Lead, Supplier Relationship Management

Job summary

General Responsibilities

• Policy, Procedures, Process and Systems
• Ensure the compliance of organization’s policy, systems, processes, procedures, and controls in line with group delegation of authority policy so that all relevant procedural/legislative requirements are fulfilled while delivering a quality, cost-effective service in a consistent manner.
• Reporting
• Ensure that all reports are completed timely and comply with the business policies and standards.
• Manage the preparation of periodical management reports and progress reports to keep the business senior management informed about the progress of various initiatives and to facilitate decision-making.
• Comply with organization’s requirements in a timely manner.

Job Specific Responsibilities

• Foster collaborative relationships with key suppliers, establishing open lines of communication and building trust.
• Proactively engage with suppliers to understand their needs, challenges, and strategic objectives, aligning them with the organization's goals.
• Act as the primary point of contact for supplier-related matters, ensuring timely and effective communication.
• Proactively identify and address conflicts or issues that arise in the supplier relationship, working towards timely and satisfactory resolutions.
• Facilitate constructive dialogue and negotiation between the organization and suppliers to find mutually beneficial solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address any operational or contractual issues that may impact the supplier relationship.
• Organize and facilitate supplier engagement activities, such as workshops, joint improvement initiatives, and innovation sessions.
• Encourage collaboration and knowledge sharing between the organization and suppliers to drive continuous improvement and innovation.
• Actively seek opportunities for joint projects and initiatives that enhance operational efficiency, quality, and innovation.
• Lead and initiate regular joint business reviews with suppliers, sharing performance data and insights.
• Assess suppliers' capabilities and identify opportunities for skill and capacity development.
• Facilitate training programs and resource sharing initiatives to enhance suppliers' capabilities and performance.

HSE, Security, and Risk Protocols

• *The Employee shall adhere to all the HSE, Security and Risk Management Rules & Procedures communicated by the company, including:*
• Taking reasonable care of their own health, safety, and security.
• Taking reasonable care of the health, safety and security of persons that may be affected by their acts or omissions at work.
• Co-operate with their employer with respect to any instruction and/or actions taken by the employer to protect the employee and/ or comply with HSE and security requirements.
• Report to their immediate line manager any situation which they have reason to believe could present a risk, hazard, or issue to an individual or the company and which they cannot correct themselves.
• Report all HSE and security incidents and work-related injuries.
• Not intentionally or recklessly interfere with or misuse anything provided at the workplace that supports the interest of HSE, security and welfare.

Essential Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or equivalent
• 6 years of relevant working experience

Desired Requirements

• Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or equivalent