Automation jobs in India

Location- GurgaonExternal Interfaces Internal Interfaces

* Contractor(s) - BPO Partners - Global CoE Data & Analytics team

* Vendors - Digital tools (SAP Ariba, Coupa, etc.)

* Vendors - Supplier Relation Management (SRM)

* Global Procurement GNFR

* Finance, accounting and Legal

* GNFR Stakeholders

* Global CoE - Data & AnalyticsJob Requirements Education

* Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.

* MBA or relevant Master's degree preferred.Relevant Experience

* 10+ years of total experience in procurement, with a strong focus on process optimization, tools implementation, and transformation.

* Proven success in leading or supporting largescale S2P initiatives.

* Experience with procurement platforms such as SAP Ariba, Coupa, Oracle, and ERP systems like SAP.Behavioural Skills

* Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

* Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

* Proactive, organized, and adaptable in a fastpaced, global environment.

* Willingness to work flexible hours to collaborate across time zones.

* Strong project management mindset.Knowledge

* Strong understanding of end-to-end procurement processes, with a focus on Sourceto-Pay (S2P) transformation.

* Hands-on knowledge of procurement platforms such as SAP Ariba, Coupa, or other similar tools (e.g., Oracle, Ivalua).

* Experience in integrating procurement systems with ERP platforms such as SAP or Oracle * Familiarity with contract lifecycle management (CLM), supplier management, e-sourcing, and invoice automation.

* Working knowledge of data governance, compliance frameworks, and internal controls in a procurement context.

* Proficiency in Power BI or other business intelligence tools (e.g., Tableau, Qlik, Spotfire) for creating dashboards and data-driven insights.

* Strong command of Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, advanced formulas, data modeling) and PowerPoint for executive reporting.

* Basic understanding of cloud platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS, or GCP) for analytics is a plus. Roles & Responsibilities Analytics (Data & Insights)

* Drive implementation, optimization, and adoption of procurement platforms such as SAP Ariba, Coupa, Oracle (including CLM, e-Sourcing, and invoice automation).

* Collaborate with IT and cross-functional teams for seamless ERP integration.

* Monitor tool adoption and identify opportunities for automation and enhancement. Operational Excellence

* Lead and execute end-to-end procurement transformation initiatives, spanning S2P and P2P workstreams.

* Design and deliver standardized, automated, and scalable procurement processes aligned with global strategy.

* Define and implement procurement transformation roadmaps and process excellence frameworks.Stakeholder Management

* Engage and align with global stakeholders including Procurement, Finance, Legal, IT, and Business Units.

* Act as a change agent for procurement transformation, building awareness and ownership among stakeholders.

* Define KPIs and provide actionable insights to leadership through dashboards and reports.Provide regular updates to stakeholders to simplify and clarify complex concepts, and communicate the output of work to businessData Governance & Quality Assurance

* Use data-driven analysis to identify trends, optimize procurement spend, and enable strategic sourcing.

* Build interactive dashboards (preferably in PowerBI) and ensure high data integrity and governance

Job Responsibilities:
Design, implement, and maintain robust and scalable CI/CD pipelines.
* Implement and maintain infrastructure as code (IaC) for CI/CD environments.
* Automate build, test, and deployment processes using industry-standard tools and best practices.
* Develop and maintain pipeline scripts for Jenkins using Groovy and Java.
* Maintain and develop tools used in the development infrastructure.
* Evaluate software updates and ensure version changes do not impact existing functionality.
* Consulting of application developers on the usage of the development environment and to troubleshoot and resolve issues related to CI/CD pipelines.
* Collaborate with development, QA, and operations teams to ensure smooth and efficient software releases.
* Monitor and optimize pipeline performance and reliability.
* Develop and maintain scripts and tools for automation tasks.
* Research and evaluate new CI/CD technologies and tools.
* Contribute to the improvement of our DevOps practices and processes.
* Document CI/CD processes and configurations.
* Ensure security best practices are implemented throughout the CI/CD pipeline.
SKILLS REQUIRED
* Strong know-how in Jenkins with experience in Groovy and Java.
* In-depth understanding of DevSecOps.
* Extensive hands-on experience in using git.
* Gitlab, Jenkins, Artifactory, SonarQube and Pact are your favourite friends.
* You know Docker, Podman and Kubernetes, preferably in conjunction with AWS.
* You are familiar with bash scripting and have a basic knowledge of HTTP.
* Independent and proactive way of working.
* Service-oriented and responsible - your contributions to the system can have very big impact.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design and Develop Applications: Build robust and scalable software solutions that align with business, security, and compliance requirements.
• Transform Legacy Systems: Understand legacy applications while leading their migration to modern cloud platforms.
• Implement Clean Architecture & DDD: Design and develop software adhering to best practices, ensuring scalability and maintainability.
• Collaborate with Teams: Work closely with the Requirements Engineer, Experts, and other stakeholders to translate technical specifications into working software solutions.
• Develop with Quality in Mind: Apply test-driven development (TDD) and integrate testing seamlessly into the development process.
• Support Integration & Maintenance: Contribute to integration, testing, deployment, and maintenance by correcting errors and adding enhancements.
• Drive Continuous Integration & Deployment (CI/CD): Continuously integrate and deploy applications to ensure streamlined development and delivery.
• Innovate Software Engineering Methods: Research, develop, and implement new software engineering techniques to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Refine Development Processes: Establish and improve processes, standards, and guidelines for software development to ensure high-quality outputs.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Technical:

