Supply Chain Manager

Job Summary

The Supply Chain Manager owns and efficiently manages the demand and supply planning function of the group Procurement function for specific categories and / or Business Unit. Responsible for all the strategic sourcing and oversees all operational aspects of professional procurement of products / services meeting the specified needs of the business at most competitive commercial terms. Plays a key role in shaping the Procurement agenda with regards to Savings, Cash and Cost and Risk Management

Job Responsibilities 1

• Ensure utilizing all economies of scale and best practices for short and long term procurement.
• Lead the delivery of the savings and operating cash flow program in his / her Categories, Cluster and / or Business Unit
• Make timely decisions, balancing analysis with decisiveness
• Develop and make use of competitive insights to shape strategies that counter competitive threats.
• Effectively engage in maintaining all external networks, and continuously builds alliances that will enhance Business’ competitive advantage.
• Remove organizational barriers to delivering exceptional internal and / or external customer service.
• Practice role model behaviour aligned with the operating framework.
• Responsible to manage and optimize the financial and budgetary requirements as required.
• Identifies metrics, tools and processes to optimize sourcing, supplier activities and efficiencies.
• Evaluate the challenges faced by the business and take action to mitigate risks and develop opportunities
• Drive continuous improvement, work simplification and the elimination of non-value-added work.
• Drive operational excellence in demand and supply planning.

Job Knowledge & Skills

Job Experience

Minimum 8 year(s) working experience, 5 year(s) relevant working experience, 2 year (s) GCC is a plus

Competencies

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain / Logistics related course or Business Administration

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