Tactical Sourcing Supervisor

3 Months ago • 5 Years +
Human Resource

Job Description

Wargaming is seeking an experienced Tactical Sourcing Supervisor to join their Tactical Sourcing Team within CFO Shared Services. This role involves overseeing global sourcing and purchasing activities, including the operational supervision of Sourcing and Purchasing Specialists. The candidate will foster collaboration with stakeholders and vendors, and contribute to enhancing procurement processes. Responsibilities include guiding the team, managing workload, developing strategies, guiding stakeholders in the source-to-pay process, conducting training, and staying updated on industry trends. The role also involves overseeing sourcing and purchasing activities, evaluating vendor proposals, negotiating terms, and liaising with contract management and legal teams. Collaboration with departments like Finance and Treasury is expected, along with process improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of procurement experience with task delegation, strong problem-solving skills, a detail-oriented and collaborative approach, excellent communication skills in English, and proficiency in MS Office.
Good To Have:
  • Familiarity with MFiles
  • Familiarity with JIRA
  • Experience with international travel
Must Have:
  • 5+ years of procurement experience
  • Task delegation experience
  • Experience with sourcing activities (RFx, bidding, tendering)
  • Contract management experience
  • Vendor and stakeholder management
  • Cost savings/reduction delivery
  • Process improvement identification
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Detail-oriented
  • Proactive and collaborative approach
  • Excellent written and verbal English communication
  • Outstanding organizational and time management skills
  • Ability to work independently
  • Proficiency in MS Office (Excel)
  • Proficiency in Outlook and SharePoint
Perks:
  • Annual leave of 20 working days (up to 25)
  • Additional paid time off (5 Personal Days, Birthday Leave, Marriage Leave, Compassionate Leave)
  • Sick Leave Compensation
  • Maternity Leave Benefits
  • Premium Private Health Insurance
  • Career development and education opportunities
  • English clubs and language learning platform
  • Mental well-being program (iFeel)
  • Commuting allowance
  • Company events
  • FitPass membership
  • Discounts for employees
  • Personal Gaming Account
  • Coffee, fruits, and snacks
  • Subsidized canteen prices
  • Seniority Awards
  • Referral program

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Job Overview

Wargaming is looking for an experienced Tactical Sourcing Supervisor, to join our Tactical Sourcing Team which is part of the CFO Shared Services.

In this role, you will be an individual contributor responsible for overseeing global sourcing and purchasing activities, including the operational supervision of a team of Sourcing and Purchasing Specialists. Your responsibilities will extend to fostering effective collaboration with both business stakeholders and vendors while actively contributing to the ongoing enhancement of procurement processes.
 
Please note that this role may involve occasional international travel and participation in seasonal office events. The role is based in Belgrade and hybrid mode is possible.

If you are a dynamic professional with a passion for sourcing, we encourage you to apply and be part of our exciting journey at Wargaming.

Reports to

The Tactical Sourcing Supervisor will report to the Tactical Sourcing Team Lead.

What will you do?

  • Procurement Leadership:
    • Assist the Tactical Sourcing Team Lead in guiding the team, managing team workload and task distribution,  promoting team collaboration and high performance.
    • Contribute to the development and implementation of strategies, policies, and procedures to enhance procurement processes and overall efficiency.
    • Guide stakeholders in the source-to-pay process, preparing supportive documents and organizing training sessions, in addition to responding to enquiries.
    • Stay updated on industry trends and best procurement practices, sharing insights with the team and manager.
  • Sourcing and Purchasing:
    • Oversee, coordinate, and execute global, regional, or county-specific sourcing and purchasing activities.
    • Engage with business requestors/stakeholders to identify needs and consolidate demand.
    • Review and evaluate vendor proposals, compile comparison reports, and facilitate decision analysis as required.
    • Communicate directly with vendors and business requestors/stakeholders, including managing expectations, timelines, deliverables etc.
    • Analyze to come up with proactive sourcing initiatives and opportunities for cost savings/avoidance, demand consolidation, or other synergies.
    • Lead negotiations with suppliers to secure favorable terms and conditions, including pricing, delivery schedules, and service levels, while ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
    • Liaise with the Contract Management and Legal teams, to ensure terms and conditions relating to goods/services procurement reflect all details of the negotiation.
  • Cross-functional Collaboration:
    • Collaborate with various departments, such as Contract Management, Compliance, Finance and Treasury, to ensure alignment in procurement procedures and other business priorities.
    • Act as a liaison between different teams both internal and external to the company to resolve procurement-related issues.
  • Process Improvement:
    • Evaluate and enhance procurement processes and workflows.
    • Identify opportunities to increase process efficiency and effectiveness.
    • Stay updated on industry best practices and technology applications.
  • General:
    • Provide guidance and support to business units on procurement processes and policies.
    • Respond and address ad hoc requests and administrative duties.

Who are we looking for?

  • 5+ years of experience in procurement, with task-delegation experience.
  • Experience with supporting the planning and execution of sourcing activities (including RFx, competitive bidding, tendering, managing contracts etc.), leading negotiations and managing relationships with vendors and stakeholders, to deliver cost savings/reductions, process improvements, and effective solutions to meet business needs.
  • Strong problem-solving skills in dynamic environments.
  • Detail-oriented, proactive, and collaborative approach.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication in English to influence stakeholders and protect company interests.
  • Outstanding organizational and time management skills with an ability to work independently and to prioritize tasks.
  • Proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel), Outlook, and SharePoint; familiarity with MFiles, JIRA is a plus.

Benefits

Benefits and perks are tailored to the local market and culture. Our benefits in Belgrade include:

  • Annual leave of 20 working days (additional days based on years of service at Wargaming: up to 25 days)
  • Additional paid time off (5 Personal Days, Birthday Leave, Marriage Leave, Compassionate Leave)
  • Sick Leave Compensation, Maternity Leave Benefits  
  • Premium Private Health Insurance
  • Career development and education opportunities within the company
  • English clubs and platform for learning languages
  • Mental well-being program (iFeel)
  • Commuting allowance
  • Company events
  • FitPass membership
  • Discounts for employees
  • Personal Gaming Account
  • Coffee, fruits, and snacks in the office
  • On-site canteen with subsidized prices for food and drinks
  • Seniority Awards
  • Referral program - you can recommend the best talents to the Company and receive a reward
Please submit your CV in English to ensure smooth processing and review.

About Wargaming 

Wargaming is an award-winning online game developer and publisher headquartered in Nicosia, Cyprus. Operating since 1998, Wargaming has become one of the leaders in the gaming industry with 15 offices worldwide, including studios in Chicago, Prague, Shanghai, Tokyo, and Vilnius. Our diverse and multicultural team works together to deliver a top-class experience to millions of players who enjoy Wargaming's titles across all major gaming platforms. Our flagship products include free-to-play hits World of Tanks, World of Warships and World of Tanks Blitz.

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