Procurement Category Analyst

About WTW

Willis Towers Watson (NASDAQ: WTW) is a leading global advisory, broking and solutions company that helps clients around the world turn risk into a path for growth. With roots dating to 1828, Willis Towers Watson has 45,000 employees serving more than 140 countries and markets.

We design and deliver solutions that manage risk, optimize benefits, cultivate talent, and expand the power of capital to protect and strengthen institutions and individuals. Our unique perspective allows us to see the critical intersections between talent, assets and ideas — the dynamic formula that drives business performance.

Together, we unlock potential.

About the Team

Procurement is a key Finance Function reporting to Andrew Krasner, Chief Financial Officer and led by Richard Goff, Chief Procurement Officer. WTW engages with a large number of suppliers for a wide range of goods and services with the annual value of the addressable spend in excess of $1.08bn.

The Sourcing and Category Management team is led by Tony Millings and responsible for sourcing WTW’s third-party suppliers by managing the most appropriate approach and selection processes, including:

• Ensuring WTW manages clear and transparent processes; 

• De-risking supplier selection; 

• Ensuring value for money that supports our business units and corporate operations. 

These arrangements vary in complexity and risk and we pro-actively engage with business stakeholders and corporate functions to provide guidance on the most appropriate Procurement sourcing route when engaging with third party suppliers.

We lead and manage these sourcing and contracting events with teams based in United Kingdom/United states & Mumbai for new and existing suppliers.

About the Role

The Procurement Category Analyst will support the Telecom category by partnering with global stakeholders (UK/US) to drive efficient sourcing, supplier management, and category planning. The role focuses on ensuring cost optimization, risk management, and smooth procurement operations while delivering high-quality service to internal business teams.
The individual will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to manage supplier relationships, support sourcing activities, track contract renewals, and provide reporting insights, ensuring alignment with WTW’s global procurement strategy. 

Competencies 

• Action Oriented 

• Approachability

• People management

• Comfort Around Higher Management

• Conflict Management

• Timely Decision Making

• Ethics and Values

• Problem-solving/Analytical skills

• Presentation Skills

• Priority Setting

• Planning & Prioritizing

• Written Communications

Graduate in any discipline

Skills and Knowledge:

• Use of clear business English to enable effective direct communication (Verbal/Written) with stakeholders.

• Adapt to change and learn new processes and systems

• Achieve results through a clear understanding of effective business communications route and approach.

• Effective in getting positive responses in relevant negotiations with stakeholders, suppliers, peers and seniors on taking key business decisions.

• Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail.

• Ability to multitask and work under pressure to meet deadlines.

• Proficiency of MS Office Applications

• Problem-solving mindset and ability to think analytically.

   

   

The Application Process

• Stage 1: Online application and recruiter review
• Stage 2: Pre-recorded video interview
• Stage 3: Live video or in person interview with hiring manager and team
• Stage 4: Offer and onboarding

We’re committed to equal employment opportunity and provide application, interview and workplace adjustments and accommodations to all applicants. If you foresee any barriers, from the application process through to joining WTW, please e-mail candidatehelpdesk@wtwco.com