Procurement Analyst (Category Analyst)

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About the Organization

Working at the World Bank provides a unique opportunity for you to help our clients solve their greatest development challenges. The World Bank consists of two entities – the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD) and the International Development Association (IDA).  It is a global development cooperative owned by 189 member countries. As the largest development bank in the world, the World Bank provides loans, guarantees, risk management products, and advisory services to middle-income and creditworthy low-income countries, and coordinates responses to regional and global challenges.

Job Description/Responsibilities

The Procurement Analyst (Category Analyst) reports to the Senior Procurement Specialist, who in turn reports to the Global Head of Sourcing and Supplier Management.

The position for the category team requires in-depth knowledge of category management strategies and practices, and skills to lead sourcing initiatives from business needs to contract closeout including conducting negotiations, and dispute resolution; collaborate with business partners; and advise colleagues in WBG office worldwide on policy related matters. 

Key accountability for this position includes:

• Leads sub-category management and sourcing initiatives for categories within Corporate Procurement Category Management under the guidance of Category Manager.
• Understands client’s needs, collaborates with clients in developing procurement plans; carries out market research to identify sources of supply, trend analysis and benchmarks.Develops vendor pre-qualifying and evaluation criteria, generates solicitations, manages bidding process, reviews technical specifications for completeness and competitive qualities; prepares contracts; and engages vendors in process discussions.Negotiates contract terms and conditions for the assigned categories.Category management of designated categories.Monitors vendor commercial performance.Liaises with clients in preparation and delivery of presentations to Procurement Committees.Undertakes activities to ensure compliance with World Bank Groups’ policy.Provides guidance and direction to Project Managers on commercial contract management issues.Designs innovative solutions for medium to complex solicitations for large dollar and through a service risk-based approach.Possesses an expert level understanding of commerciality and ability to demonstrate achieving value for money through strategic planning, solicitation, and negotiations.
• Maximizes positive impact on sustainability (diversity, environment, social responsibility) through the sourcing process and category management.Exposure to risk management, assessing risks, and works with business partners to mitigate risks through sourcing.Due to the requirements of the job, this position may require frequent adjustments to the work schedule created by the time zone difference with many of the clients it supports and may also involve a limited amount of travel.

Education Qualification/Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. Recognized professional certifications (e.g., CPSM, CIPS) or courses would be highly desirable.
• Minimum five years of relevant experience in specific categories.
• Knowledge of international procurement practices and public/private sector procedures, with required in-depth experience in corporate-level service procurement at an international organization or multinational company.
• Extensive experience in developing category strategies incorporating industry benchmark, understanding of sources of supply, market trends, pricing, etc.
• Strong negotiating skills, including the ability to negotiate complex contract terms and conditions (e.g., international regulations, technology issues, data privacy, indemnification, intellectual property, cultural issues, assignment, contract termination).
• Knowledge of sustainable procurement trends and practices, including supplier diversity & inclusion activities.
• Strong interpersonal and analytical capabilities and logical problem-solving skills, and ability to structure data and assign resources effectively, monitor implementation and deliver results in line with project goals.
• Project Management skills with extensive experience in managing multiple related projects to ensure the overall program is aligned and directly supports the achievement of strategic objectives.
• Ability to deal sensitively in a multicultural environment and build effective working relationships with clients, colleagues, and other stakeholders.
• Experience with MS Office applications and proficiency of technology and/or systems relevant to the functional area (e.g., SAP, MS Dynamics, eSourcing tools) is desirable.

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