Sourcing Specialist - 2-year fixed term contract

Job Overview Wargaming is looking for an experienced Sourcing Specialist to join our Global Procurement Team, which is part of the CFO Source to Pay Team. In this role, you will be an individual contributor responsible for global sourcing activities. Your responsibilities will extend to fostering effective collaboration with both business stakeholders and vendors while actively contributing to the ongoing enhancement of procurement processes. Please note that this role may involve occasional international travel and participation in seasonal office events. If you are a dynamic professional with a passion for sourcing, we encourage you to apply and be part of our exciting journey at Wargaming. Reports to Procurement Manager What will you do? Sourcing: Lead and manage full lifecycle of global, regional, or county-specific sourcing projects Engage with business requestors/stakeholders to identify needs and consolidate demand Review and evaluate vendor proposals, compile comparison reports, and facilitate decision analysis as required Communicate directly with vendors and business requestors/stakeholders, including managing expectations, timelines, deliverables etc Lead negotiations with suppliers to secure favorable terms and conditions, including pricing, delivery schedules, and service levels, while ensuring compliance with company policies and legal requirements Analyze to come up with proactive sourcing initiatives and opportunities for cost savings/avoidance, demand consolidation, or other synergies Liaise with the Contract Management and Legal teams, to ensure terms and conditions relating to goods/services procurement reflect all details of the negotiation Guide stakeholders in the source-to-pay process, preparing supportive documents and organizing training sessions, in addition to responding to enquiries Other: Collaborate with various departments, such as Contract Management, Compliance, Finance and Treasury, to ensure alignment in procurement procedures and other business priorities Identify opportunities to increase process efficiency and effectiveness Stay updated on industry best practices and technology applications Respond and address ad hoc requests and administrative duties What are we looking for? 5+ years of experience in procurement, experience in Marketing and Professional services categories is a plus Experience with supporting the planning and execution of sourcing activities, leading negotiations and managing relationships with vendors and stakeholders, to deliver cost savings/reductions, process improvements, and effective solutions to meet business needs Strong problem-solving skills in dynamic environments Detail-oriented, proactive, and collaborative approach Excellent written and verbal communication in English to influence stakeholders and protect company interests Outstanding organizational and time management skills with an ability to work independently and to prioritize tasks Proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel); familiarity with MFiles, JIRA is a plus Work mode Hybrid (2 days of work from the office)  This role is not eligible for relocation & immigration support Contract length: 2 years fixed term Benefits Benefits and perks are tailored to the local market and culture. Our benefits in Belgrade include: Additional vacation days based on years of service at Wargaming: up to 5 days on top of the statutory minimum Additional paid time off (5 Personal Days, Birthday Leave, Marriage Leave, Compassionate Leave) Sick Leave Compensation, Maternity Leave Benefits   Premium Private Health Insurance Career development and education opportunities within the company English clubs and platform for learning languages Mental well-being program (iFeel) Commuting allowance Company events FitPass membership Discounts for employees Personal Gaming Account Coffee, fruits, and snacks in the office On-site canteen with subsidized prices for food and drinks Seniority Awards Referral program - you can recommend the best talents to the Company and receive a reward Please submit your CV in English to ensure smooth processing and review. About Wargaming  Wargaming is an award-winning online game developer and publisher headquartered in Nicosia, Cyprus. Operating since 1998, Wargaming has become one of the leaders in the gaming industry with 15 offices worldwide, including studios in Chicago, Prague, Shanghai, Tokyo, and Vilnius. Our diverse and multicultural team works together to deliver a top-class experience to millions of players who enjoy Wargaming's titles across all major gaming platforms. Our flagship products include free-to-play hits World of Tanks, World of Warships and World of Tanks Blitz. Please see http://legal.eu.wargaming.net/en/candidate-privacy-policy/ for details on how Wargaming uses your personal data. Offices: Beograd, Stari Grad, Serbia (Belgrade Office);