Stars Group
Assistant Manager - Procurement
Stars Group, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199
We are Asia’s fastest-growing skill-based gaming company and partner brand of Flutter, which is a multi-billion dollar global gaming organization. We are focused on providing our customers with the most innovative and exciting gaming experience possible. Our success has been driven by our commitment to excellence, our passion for gaming, and our ability to continuously innovate. We are driven by our strong value system, which encompasses an obsession with data, a hustler’s attitude, an owner's mindset, leading with love, and embracing change.Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Procurement:
Develop and execute procurement strategies for both IT and Non-IT categories, ensuring alignment with the organization’s objectives.Manage end-to-end procurement processes, including vendor identification, RFPs, negotiations, contract drafting, and purchase orders.Ensure cost optimization without compromising on quality and service-level agreements (SLAs).
IT Procurement:
Lead the procurement of IT equipment (hardware, software, networking, etc.), cloud services, and IT consulting.Collaborate with the IT department to understand technical needs and ensure seamless procurement.Manage relationships with IT vendors and track performance against agreed SLAs and KPIs.
Non-IT Procurement:
Oversee procurement for non-IT goods and services such as office supplies, furniture, facilities management, and utilities.Ensure efficient procurement to support business operations and maintain service standards.
Compliance Management:
Ensure 100% compliance with company procurement policies, procedures, and Indian regulatory requirements.Monitor and implement procurement best practices, ensuring internal audits and external inspections are passed without exceptions.Ensure that contracts and procurement activities comply with legal and ethical standards, and proactively address any gaps or risks.
Vendor Management:
Build and maintain strong relationships with both IT and Non-IT vendors to foster long-term partnerships.Monitor vendor performance, ensuring adherence to contractual terms, quality standards, and delivery schedules.
Budget & Cost Control:
Work closely with the finance team to manage procurement budgets effectively.Identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements in procurement processes.
Reporting & Analytics:
Generate regular procurement reports and do data analysis including spend analysis, cost savings, vendor performance, and compliance adherence.Aide in budgeting, cost analysis and determining efficacy of tools implemented.Utilize data analytics to identify trends, areas for improvement, and procurement risks.
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field. MBA or related advanced degree is a plus.5+ years of experience in procurement, with at least 2 years in a managerial or assistant manager role handling both IT and Non-IT categories.Working knowledge of Tableau and exposure to data interpretation will be an added advantage.Strong knowledge of Indian procurement laws and regulations combined with excellent negotiation and contract management skills.Familiarity with procurement management tools (e.g., Oracle, iProp, Coupa, Ariba).Analytical mindset, highly process oriented with strong problem-solving capabilities.Excellent partnership and collaboration skills with the ability to work cross-functionally.High attention to detail and a commitment to achieving 100% compliance.What Junglee Games offers for this role:
Meaningful global exposure and an opportunity to represent Junglee Games as part of Flutter Entertainment, the largest real-money gaming company in the world.Ample learning opportunities and the opportunity to work with some of the best leaders and minds in the industry.In-depth understanding of the gaming ecosystem.Competitive compensation and incentives.Excellent work environment, great culture, and global exposure.About Us:
Junglee Games is a leader in the skill-gaming space, with over 100 million registered players. Founded in San Francisco in 2012 and part of the $30 Bn Flutter Entertainment Group, Junglee Games is the fastest-growing skill games company in Southeast Asia. Some of our notable games are Junglee Rummy, Howzat, Junglee Poker, and Carrom Stars.Our mission is to build entertainment for millions of people around the world and help them connect with each other through high-quality games. We focus on creating exhilarating and immersive gaming experiences and also incorporate social features to promote interaction and competition among players. Our games are available on multiple platforms, including web browsers, and Android and iOS devices.Since our inception, we have drawn 700+ of the world’s most talented people into our ranks. Our team has worked on international AAA titles like Transformers, Star Wars: The Old Republic, Real Steel, Rio, Mech Conquest, and Dueling Blades. Our designers have worked on some of Hollywood’s biggest hits, including the movie Avatar.Junglee Games is not just a gaming business. It is a blend of data science, innovation, cutting-edge technology, and, most importantly, a value-driven culture that is creating the next set of conscious leaders. An equal-opportunity employer, Junglee Games has been certified as a Great Place to Work for four years in a row. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our employees.Junglee Games has received various accolades for its contribution to the online gaming space. The company continues to innovate and develop new games, expanding its presence in the global gaming market.Website:
https://www.jungleegames.com/LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/company/junglee-games
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Strategic Procurement:
Develop and execute procurement strategies for both IT and Non-IT categories, ensuring alignment with the organization’s objectives.Manage end-to-end procurement processes, including vendor identification, RFPs, negotiations, contract drafting, and purchase orders.Ensure cost optimization without compromising on quality and service-level agreements (SLAs).
IT Procurement:
Lead the procurement of IT equipment (hardware, software, networking, etc.), cloud services, and IT consulting.Collaborate with the IT department to understand technical needs and ensure seamless procurement.Manage relationships with IT vendors and track performance against agreed SLAs and KPIs.
Non-IT Procurement:
Oversee procurement for non-IT goods and services such as office supplies, furniture, facilities management, and utilities.Ensure efficient procurement to support business operations and maintain service standards.
Compliance Management:
Ensure 100% compliance with company procurement policies, procedures, and Indian regulatory requirements.Monitor and implement procurement best practices, ensuring internal audits and external inspections are passed without exceptions.Ensure that contracts and procurement activities comply with legal and ethical standards, and proactively address any gaps or risks.
Vendor Management:
Build and maintain strong relationships with both IT and Non-IT vendors to foster long-term partnerships.Monitor vendor performance, ensuring adherence to contractual terms, quality standards, and delivery schedules.
Budget & Cost Control:
Work closely with the finance team to manage procurement budgets effectively.Identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements in procurement processes.
Reporting & Analytics:
Generate regular procurement reports and do data analysis including spend analysis, cost savings, vendor performance, and compliance adherence.Aide in budgeting, cost analysis and determining efficacy of tools implemented.Utilize data analytics to identify trends, areas for improvement, and procurement risks.
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field. MBA or related advanced degree is a plus.5+ years of experience in procurement, with at least 2 years in a managerial or assistant manager role handling both IT and Non-IT categories.Working knowledge of Tableau and exposure to data interpretation will be an added advantage.Strong knowledge of Indian procurement laws and regulations combined with excellent negotiation and contract management skills.Familiarity with procurement management tools (e.g., Oracle, iProp, Coupa, Ariba).Analytical mindset, highly process oriented with strong problem-solving capabilities.Excellent partnership and collaboration skills with the ability to work cross-functionally.High attention to detail and a commitment to achieving 100% compliance.What Junglee Games offers for this role:
Meaningful global exposure and an opportunity to represent Junglee Games as part of Flutter Entertainment, the largest real-money gaming company in the world.Ample learning opportunities and the opportunity to work with some of the best leaders and minds in the industry.In-depth understanding of the gaming ecosystem.Competitive compensation and incentives.Excellent work environment, great culture, and global exposure.About Us:
Junglee Games is a leader in the skill-gaming space, with over 100 million registered players. Founded in San Francisco in 2012 and part of the $30 Bn Flutter Entertainment Group, Junglee Games is the fastest-growing skill games company in Southeast Asia. Some of our notable games are Junglee Rummy, Howzat, Junglee Poker, and Carrom Stars.Our mission is to build entertainment for millions of people around the world and help them connect with each other through high-quality games. We focus on creating exhilarating and immersive gaming experiences and also incorporate social features to promote interaction and competition among players. Our games are available on multiple platforms, including web browsers, and Android and iOS devices.Since our inception, we have drawn 700+ of the world’s most talented people into our ranks. Our team has worked on international AAA titles like Transformers, Star Wars: The Old Republic, Real Steel, Rio, Mech Conquest, and Dueling Blades. Our designers have worked on some of Hollywood’s biggest hits, including the movie Avatar.Junglee Games is not just a gaming business. It is a blend of data science, innovation, cutting-edge technology, and, most importantly, a value-driven culture that is creating the next set of conscious leaders. An equal-opportunity employer, Junglee Games has been certified as a Great Place to Work for four years in a row. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our employees.Junglee Games has received various accolades for its contribution to the online gaming space. The company continues to innovate and develop new games, expanding its presence in the global gaming market.Website:
https://www.jungleegames.com/LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/company/junglee-games
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