Manager - SCM Supplier Management

Responsibilities:

• Lead a team of resources and be responsible in establishing and managing the approved suppliers listing for the Company.
• Reviews and approves the request for supplier registration and the evaluation process.
• Leads the development of new supply sources through working interactions with existing and future suppliers.
• Responsible for efficient utilization of third-party Supplier Management modules and implement process improvements as and when necessary.
• Conduct supplier performance evaluations periodically and manage corrective actions if needed with the support of other functions.
• Ensure the systems and tools being used by SCM like SAP, Bassnet, SMART GEP, etc. are aligned with the procedures and implement enhancements as needed.
• Establish, Review and maintain all the procedures and processes required for efficient functioning of the supply chain. Propose and implement process improvement plans in line with the Company’s policy.
• Coordination with internal functions and external partners to maintain and implement process improvements In SAP related to Supply Chain.
• Generate review and publish weekly monthly and yearly reports / presentations for better understanding of the performance of the supply chain and for process improvement.
• Coordinate within supply chain to understand inefficiencies & process improvement requirements and implement corrective measures.
• Be responsible for liaising with Internal and External auditors by providing details / data as required, coordination between auditee and auditors.
• Identify the corrective actions required, work with the stakeholders and close Audit findings if any.
• Identify supply chain risks and opportunities, maintain, and publish the risks and opportunities register for supply chain.
• Liaise with other internal functions to establish and publish the required contractual and the terms and condition templates to be utilized by the supply chain team.
• Manage indirect sourcing for corporate purchases.
• Any other duties/ad-hoc duties as assigned by superior.

Educational Qualifications/ Professional Certificates:

• Relevant degree/professional course in Engineering, Science or Business / Supply Chain Management.

Experience:

• Minimum of 8-10 years’ experience in supply chain and procurement management in the upstream oil and gas industry.

Technical Competencies:

• Ability to manage multiple assignments, taking ownership of assigned work and developing strategic solutions and recommendations.
• Good awareness with respect to identifying & sourcing from leading regional & international suppliers & subcontractors.
• Proven experience of working within a large Supply Chain department, preferably utilizing SAP, Bassnet, SMART GEP etc.
• Ability to influence without direct authority and work through a matrix organization where the procurement managers have direct functional responsibility to the line.
• Strong analytical skills and cost control management experience of all aspects of procurement, logistics operations, production, materials supply, and inventory are required.