co-create and execute the future vision of 400+ clients with the help of our 44,000+ employees.

The Sr. Associate, Strategic Sourcing and Category Management is a member of a procurement service delivery team responsible for assisting category managers (client and WNS) with Logistics & Distribution category planning and strategy development, benchmarking, collecting market intelligence, managing stakeholders, and developing project pipelines. He or she will lead the client’s defined strategic sourcing execution process, including building cost models, designing and launching of RFIs/RFPs, evaluating bids, planning and executing negotiation strategies, and making award recommendations.Additionally, this role is responsible for drafting and negotiating contracts and managing supplier relationships. A successful candidate will drive year-over-year savings while ensuring quality and service level requirements are met.This role interacts with senior members of the client’s organization on a regular basis, so he or she must have excellent communication skills and be comfortable leading discussions across levels and cultures. In addition, he or she is also responsible for creating a positive work environment and fostering cross-functional and cross-regional collaboration.

Hands-on knowledge of Logistics and Distribution sub-categories - MUST HAVE WAREHOUSING EXPERIENCE (including Road Freight, Ocean, LTL, Warehousing etc.)Developing and executing sourcing strategies for a variety of Logistics and Distribution sub-categories using defined processIdentifying cost savings through negotiations, event driven activities, and alternate sourcing strategies to achieve assigned cost saving goalsLeading commercial negotiations and drafting contractsPresent recommendations and results to stakeholdersSupporting category managers in managing overall supplier relationships, including supplier performance, capability development, risk mitigation, cost savings, and quality improvementsAwareness of Logistics and Distribution industry, key suppliers, major trends, cost drivers, pricing models and contracting structuresPossess a natural curiosity and critical thinking ability to thoroughly investigate issues, leveraging time effectively to explore all options and resources.Skilled in analyzing data, prioritizing thoroughness, and developing multiple potential solutions for review, ensuring decisions are evidence-based and effectively communicated to stakeholdersAbility to see the big picture and not get lost in the detailsSkilled in turning complex problems into clear visuals and using storytelling to create compelling presentations that engage stakeholdersSkilled in analyzing large datasets to find insights, and creating different scenarios based on findings. Capable of evaluating these scenarios and communicating clear recommendations to stakeholders.Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to provide custom solutions to address the client’s challengesStrong customer service orientation including demonstrated issue resolution and relationship management skills.Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clientHigh level of accuracy and attention to detailFlexibility to adapt to changing organizations needsCompetence in handling multiple tasks and projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environmentAbility to make informed decisions quickly and effectively under pressureDeep understanding of strategic sourcing methods and an ability to apply various concepts to category-level activities at the clientDemonstrable skills as a team playerAbility to pick up and run with new unforeseen challenges and ambiguityStrong proficiency using Microsoft Office tools such as Excel, Word and PowerPointExcellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills