- Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with suppliers.
- Identify, evaluate, and develop potential suppliers.
- Conduct supplier performance reviews and manage contracts.
- Develop and implement sourcing strategies aligned with company goals.
- Analyze market trends to identify savings and efficiency opportunities.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand requirements and define sourcing approaches.
- Negotiate commercial terms and pricing to secure favorable supplier agreements.
- Ensure timely and accurate implementation of pricing and sourcing decisions.
- Monitor inventory trends and coordinate with planning/logistics teams to ensure supply continuity.
- Lead cost reduction initiatives and track savings performance.
- Identify supply chain risks and propose mitigation strategies.
- Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory standards.
- Analyze sourcing and pricing data to support decision-making and reporting.
- Prepare regular updates on sourcing activities, supplier performance, and achieve results.
Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field or equivalent education or experience.
• 3-5 years of proven experience in sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management.
Key Skills:
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and sourcing tools.
• Organized, with strong project and time management skills.
• Ability to collaborate across functions and manage multiple priorities.
• High attention to detail and process accuracy.
• Resilient, with a proactive mindset.
• Strong ethics and professional integrity.
• Strategic thinking with a focus on continuous improvement.