Senior Project Management Specialist - Vendor Management & Procurement

As a Senior BP Project Management Specialist at Medtronic, you will play a critical role in ensuring smooth and effective IT operations in the Vendor Management Office. Your responsibilities will include managing Contract Administration & Management (CAM) requests, overseeing Purchase Order (PO) creation and maintenance, resolving invoice issues, supporting Software Asset Management activities, and driving operational excellence in technology solutions delivery for Medtronic's 80 million healthcare customers worldwide. Key Responsibilities: - Manage and process CAM system requests for technology goods and services, ensuring timely and accurate completion. - Generate, review, and maintain purchase orders in accordance with company policies and procedures. - Support Software Asset Management, including reporting, chargebacks, governance, and audit activities. - Collaborate with internal stakeholders and suppliers to resolve invoice discrepancies and issues. - Adhere to standard governance frameworks and operational processes in all procurement activities. - Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of POs, CAM requests, and invoice resolutions. - Identify and support process improvement initiatives related to procurement and invoice management. - Provide responsive and professional customer service to internal and external partners regarding procurement and invoicing matters. - Analyze procurement and operational data to provide actionable insights and prepare regular reports for management and stakeholders. Qualifications Required: - 8+ years of IT experience with a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, MCA, or MSc. - 7+ years of experience in procurement operations, accounts payable, technology process governance, or a related field. - Experience with purchase order systems and invoice management processes. - Advanced proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, and Power BI. - Experience with Ariba and Service Now Platforms. - Practical knowledge of project management. - Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. - Effective communication and problem-solving abilities. - Commitment to follow established processes and governance standards. - Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and requests simultaneously. About Medtronic: Medtronic leads global healthcare technology and boldly addresses the most challenging health problems facing humanity by finding solutions. Their mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate individuals. Medtronic offers a competitive salary, flexible benefits package, and a commitment to recognizing employee contributions. Experience Level: Senior Level As a Senior BP Project Management Specialist at Medtronic, you will play a critical role in ensuring smooth and effective IT operations in the Vendor Management Office. Your responsibilities will include managing Contract Administration & Management (CAM) requests, overseeing Purchase Order (PO) creation and maintenance, resolving invoice issues, supporting Software Asset Management activities, and driving operational excellence in technology solutions delivery for Medtronic's 80 million healthcare customers worldwide. Key Responsibilities: - Manage and process CAM system requests for technology goods and services, ensuring timely and accurate completion. - Generate, review, and maintain purchase orders in accordance with company policies and procedures. - Support Software Asset Management, including reporting, chargebacks, governance, and audit activities. - Collaborate with internal stakeholders and suppliers to resolve invoice discrepancies and issues. - Adhere to standard governance frameworks and operational processes in all procurement activities. - Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of POs, CAM requests, and invoice resolutions. - Identify and support process improvement initiatives related to procurement and invoice management. - Provide responsive and professional customer service to internal and external partners regarding procurement and invoicing matters. - Analyze procurement and operational data to provide actionable insights and prepare regular reports for management and stakeholders. Qualifications Required: - 8+ years of IT experience with a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, MCA, or MSc. - 7+ years of experience in procurement operations, accounts payable, technology process governance, or a related field. - Experience with purchase order systems and invoice management processes. - Advanced proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, and Power BI. - Experience with Ariba and Service Now Platforms. - Practical knowledge of project management. - Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. - Effective communication and problem-solving abilities. - Commitment to follow established processes and governance standards. - Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and requests simultaneously. About Medtronic: Medtronic leads global healthcare technolo