• Programming Languages: Java 8 & 11, Java 17, Spring Boot.
• Cloud Platforms: Experience migrating applications to AWS.
• Containerization: Experience with Docker.
• Strong experience with Maven.
• Architectural Principles: Proficiency in Clean Architecture and Domain-Driven Design (DDD).
• Development Practices: Test-Driven Development (TDD), Continuous Integration (CI), and Continuous Deployment (CD).
• Problem-Solving Skills: Strong debugging, troubleshooting, and performance optimization abilities.

Personal:

• Experience: 7+ years in technology, particularly in trending technologies.
• Software Development: At least 7 years of experience in design and development, with experience in large multinational organizations preferred.
• Communication: Excellent collaboration, communication, and analytical skills.
• Proactive: A focus on cost reduction, automation, and process efficiency improvements.
• Team Player: Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Motivation & Energy: High-energy individual, capable of motivating teams and fostering collaboration.

Role Summary The Zone Network and Security Project Manager will be responsible for the co-ordination of designing, implementing, and maintaining secure IT infrastructure solutions. The role's main responsibility is to ensure the organization's IT systems remain resilient, compliant, and aligned with business objectives. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in network engineering and cybersecurity coupled with hands-on experience in project management and cross-functional collaboration. Experience with retail and cloud infrastructure a plus.Key Responsibilities

Project Management

• Lead network and system migration projects.
• Collaborate with suppliers and stakeholders, including Retail IT, to design and test IT infrastructure solutions.
• Ensure timely delivery and successful execution of IT and security projects.

Network Engineering and Security

• Advise and co-ordinate the design, configuration, and management of company network security infrastructure (e.g., Meraki, Fortinet, Zscaler).
• Lead the implementation and maintenance of secure WAN solutions (ADSL, MPLS, SD-WAN).
• Develop and enforce security compliance measures, including IPSec VPN management.
• Support global connectivity solutions, such as Meraki, Cloudi-fi, and Zscaler.
• Design, implement, and manage Zscaler Private Access (ZPA) solutions for secure remote access to internal applications across our 3500 retail stores in the Zone.
• Configure and optimize Zscaler Secure Internet Access (ZIA) policies for web security, threat prevention, and data loss prevention for our 3500 retail stores in the Zone.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Zscaler ZPA and ZIA deployments, ensuring optimal performance and security.

Cloud Infrastructure and Automation

• Working knowledge of cloud-based systems in Azure and AliCloud, including AAD server migrations.

Cybersecurity and Compliance

• Implement and support data loss prevention (DLP) tools such as CrowdStrike.
• Lead cybersecurity IT training where needed.

IT Systems Administration

• Monitor and maintain system performance using tools like ThousandEyes.
• Strong analytical skills and high proficiency in using PowerBI and Excel.

Collaboration and Support

• Manage access controls using SharePoint.
• Provide project workflow customization and ServiceNOW and Confluence knowledge base access management.
• Support cross-functional teams with IT tools, meeting room setups, and collaboration platforms (Teams, SharePoint, ServiceNOW, Confluence).

Qualifications and Skills

Technical Certifications (bonus but not required)

• CCNP (Cisco Certified Network Professional).
• PMP (Project Management Professional).
• Zscaler Certifications (e.g., Zscaler Certified Administrator, Zscaler Certified Professional) are a significant plus.

Technical Expertise

• Proficient in network technologies: Cisco Meraki, Palo Alto Firewalls.
• Strong skills in cloud technologies: Azure, AliCloud.
• Advanced knowledge of cybersecurity tools: CrowdStrike, CyberArk.
• Extensive hands-on experience with Zscaler, specifically Zscaler Private Access (ZPA) and Zscaler Secure Internet Access (ZIA) modules.

Preferred Experience

• 5+ years of experience in network engineering and cybersecurity roles.
• Proven track record in IT infrastructure management and cloud migration projects.

Demonstrated experience in deploying, configuring, and maintaining Zscaler Private Access (ZPA) and Zscaler Secure Internet Access (ZIA) in an enterprise environment, particularly within a large-scale retail contextLocation- Hyderabad

Mode- Hybrid, 3 Days WFO