Introduction

At IBM Finance & Operations, we are the backbone of IBM's transformation driving efficiency, transparency, and smart decision-making across the business. Our teams provide the insight and discipline that guide strategy, ensure financial strength, and enable IBM to invest in innovation and growth. Working in Finance & Operations means combining analytical skills with collaboration and curiosity. You'll partner with colleagues across functions and geographies, using data, technology, and process excellence to create solutions that improve performance and deliver measurable impact. IBM offers continuous learning, career development, and a culture that values diverse perspectives. Join us and be part of a global team that keeps IBM moving forward, while building your own future in a dynamic and evolving environment.

Your role and responsibilities

Reporting & Analytics

.Develop, maintain, and automate procurement dashboards and reports using IBM-approved tools (Excel, Cognos, Power BI, Tableau).

.Consolidate project status updates, KPIs, and financial metrics into standardized PMO reporting formats.

.Provide actionable insights to procurement leadership through trend analysis and performance tracking.

Governance & Compliance

.Ensure adherence to IBM's procurement policies, PMO standards, and reporting frameworks.

.Support governance reviews, audits, and compliance checks with accurate documentation.

.Track risks, dependencies, and milestones across procurement projects.

Spend Management

.Conduct spend analysis across categories, suppliers, and geographies to identify savings opportunities.

.Monitor supplier-level spend to assess concentration risk, compliance, and performance.

.Provide category-level spend insights to support sourcing strategies and negotiations.

.Validate and report on savings realization (cost savings, cost avoidance, value creation).

.Support spend forecasting, variance analysis, and budget alignment.

.Track and reduce maverick spend (unauthorized purchases).

.Maintain accuracy of spend data in procurement systems (e.g., Ariba, SAP, IBM internal platforms).

.Create executive dashboards highlighting spend trends, risks, and opportunities.

Stakeholder Engagement

.Partner with category managers, procurement leads, finance teams, and PMO leadership to align reporting with business needs.

.Prepare executive-level presentations and reports for leadership reviews and steering committees.

.Act as a liaison between procurement operations and PMO governance functions.

Process Improvement

.Identify opportunities to streamline reporting processes and enhance data accuracy.

.Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the Procurement Center of Excellence.

.Support digital transformation projects by integrating new reporting tools and methodologies.

Required education
Bachelor's Degree

Preferred education
Bachelor's Degree

Required technical and professional expertise

.Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, or related field.

.4-6 years of experience in procurement, PMO, or reporting/analytics roles.

.Strong proficiency in MS Excel (pivot tables, advanced formulas), PowerPoint, and reporting tools (Power BI, Cognos, Tableau).

.Knowledge of procurement processes, sourcing, and supplier management.

.Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and data visualization skills.

.Strong communication skills with ability to present complex data clearly to stakeholders.

.Experience working in a global, matrixed organization preferred.

Preferred technical and professional experience

.Experience with procurement tools such as SAP, Ariba, or similar platforms

.Exposure to Procurement COE, transformation, or PMO governance frameworks

.Knowledge of data automation techniques (Power Query, VBA, basic Python)

.Experience in executive dashboarding and storytelling with data

Years of Experience:
4-6