Global Category Procurement Operations Analyst

3M has a long-standing reputation as a company committed to innovation. We provide the freedom to explore and encourage curiosity and creativity. We gain new insight from diverse thinking, and take risks on new ideas. Here, you can apply your talent in bold ways that matter. Job Description: Global Category Procurement Operations Analyst Collaborate with Innovative 3Mers Around the World Choosing where to start and grow your career has a major impact on your professional and personal life, so it’s equally important you know that the company that you choose to work at, and its leaders, will support and guide you. With a wide variety of people, global locations, technologies and products, 3M is a place where you can collaborate with other curious, creative 3Mers. The Impact You’ll Make in this Role As a Global Category Procurement Operations Analyst, you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative people around the world. Here, you will make an impact by: Executing simple to moderate transactional procurement activities for assigned countries, regions, or business areas. Supporting requisition-to-purchase order conversion and the full purchase order lifecycle. Maintaining accurate pricing, supplier, and purchasing data in ERP and procurement systems. Resolving routine procurement exceptions and addressing supplier and stakeholder inquiries promptly with a strong customer service focus. Supporting compliance with procurement procedures, sourcing guidelines internal controls and contributing to reporting, process improvement, and continuous improvement initiatives. Your Skills and Expertise To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or higher (completed and verified prior to start). Overall, 2-4 years of work experience with a minimum of 2 years in procurement operations or transactional procurement; experience with ERP systems such as SAP. Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include: Experience in a Shared Service Center or BPO environment, mainly in Procurement, Accounts Payable, or Source-to-Pay activities Strong communication skills in English; proficiency in Hindi or other regional languages is an added advantage Customer-focused mindset with strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills Proficiency in MS Office applications, with advanced Excel and familiarity with ERP/procurement tools such as SAP, Ariba, or Coupa being advantageous Knowledge of sourcing and procurement principles, with the ability to manage workloads effectively and collaborate across cross-functional and multicultural teams Location: Bangalore (Hebbal), Hybrid Mode Supporting Your Well-being 3M offers many programs to help you live your best life - both physically and financially. To ensure competitive pay and benefits, 3M regularly benchmarks with other companies that are comparable in size and scope. Learn more about 3M’s creative solutions to the world’s problems at www.3M.com or on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn @3M. Safety is a core value at 3M. All employees are expected to contribute to a strong Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) culture by following safety policies, identifying hazards, and engaging in continuous improvement. Please note: your application may not be considered if you do not provide your education and work history, either by: 1) uploading a resume, or 2) entering the information into the application fields directly. 3M Global Terms of Use and Privacy Statement Carefully read these Terms of Use before using this website. Your access to and use of this website and application for a job at 3M are conditioned on your acceptance and compliance with these terms. Please click on the following links and select the country where you are applying for employment to review the applicable Terms of Use (link here) and Privacy Policy (link here) . Before submitting your application, you will be asked to confirm your agreement with the terms.