Procurement Specialist

Olympic Broadcasting Services (OBS) was created by the International Olympic Committee in 2001 in order to serve as the Host Broadcast organisation for all Olympic Games, Olympic Winter Games and Youth Olympic Games.

We are looking for a Procurement Specialist to support sourcing, supplier management and procurement operations across the organisation. This role will play a key part in ensuring procurement activities are commercially sound, compliant, efficient and aligned with business requirements across both operational and Games-time environments. The ideal candidate combines strong commercial judgement with a proactive, strategic approach, anticipating needs, identifying risks early and driving effective procurement solutions.

The Procurement Specialist will manage end-to-end sourcing activities, drive competitive bidding events, evaluate supplier proposals, support negotiations and develop strong relationships with vendors and internal stakeholders.

• Manage end-to-end sourcing processes for products and services across multiple business categories.
• Coordinate end-to-end competitive bidding activities, including Requests for Proposal (RFPs), Requests for Quotation (RFQs) and other sourcing activities.
• Analyse market trends, supplier capabilities and commercial opportunities to support sourcing decisions.
• Participate in supplier proposals evaluation across cost, quality, service, technical capability and delivery requirements.
• Prepare procurement recommendations and supplier comparison reports to support decision-making.

• Develop and maintain effective supplier relationships.
• Support supplier negotiations and contract discussions to achieve commercially favourable outcomes.
• Monitor supplier performance and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Support vendor onboarding activities and ensure compliance with procurement policies and procedures.
• Assist with supplier reviews, audits and performance assessments.

• Manage the Purchase to Pay process and ensure procurement compliance.
• Support procurement reporting, KPI monitoring and spend analysis activities.
• Maintain procurement records, supplier databases and sourcing documentation.
• Coordinate procurement activities with Finance, Legal, Technology and operational departments.

• Partner with stakeholders to understand business requirements and identify procurement solutions.
• Provide commercial and procurement guidance throughout sourcing and procurement activities.
• Apply strong analytical and problem-solving skills to balance cost, quality, risk and operational needs.
• Manage multiple procurement processes simultaneously while maintaining quality and attention to detail.

• Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, Finance, Engineering or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 4-7 years of experience in Procurement or related functions in an international environment.
• 3-5 years of experience complex RFP comparisons and technical purchasing.
• Experience using SAP MM, SAP Ariba, Jaggaer or similar procurement and spend management systems.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Experience evaluating supplier proposals and conducting commercial assessments.
• Demonstrated supplier negotiation and vendor management experience.
• Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration and communication skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple procurement activities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

• Experience with in telecommunications, technology, logistics, travel and accommodation, marketing, media or professional services procurement categories in an international environment.
• Strategic thinking and proactiveness, with a track record of identifying opportunities and driving improvements independently.

• Health & Well-being
  - Private health insurance, mental health support, wellness & gym programs. Online support focused on employee well-being.
• Work-life Balance
  - Work from home flexibility…