Supplier Relationship Manager

Print Outsource International; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent supply chain management company in South Africa is seeking a Regional Supplier's Relationship Manager to oversee the supplier lifecycle, ensuring quality standards and compliance are met. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical and problem-solving skills and a minimum of 5-10 years’ experience in a similar role. This position includes strategic planning and stakeholder engagement responsibilities. A relevant tertiary qualification in supply chain management is required.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 is a minimum requirement.
• Tertiary qualifications related to procurement or supply chain management are necessary.
• 5-10 years of experience in a supply chain or procurement role is essential.
• Related qualification in supply chain management.

Responsibilities

• Manage supplier lifecycle from sourcing to performance monitoring.
• Ensure suppliers meet quality standards and customer needs.
• Drive strategic supplier engagement and risk mitigation.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

Leadership

Divisional Operations Management

Education

Grade 12

Tertiary Qualification NQF 7-9 in related field

Tertiary Qualification in supply chain management

Job description

1. JOB TITLE:

Regional Supplier's Relationship Manager.

2. MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

• Regional Supplier Relationship and QC is a critical role, responsible for overseeing the entire supplier lifecycle, from sourcing and onboarding to performance monitoring and continuous improvement. You will ensure that our suppliers meet our stringent quality standards and deliver products and services that meet our customers' needs. This includes onsite supply chain company verification. Will have people and budgetary management responsibility.
• The purpose of this role is to ensure best practices concerning Supplier identification, selection, quality compliance, and business standard compliance. Review of Suppliers in markets to mitigate possible risk.
• Build and maintain the relationships between Point and the supplier.

3. DESCRIPTION OF FIELD OF DUTY (KPI's):

• Strategic Planning
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• In-depth knowledge of relevant procurement regulations and industry best practices.
• Divisional Operations Management.
• Stakeholder engagement.
• Leadership.

4. QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 12
• Tertiary Qualification in a related field (NQF 7-9)
• Tertiary Qualification in a related field of supply chain management

5. WORK EXPERIENCE:

5-10 years’ experience in a similar role