Analyst, Vendor Performance & Finance Management

POSITION SUMMARY

Zoetis, Inc. is the world's largest producer of medicine and vaccinations for pets and livestock.  The Zoetis Tech & Digital (ZTD) Strategy Realization & Governance (ZTD SR&G) organization is responsible for building and maturing core capabilities to run Zoetis Tech & Digital with the discipline of a business, driving a cohesive approach to strategy planning, portfolio execution and value realization while optimizing technology costs, enabled by a workforce planning strategy, and deploying agile ways of working.
A major part of this digital transformation is expanding the Supplier Management Office (SMO) to strengthen supplier governance, optimize the supplier landscape, and enhance engagement and performance management with preferred suppliers. The SMO Analyst - Contract & Relationship Management will report to Supplier Management Lead and will be responsible for managing our core Finance and Contract management processes and will partner closely with our colleagues in the Service Delivery Management, Technology Business Management and Procurement teams.
Join us at Zoetis India Capability Center (ZICC) in Hyderabad, where innovation meets excellence. As part of the world's leading animal healthcare company, ZICC is at the forefront of driving transformative advancements and applying technology to solve the most complex problems. Our mission is to ensure sustainable growth and maintain a competitive edge for Zoetis globally by leveraging the exceptional talent in India.
At ZICC, you'll be part of a dynamic team that partners with colleagues worldwide, embodying the true spirit of One Zoetis. Together, we ensure seamless integration and collaboration, fostering an environment where your contributions can make a real impact. Be a part of our journey to pioneer innovation and drive the future of animal healthcare.

Responsibilities:
•    Contract Management
•    Manage interpretation of supplier contracts.
•    Oversee lifecycle management of supplier contracts in tight collaboration with Procurement.
•    Support the intake process for new demand for Preferred Suppliers to help transition work away from Non-Preferred Suppliers
•    Assist in contract change management and contract closure
•    Log and manage contract changes as per contracting best practices.
•    Ensure compliance with contract terms and regulatory requirements.
•    Support contract renewals or terminations.
•    Ensure risks associated with supplier contract compliance issues/deficiencies are identified and mitigated.
•    Relationship Management
•    Maintain and update supplier scorecards and performance metrics regularly, ensuring data accuracy and timely reporting for review meetings.
•    Organize and manage the calendar for supplier engagement meetings, including preparing agendas, capturing meeting notes, and tracking action items.
•    Maintain the supplier database in ZTD, including updating contact information, SRM assignments, and contract details to ensure accurate records.
•    Help document and communicate SRM roles and responsibilities and assist in identifying and onboarding SRMs for Preferred Suppliers.
•    Compile periodic reports on supplier performance, engagement activities, and contract compliance to support decision-making and continuous improvement.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES 
    Percent of Time 
Contract Management — covering interpretation, lifecycle oversight, compliance, change management, renewals, and risk mitigation.    40%
Relationship Management — maintaining supplier scorecards, managing engagement meetings, and reporting on supplier performance.    40%
Supplier Data and SRM Support — managing supplier database updates, supporting SRM roles and onboarding, and assisting with supplier transition processes.    20%

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS
Provide the primary groups or key positions that this position will interact with as a regular part of the position responsibilities.  Include any external interactions as appropriate.

•    Collaborate with Service Delivery Management team and key stakeholders to 
o    Aggregate and compile feedback relevant to maintaining supplier scorecards
o    Scheduling monthly and quarterly engagements with MSPs are part our Supplier Relationship Management practices
•    Work with ZTD Technology Business Management team to provide any updates to our supplier data in Apptio

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE 
Education :
•    Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, Finance, Supply Chain or other related field or equivalent work experience.
Experience:
•    5+ years in supplier management and/or procurement, specifically related to IT for multi-national global corporations.
•    Strong verbal and written communication skills; ability to develop strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

TECHNICAL SKILLS REQUIREMENTS

•    Working experience with the Microsoft Power Platform, mainly PowerBI, to support the recurring reporting needs for stakeholders leveraging the ZTD MSP Performance Management dashboard

PHYSICAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS 
Regular working hours are from 1:00 PM to 10:00 PM IST 
Sometimes, more overlap with the EST Time zone is required during key meetings with suppliers

This description indicates the general nature and level of work expected.  It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities or responsibilities required of the incumbent.  Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.  Additional position specific requirements/responsibilities are contained in approved training curricula.  

Full time

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Colleague

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