Operational Buyer Indirect Procurement, level II, Raniganj

India, Hyderabad Operational Buyer Indirect Procurement, level II Location: Hyderabad Summary The Operational Buyer provides procurement services to Lonza employees requiring indirect goods, services, and CAPEX (where relevant) across designated sites. The role ensures that all indirect third-party spend follows the appropriate buying channels and internal review procedures to maximize value for Lonza. It requires close collaboration with Accounts Payable and the P2P enablement team to resolve invoice and GRIR queries, while ensuring timely delivery of goods and services. The position also supports Strategic Buyers in negotiating low-value contracts and contributes to automation of Purchase Requisition and Purchase Order processes.What You Will Do Procurement&P2P Expertise Review and validate Purchase Requisitions for indirect products/services and CAPEX (where relevant) across multiple sites Manage competitive bid processes in line with applicable policies and execute RFx market interventions Support Strategic Buyers in negotiating low-value contracts with suppliersEnsure contracts and Purchase Orders are assigned to relevant preferred suppliers wherever possible Place Purchase Orders, obtain order confirmations, and expedite orders to ensure on-time delivery Data&Systems Management Maintain relevant data fields in SAP (e.g., delivery dates, supplier confirmations) Utilize SAP MM, SAP Ariba, and other ERP procurement systems effectively Promote the use of e-catalogues (Ariba) and other approved automated buying channels Support automation initiatives within PR and PO processesSupplier&Stakeholder Management Manage non-conformance, rejections, and returns with suppliers in collaboration with Quality Assurance and Quality Control Monitor and track supplier performance, escalating issues to Strategic Buyers and Category Managers Respond to Accounts Payable enquiries and resolve invoice/GRIR queries promptlyCollaborate with global procurement teams to ensure compliance with group strategies Additional Responsibilities Perform other duties as assigned to support procurement operations and continuous improvement initiatives What We Are Looking For Strong understanding of Procure-to-Pay (P2P) processes including PR, PO, invoicing, and GRIRExperience in indirect procurement and CAPEX purchasing Hands-on experience with SAP MM, SAP Ariba, or similar ERP procurement systems Familiarity with e-catalogues and automated buying channels Strong compliance mindset and ability to support global procurement strategies 3–5 years of experience in procurementAbout Lonza At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With more than 30 sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values—Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion, and Integrity—reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone's ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives. Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. Lonzais committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.Reference: R74671 Apply