• Lead and execute SAP S/4 HANA implementation projects, focusing on Sourcing & Procurement (MM) within the retail industry. • Work with retail master data, configuring key elements such as Plant master, Plant Business Partner, Materials, Vendor master, and other retail-specific functionalities. • Utilize in-depth knowledge of S/4 HANA retail features, including Flexible Workflow, BRF+ output message determination, and Merchandise Category hierarchy configuration. • Manage data migration using Data Migration Cockpit, including file preparation and upload for various scenarios such as: Article Master, Service Master, Source list, Purchasing Info Record, and more. • Provide expertise in configuring and integrating Ariba Buying & Invoicing with SAP S/4 HANA. • Ensure comprehensive documentation for all configuration and migration processes.

• Responsible for identifying materials suitable for corporate contracts within assigned commodity scope. • Responsible for developing and administering contracts which take full advantage of the total corporate volume. • Developing supply chain strategies to yield component contracts at the lowest Total Cost of Ownership (TCO). • Responsible for generating forecast and total purchase reports for management as required. • Develop, communicate, and execute the forward growth strategy for assigned commodities. • Conduct industry research and have a high degree of business knowledge of the manufacturers, suppliers and market place. • Establish performance objectives and associated metrics for the Commodities Group. • Track the performance and report progress on a monthly or quarterly basis as directed. • Support sites in the region when critical component escalations arise. • Provide necessary guidance and support to the organization on the commodity strategy. • Cultivate and maintain regional and global strategic supplier relationships with their executives for all major component types within assigned commodities.

• Work with a collaborative team of highly experienced experts to build pragmatic and authoritative insight that directly addresses the priorities and challenges of clients aligned to the procurement technology sector • Help clients understand the impact of technology on their procurement function • Assist in selecting and using the best fit technology vendors for their procurement organization • Support procurement leaders, application leaders who support procurement, technology vendors and providers, consultants and investors • Write research and represent thought leadership by providing advice to Procurement technology leaders, Chief Procurement Officers, and their teams on procurement technology strategies and implementations

• Own and manage a high volume of Request for Quotes (RFQs) for buyers, ensuring timely delivery of multiple high-quality quotes for each requested material • Assess supplier landscape to identify and select appropriate suppliers for requested materials • Engage with new suppliers to confirm material availability and secure competitive quotes • Facilitate communication between suppliers and buyers regarding product specifications, samples and delivery terms • Validate the quality and accuracy of quotes and supplier-submitted data • Build and maintain strong relationships with existing suppliers already active on the Valdera platform • Onboard new suppliers onto the Valdera platform ensuring a smooth and frictionless integration experience • Maintain thorough documentation of product availability, supplier communication and sourcing activity