Deputy Manager-Procurement Operations Specialist - VOIS

## Who we are\n\nVOIS (Vodafone Intelligent Solutions) is a strategic arm of Vodafone Group Plc, creating value for customers by delivering intelligent solutions through Talent, Technology \u0026 Transformation. \nAs the largest shared services organisation in the global telco industry with 30,000 FTE, our portfolio of next-generation solutions and services are designed in partnership with customers across Vodafone Group, local markets, and partner markets to simplify and drive growth. With our strategic partner Accenture, we work alongside our Vodafone customers, other Telco and tech companies to drive transformation, meet the challenges of our industry and ensure we stay relevant and resilient. This partnership is a unique, industry-first model which brings together the best of in-house and 3rd party capability. \nWe work with customers across 28 countries from 10 VOIS locations: Albania, Egypt, Hungary, India, Romania, Spain, Turkey, UK, Germany, Ireland, and with a network of teams in Czech Republic, Italy, Greece, and Portugal. \n#VOIS #BeUnrivalled #CreateTheFuture\n\n## About this role\n\nWe are seeking a detail-focused procurement professional to support BAU activities within the Vantage SCM function. The role involves end\u2011to\u2011end processing of procurement requests, including shopping carts, purchase orders, goods receipts, supplier coordination, and compliance validation. The individual will play a key part in ensuring accuracy, timely execution, and operational continuity across procurement workflows.\n\n## What you\u2019ll do\n\nManage end\u2011to\u2011end procurement processes from request initiation to completion, ensuring accuracy and timely processing.Create and validate NSS Purchase Orders in SAP/EVO, ensuring alignment with Delegation of Authority (DoA) requirements.Record and confirm Goods Receipt Notes (GRN), including processing reversals and handling site returns when required.Prepare and validate shopping carts in EVO SRM, ensuring compliance with budgetary guidelines and material codes.Maintain data accuracy, monitor approval flows, and address discrepancies proactively.Collaborate with suppliers, internal teams, leadership, and finance stakeholders to enable seamless operations.Prepare dashboards and operational reports to support performance tracking and decision-making.\n\n## Who you are\n\n * Possess strong understanding of procurement, SCM, and P2P processes including shopping cart and GRN management.\n * Proficient in SAP or similar ERP systems.\n * Demonstrate excellent attention to detail and the ability to validate procurement documentation effectively.\n * Communicate clearly and confidently with internal teams and suppliers, with proficiency in English and German.\n * Capable of handling multiple priorities and managing requests efficiently.\n * Hold a graduate or engineering qualification.\n * Ideally familiar with Power BI or Power Apps for reporting and automation needs.\n * Bring experience in end\u2011to\u2011end SCM/P2P operations with a solution\u2011oriented, collaborative approach.\n\n\n\n## Not a perfect fit?\n\nConcerned you may not meet every requirement? Vodafone is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align exactly with every aspect of the job description, you are encouraged to apply. You may be the right candidate for this or another opportunity, and the recruitment team will support you in exploring where your skills fit best.\n\n## What\u0027s in it for you\n\nOpportunity to work within a high\u2011impact SCM environment supporting critical procurement operations.Exposure to global systems (SAP/EVO) and cross\u2011functional procurement processes.Collaboration with diverse stakeholders including suppliers, leadership teams, and finance.Development through dashboards, reporting responsibilities, and process optimisation initiatives.\n\n## What skills you will learn\n\nAdvanced proficiency in SAP/EVO procurement modules.Enhanced understanding of end\u2011to\u2011end P2P and SCM workflows.Skills in data validation, operational accuracy, and compliance management.Reporting and analysis capabilities through tools such as Power BI.Stakeholder communication and cross\u2011functional coordination across global teams.\n\n## VOIS equal opportunity and employer commitment\n\nVodafone recognises and celebrates the value of diversity in building a workforce that reflects the customers and communities it serves. No form of discrimination is tolerated. This includes, but is not limited to, discrimination based on race, colour, age, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, political affiliation, trade union membership, nationality, citizenship, indigenous status, medical condition, HIV status, neurodiversity, social origin, cultural background, marital or civil partnership status, or socio-economic background.\n\n## Join Us\n\nAt Vodafone, we\u2019re working hard to build a better future. A more connected, inclusive and sustainable world. As a dynamic global community, it\u0027s our human spirit, together with technology, that empowers us to achieve this. \nWe challenge and innovate in order to connect people, businesses, and communities across the world. Delighting our customers and earning their loyalty drive us, and we experiment, learn fast and get it done, together. \nWith us, you can be truly be yourself and belong, share inspiration, embrace new opportunities, thrive, and make a real difference\n\n## Alert\n\nApply for Vodafone jobs only through the official Vodafone Careers website to avoid job scams and fraud. \n#JDEnhancedByTARA\n\n## Follow us on social media and stay connected\n\nLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/vois/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/voisglobalInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/voisglobal/Chat with our employees: https://lnkd.in/dpkrcvR2\n