Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic professional to lead our Facility Services and Real Estate procurement function. The ideal candidate will have minimum 810 years of experience in managing end-to-end procurement for facility services and real estate categories with a strong background in global sourcing strategies. This role requires a keen eye for detail exceptional negotiation skills and the ability to deliver cost efficiencies while ensuring compliance and service excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
- Strategic Procurement & Sourcing
- Develop and execute global sourcing strategies for facility services and real estate categories.
- Lead negotiations for large-scale contracts leases and service agreements to optimize cost and value.
- Vendor Management & Governance
- Establish strong vendor relationships and implement governance frameworks to ensure performance and compliance.
- Drive supplier diversity and sustainability initiatives aligned with corporate objectives.
- Real Estate & Facilities Oversight
- Support real estate transactions lease administration and space planning activities.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders on workplace strategy and facility optimization.
- Financial & Risk Management
- Monitor budgets identify cost-saving opportunities and mitigate procurement risks.
- Ensure adherence to global compliance standards and corporate policies.
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Partner with cross-functional teams including Finance Legal and Operations to deliver seamless procurement solutions.
- Provide insights and recommendations to senior leadership on market trends and strategic opportunities.
Qualifications :
- Education: MBA from a Tier-1 or Tier-2 B-School (preferred).
- Experience: 810 years in facility services and real estate procurement with proven global sourcing exposure.
- Technical Skills:
- Expertise in procurement tools and systems (e.g. SAP Ariba Coupa).
- Strong understanding of real estate market dynamics and facility management best practices.
Preferred Skills & Attributes:
- Exceptional negotiation and analytical skills.
- Ability to manage complex projects and multiple stakeholders across geographies.
- Detail-oriented with a focus on compliance and risk mitigation.
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
- Cost Savings Achieved: Percentage reduction in facility and real estate spend through strategic sourcing.
- Contract Compliance: Adherence to global procurement policies and regulatory standards.
- Supplier Performance: Measured through SLA compliance and vendor scorecards.
- Cycle Time Reduction: Improvement in procurement lead times for key categories.
- Stakeholder Satisfaction: Feedback scores from internal business partners.
- Sustainability Goals: Contribution to ESG initiatives (e.g. green building standards energy efficiency).
Additional Information :
Our Benefits
- Flexible working environment
- Volunteer time off
- LinkedIn Learning
- Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)
About NIQ
NIQ is the worlds leading consumer intelligence company delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to 2023 NIQ combined with GfK bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insightsdelivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platformsNIQ delivers the Full View. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100 markets covering more than 90% of the worlds population.
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Our commitment to Diversity Equity and Inclusion
At NIQ we are steadfast in our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace that mirrors the rich diversity of the communities and markets we serve. We believe that embracing a wide range of perspectives drives innovation and excellence. All employment decisions at NIQ are made without regard to race color religion sex (including pregnancy sexual orientation or gender identity) national origin age disability genetic information marital status veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We invite individuals who share our dedication to inclusivity and equity to join us in making a meaningful impact. To learn more about our ongoing efforts in diversity and inclusion please visit the Work :
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Employment Type :
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Job Summary:We are seeking an experienced and dynamic professional to lead our Facility Services and Real Estate procurement function. The ideal candidate will have minimum 810 years of experience in managing end-to-end procurement for facility services and real estate categories with a strong backg...
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic professional to lead our Facility Services and Real Estate procurement function. The ideal candidate will have minimum 810 years of experience in managing end-to-end procurement for facility services and real estate categories with a strong background in global sourcing strategies. This role requires a keen eye for detail exceptional negotiation skills and the ability to deliver cost efficiencies while ensuring compliance and service excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
- Strategic Procurement & Sourcing
- Develop and execute global sourcing strategies for facility services and real estate categories.
- Lead negotiations for large-scale contracts leases and service agreements to optimize cost and value.
- Vendor Management & Governance
- Establish strong vendor relationships and implement governance frameworks to ensure performance and compliance.
- Drive supplier diversity and sustainability initiatives aligned with corporate objectives.
- Real Estate & Facilities Oversight
- Support real estate transactions lease administration and space planning activities.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders on workplace strategy and facility optimization.
- Financial & Risk Management
- Monitor budgets identify cost-saving opportunities and mitigate procurement risks.
- Ensure adherence to global compliance standards and corporate policies.
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Partner with cross-functional teams including Finance Legal and Operations to deliver seamless procurement solutions.
- Provide insights and recommendations to senior leadership on market trends and strategic opportunities.
Qualifications :
- Education: MBA from a Tier-1 or Tier-2 B-School (preferred).
- Experience: 810 years in facility services and real estate procurement with proven global sourcing exposure.
- Technical Skills:
- Expertise in procurement tools and systems (e.g. SAP Ariba Coupa).
- Strong understanding of real estate market dynamics and facility management best practices.
Preferred Skills & Attributes:
- Exceptional negotiation and analytical skills.
- Ability to manage complex projects and multiple stakeholders across geographies.
- Detail-oriented with a focus on compliance and risk mitigation.
- Strong leadership and communication skills.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
- Cost Savings Achieved: Percentage reduction in facility and real estate spend through strategic sourcing.
- Contract Compliance: Adherence to global procurement policies and regulatory standards.
- Supplier Performance: Measured through SLA compliance and vendor scorecards.
- Cycle Time Reduction: Improvement in procurement lead times for key categories.
- Stakeholder Satisfaction: Feedback scores from internal business partners.
- Sustainability Goals: Contribution to ESG initiatives (e.g. green building standards energy efficiency).
Additional Information :
Our Benefits
- Flexible working environment
- Volunteer time off
- LinkedIn Learning
- Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)
About NIQ
NIQ is the worlds leading consumer intelligence company delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to 2023 NIQ combined with GfK bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insightsdelivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platformsNIQ delivers the Full View. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100 markets covering more than 90% of the worlds population.
For more information visit
Want to keep up with our latest updates
Follow us on: LinkedIn Instagram Twitter Facebook
Our commitment to Diversity Equity and Inclusion
At NIQ we are steadfast in our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace that mirrors the rich diversity of the communities and markets we serve. We believe that embracing a wide range of perspectives drives innovation and excellence. All employment decisions at NIQ are made without regard to race color religion sex (including pregnancy sexual orientation or gender identity) national origin age disability genetic information marital status veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We invite individuals who share our dedication to inclusivity and equity to join us in making a meaningful impact. To learn more about our ongoing efforts in diversity and inclusion please visit the Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
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