Sourcing Associate

Job Title: Sourcing Associate Company: Takeda Job Category: SAP Ariba Roles & Responsibilities: Job Description: OBJECTIVES : * Execute RFI, RFP, and RFQ processes for defined Indirect and Commercial Indirect categories (e.g. Professional Services, HR, Facilities, Sales \& Marketing) or spend thresholds under guidance of the Sourcing Lead. * Support the Source\-to\-Contract process through market research, spend analysis, proposal evaluation, and contract management. * Lead negotiations with suppliers, driving value and competitive advantage to Takeda. * Will have a primary anchor position but would be expected to flex and work across other categories as appropriate ACCOUNTABILITIES: Sourcing Execution \& Rf(X) Management: * Engagement with operational stakeholders presenting requirements for sourcing, as well as category strategies developed by category managers * Execute RFI, RFP, and RFQ events for Indirect and Commercial Indirect categories under Sourcing Lead guidance, adhering to Takeda procurement policies. Flexibility to work in other categories too * Prepare sourcing documentation scope of work, supplier questionnaires, evaluation criteria, and tender packages * Manage supplier communication during sourcing events; coordinate Q\&A and maintain event trackers in SAP Ariba * Ensure all sourcing activities are documented accurately and completed within agreed timelines * Partner with supporting functions for execution of activities Market \& Supplier Research: * Conduct supplier market research and maintain up\-to\-date supplier landscape knowledge across assigned Indirect and Commercial Indirect categories * Identify and evaluate potential new suppliers; gather capability, compliance, and pricing information * Gather pricing benchmarks and market intelligence to support category strategy and sourcing recommendations in SAP Ariba Contract \& Supplier Administration: * Support contract drafting, review coordination, and approval workflows per Takeda Legal and Compliance requirements * Maintain contract records; monitor renewals, expirations, and performance milestones * Support supplier onboarding, due diligence, and ethical sourcing compliance checks Data Analysis \& KPI Reporting: * Analyze supplier proposals and prepare structured, objective evaluation summaries for Sourcing Lead review * Conduct spend analysis to identify savings opportunities; feed findings into the category savings pipeline * Support KPI monitoring to help the team track procurement's contribution; maintain data accuracy Value Delivery \& Governance: * Contribute to delivery of savings targets by identifying value opportunities within assigned Indirect and Commercial Indirect categories, as well as in other categories * Ensure all sourcing activities comply with Takeda procurement policies, SOPs, and governance standards * Support preferred supplier utilization initiatives Behavioral* As members of Global Procurement, you are expected to demonstrate ways of working that support our strategic ambition and shape how we create value for Takeda. You will contribute to a procurement function that These principles define how we partner with the business, our suppliers, and each other. Role\-specific examples of these behaviors are embedded throughout the objectives, accountability, and skills outlined in this job description. Ability to analyze supplier proposals and prepare structured evaluation summaries and attention to detail; strong organizational skills; ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast\-paced environment Work Location: Bengaluru, Karnataka, India Availability: Full time

EDUCATION, BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS: Education* * Bachelor Degree in relevant field C ompetencies and skills* Experience: 4\+ years of procurement, sourcing, or supply chain experience, preferably in a Lifesciences, professional services, or marketing/commercial environment. Exposure to RFI/RFP/RFQ processes and supplier evaluation preferred. Pharmaceutical, biotech, or professional services/marketing services experience an advantage. Sourcing experience across the indirect categories. Proficiency with e\-Sourcing tools (SAP Ariba preferred) and strong data skills in Excel / Google Sheets Enthusiasm for digital and AI improvements in procurement ways of working Collaborative and diplomatic, with demonstrated track record of operating successfully with limited day\-to\-day direction and ambiguity. Extensive experience using Microsoft desk top applications (e.g. PowerPoint, Excel) and experienced with using Generative / Agentic AI Key Skills: SAP Ariba, Procurement, Supplier Management, Sourcing Salary: Not disclosed