Supply Chain Manager

Position Scope

Our Client, in the Commercial Cleaning and Facilities Management space is looking for a Supply Chain Manager whose responsibility will involve overseeing all purchasing and logistics activities so as to ensure that purchased items are both cost-efficient and of high quality and delivered on time. Ie. Coordinating procurement activities, maintaining positive supplier relations,evaluating supply options, approving purchases, maintaining accurate records etc.

Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Define and implement the procurement policy according to the group strategy.
• To coordinate the procurement & supply chain management function of the company that there is significant savings in the direct material cost.
• Maintain a complete and updated database and to manage identification, negotiation and selection of vendors/suppliers.
• Manage the relationships with the suppliers, negotiate and establish the contracts with the suppliers.
• Manage and follow up the approved vendor portfolio. Leverage the volumes and keep a unified interface towards suppliers.
• Provide budgetary information/KPI’s to all business units to ensure understanding and client quotations accurately reflect operational costs.
• Define procurement objectives and oversee quality control throughout its life cycle. Secure full ownership of the material and services in all the subsidiaries including project stations in managing stocks control.
• Plan, execute, and finalize procurement projects in accordance with deadlines and within budget, acquiring resources and coordinating the efforts of team members and internal staff.
• Provide effective leadership to the supply chain team and manage the team in the various roles so as to achieve cohesion and clarity which helps them fulfill the departmental mission.
• Coordinate with the team the setting of specifications and the evaluation of the suppliers and departments in order to deliver according to plan.

Requirements

Requirements:

• A Degree in purchasing & supplies management or a related field from a recognized institution
• A Master’s degree in procurement & logistics or MBA in strategic management from a recognized institution and/or  Professional certification in supply chain (preferably CPIS) will be an added advantage
• Minimum 8 years relevant experience in a recognized institution and 5 years in a similar position.
• Inventory Management Skills,
• Knowledge of an ERP System for purposes of Inventory Management
• Track record of achievements in previous engagements
• Excellent communication and reporting skills.

Skills

Procurement, Supply Chain, Inventory management,