Supplier Relationship Manager

Supplier Relationship Manager page is loaded Supplier Relationship Manager Apply remote type Hybrid locations Johannesburg time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id R-15965727 Empowering Africa's tomorrow, together…one story at a time. With over 100 years of rich history and strongly positioned as a local bank with regional and international expertise, a career with our family offers the opportunity to be part of this exciting growth journey, to reset our future and shape our destiny as a proudly African group.
Job Summary
The purpose of the role is to ensure that all activities and duties are carried out in full compliance with Regulatory requirements, Enterprise Risk Management Framework (ERMF) and internal Group Procurement Policies (GPP) and Standards.
Understand and manage risks and risk events (incidents) relevant to the Role.Job Description Accountability: Commercial Delivery Deliver the 3rd Party Supply chain, for a defined portfolio of business processes that supports the delivery of the agreed products & services, together with any future strategies or developments as determined by the contracted agreement.Work with suppliers to develop strategies in order to deliver quantifiable benefits to the businessAct as an interface for the suppliers/performance partners in order to provide services to the BankAssist Management to deliver alignment between business and category objectives and strategy for the specific supplierAssist with the delivery of targeted benefits to cover cost reduction, cost avoidance, quality, service, innovation and revenue generation financial deliverables as agreed & must contribute to growth of absolute profit and strategy for the specific supplierDeliver compliance to the Group Procurement and External Supplier Management StandardProcess data accurately for commodity/supplier and ensure compliance with Records Management implemented processesReview business drivers and translate into value adding Procurement strategies in order to meet stakeholder requirementsObtain stakeholder sign-off to all agreed Sourcing and Supplier Management benefits negotiatedUndertake supplier and product rationalization reviews with the business, develop appropriate strategies and gain stakeholder approval/budget allocationObtain and cascade relevant information and analytics to conduct reviews that drives business improvementEnsure that supplier contracts drive performance against quantified business needs and continuous improvement through the creation of services schedules and assist in negotiating where applicableEnsure that supplier contracts comply with applicable regulatory requirements by reviewing on an annual basis in conjunction with Business area and Absa LegalReview supply market and supplier research and deliver potential cross functional strategies that are innovative to the supplierDrive supplier and product/service rationalization initiatives and ensure that specifications/functionality are fit for purposeSchedule and participate in formal Supplier Relationship Management Reviews across all business needs including cost management, development, technology road-mapping, productivity etc.Design and implement supply base capability communications via internet, binder or supplier road shows.Submit weekly status updates on all projects/suppliers within categoryFacilitate contract administration process for all suppliers within category and ensure that the central repositories hold the latest contracts and Change Control Notes (CCNs)Instruct suppliers to adhere to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Business Continuity Management (BCM) requirementsManage supply dependencies and interactions effectively up to senior level throughout the sourcing life cycle, internally with clients, colleagues and external SuppliersEnsure the effective Handover of commercial arrangements into live operation post contract awardEnsure appropriate engagement of internal legal resource and control their input to meet business and sourcing requirementsEnsure Contracts within own Category are renewed on timeAccountability: Stakeholder Management Develop stakeholder relationships using effective communication plans and forumsCreate supplier/business forums to promote proposals regarding innovation, cost saving ideas, product or service and process improvement opportunitiesMeets with Stakeholder business executives to discuss impact of supply chain strategic development on overall business and to develop forward-thinking supply chain strategiesInfluences the industry or marketplace for complex categories; engages with market leadersPartners with suppliers in forward- thinking strategic development and relationship building.Accountability: Compliance Ensure compliance to Policy and Contract is maintained for Suppliers within own CategoryIngest daily SRM Activities from conception to final productEnsure compliance with internal policies and procedures e.g. GPP, ERMF, Sanctions, HR Policies, Gift Registers, Code of Conduct etc. by keeping abreast of new developments and developing, implementing and monitoring appropriate control measuresLiaise with internal and external compliance functions, e.g. Internal Audit, Group Compliance in order to stay up to date with developments in the Risk environmentManage risk by ensuring that financial policies and procedures, regulatory and statutory requirements are being complied withEducation B degree or equivalent Diploma in Supplier Chain ManagementStudying towards MCIPS qualification- NQF Level 7 Honours Degree in Purchasing and Supply Chain ManagementKnowledge & Skills Three (3) Years of Procurement and Supply Chain StrategyThree (3) years Supplier and Contract Management preferredThree (3) years Strategic sourcing and commodity management PreferredBusiness Process re-engineeringDrafting of Contracts, VAs, CCNs, FOOs and Legal lettersExcellent understanding of global procurement processes, industry, and highly complex suppliers.Advanced analytical skillsAdvanced business application skills (e.g., Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint) and supply chain modeling skillsDrives development and efficiency of procurement tools and applicationsStrategic Planning and ImplementationBusiness AcumenFacilitation of Workshops and MeetingsTeam PlayerSLA/Performance ManagementAdvanced communication skills, including presentation and negotiation abilitiesDetail oriented in all operationsAble to meet deadlines and communicate delaysA proactive thinker anticipating needs of all departments and SuppliersAble to identify and solver problems quickly and efficientlyAble to juggle and prioritize multiple tasks and projects on a daily basisComfortable working independently but also take direction as wellAbility to independently draft legal contractual documentsAdvanced team leadership and influencing skills4.3 Competencies Planning and OrganizingCoping with pressure and setbacksWorking with People and TeamsAdhering to principles and valuesAdapting and responding to changeFollowing instructions and procedures Education
Bachelor`s Degrees and Advanced Diplomas: Business, Commerce and Management Studies (Required)Absa Bank Limited is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. In compliance with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile and add to the diversity of the Bank. Absa Bank Limited reserves the right not to make an appointment to the post as advertised About UsTruly AfricanWe are a diversified standalone African financial services group, delivering an integrated set of products and services across personal and business banking, corporate and investment banking, wealth, investment management and insurance.
Absa Group Limited is listed on the JSE and is one of Africa's largest diversified financial services groups with a presence in 12 countries across the continent and around 41 000 employees.
We own majority stakes in banks in Botswana, Ghana, Kenya, Mauritius, Mozambique, the Seychelles, South Africa, Tanzania (ABSA Bank in Tanzania and National Bank of Commerce), Uganda and Zambia. We also have representative offices in Namibia and Nigeria, as well as insurance operations in Botswana, Kenya, Mozambique, South Africa, Tanzania and Zambia.

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