Lead, Supplier Relationship Management

TAQA Distribution; Abu Dhabi; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy supplier in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced professional to build and maintain relationships with suppliers. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in supply chain management, with over 6 years of relevant experience. This role involves fostering collaboration, resolving conflicts, and managing reporting to enhance operational efficiency and innovation.

Qualifications

• 6 years of relevant experience in supplier management or supply chain.
• Strong understanding of operational efficiency and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and systems.
• Manage preparation of management reports for senior management.
• Foster collaborative relationships by understanding supplier needs.

Skills

Supplier relationship management

Negotiation skills

Collaboration

Conflict resolution

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or Business Administration

Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management or Business Administration

Job description

Job summary:

To build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers. Foster collaboration, resolve conflicts, and drive joint initiatives, contribute to the organization's success in achieving strategic objectives, enhancing operational efficiency, and fostering innovation through supplier partnerships.

General Responsibilities:

• Policy, Procedures, Process and Systems
• Ensure the compliance of organization’s policy, systems, processes, procedures, and controls in line with group delegation of authority policy so that all relevant procedural/legislative requirements are fulfilled while delivering a quality, cost-effective service in a consistent manner.
• Reporting
• Ensure that all reports are completed timely and comply with the business policies and standards.
• Manage the preparation of periodical management reports and progress reports to keep the business senior management informed about the progress of various initiatives and to facilitate decision-making.
• Comply with organization’s requirements in a timely manner.

Job Specific Responsibilities:

• Foster collaborative relationships with key suppliers, establishing open lines of communication and building trust.
• Proactively engage with suppliers to understand their needs, challenges, and strategic objectives, aligning them with the organization's goals.
• Act as the primary point of contact for supplier-related matters, ensuring timely and effective communication.
• Proactively identify and address conflicts or issues that arise in the supplier relationship, working towards timely and satisfactory resolutions.
• Facilitate constructive dialogue and negotiation between the organization and suppliers to find mutually beneficial solutions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address any operational or contractual issues that may impact the supplier relationship.
• Organize and facilitate supplier engagement activities, such as workshops, joint improvement initiatives, and innovation sessions.
• Encourage collaboration and knowledge sharing between the organization and suppliers to drive continuous improvement and innovation.
• Actively seek opportunities for joint projects and initiatives that enhance operational efficiency, quality, and innovation.
• Lead and initiate regular joint business reviews with suppliers, sharing performance data and insights.
• Assess suppliers' capabilities and identify opportunities for skill and capacity development.
• Facilitate training programs and resource sharing initiatives to enhance suppliers' capabilities and performance.

HSE, Security, and Risk Protocols:

The Employee shall adhere to all the HSE, Security and Risk Management Rules & Procedures communicated by the company, including:

• Taking reasonable care of their own health, safety, and security.
• Taking reasonable care of the health, safety and security of persons that may be affected by their acts or omissions at work.
• Co-operate with their employer with respect to any instruction and/or actions taken by the employer to protect the employee and/ or comply with HSE and security requirements.
• Report to their immediate line manager any situation which they have reason to believe could present a risk, hazard, or issue to an individual or the company and which they cannot correct themselves.
• Report all HSE and security incidents and work-related injuries.
• Not intentionally or recklessly interfere with or misuse anything provided at the workplace that supports the interest of HSE, security and welfare.

Essential Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or equivalent
• 6 years of relevant working experience

Desired Requirements

• Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or equivalent