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Global Supply Manager

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GLOBAL SUPPLY CHAIN LEADER  

 

Our Client is seeking a Global Supply Chain Leader, responsible for the development and performance of World Class Supplier Networks through effective metrics management. The Global Supply Chain Leader will partner with internal Client Services to drive network utilization and customer satisfaction in support of company goals and department strategies.  For Supplier Account Management Role, directly responsible for selection and management of client directed providers.

 

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:   Perform market analysis and new supplier research.  Assist with the selection, management and alignment of Suppliers.  Recommend recognition, probation, and supplier termination when necessary.  Partner with appropriate internal resources to ensure effective start up for new suppliers.  Participate in client presentations as requested.  Respond as appropriate to all Account Management and Sales requests, including RFP's, preparation of client ready and marketing materials.  Coordination of risk and opportunity assessments for all Suppliers Develop and conduct Supplier assessments.  In conjunction with Director, work to continuously develop and maintain an overall supplier strategy.  Conduct research, analysis and development / implementation of other projects as assigned    Act as Subject Matter Expert of Supplier product within .   Develop and conduct all Supplier internal / external training and education.  Assist in contract negotiations with new and existing suppliers.  Responsible for Supplier Network performance and adherence to policies and procedures through metrics management, consultative interactions and creative problem solving.

 

Manage monthly dashboard calls with client specific suppliers in all regions, proactively coordinate issue escalation and resolution management between operations team, account management and client contacts.  Work proactively to identify areas for improvement and change.   Assist Account Management with client specific projects as requested.  Interact directly with regional client contacts to provide supplier and program updates and recommendations.

 

CRITICAL DIMENSIONS:

  • Strong interpersonal / influencing skills, relationship management
  • Leadership: people and organizational
  • Analysis, judgment and decision making
  • Planning / organizing and implementation
  • Excellent presentation skills
  • Functional knowledge and skills
  • Strategic outlook
  • Verbal and written Communication skills
  • Bias toward action and effective change manager
  • Cultural Sensitivity

 

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

  • Minimum 5 years business experience in relocation
  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
  • Prior supplier / vendor management experience preferred
  • Demonstrated success in a matrix management role is required
  • Ability / flexibility to travel
  • Demonstrated presentation skills and strong communication skills required
  • Basic financial management skills
  • Client relationship and network management skills required

 

If you have the experience and skills outlined above and are interested in this unique work arrangement, please submit your resume to us at www.signature-source.com or send a copy of your resume via email to us (Word format preferred) to contactus@signature-source.com.   

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