Supplier Relationship Management Specialist- Emirati Talent

• Develop and execute a comprehensive supplier relationship management strategy aligned with the organization's business objectives and procurement goals.
• Identify key strategic suppliers and establish strategic partnerships based on mutual goals, shared values, and long-term value creation opportunities.
• Lead the negotiation and implementation of supplier agreements, contracts, and service level agreements (SLAs), ensuring alignment with business requirements and risk management policies.
• Collaborate with other functions teams, including procurement, supply chain, finance, and business units, to define supplier performance metrics, KPIs, and governance mechanisms.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and assessments of strategic suppliers, evaluating their performance against established criteria, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Proactively identify risks, opportunities, and areas for improvement in supplier relationships, and develop and implement strategies to mitigate risks and capitalize on opportunities.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for strategic suppliers, addressing issues, resolving conflicts, and fostering open and transparent communication channels.
• Lead supplier development and capability-building initiatives, working closely with suppliers to enhance their capabilities, processes, and performance.
• Establish and maintain a supplier performance management dashboard or scorecard to track supplier performance, identify trends, and communicate insights to stakeholders.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain management, procurement, or related field. (Essential)
• Professional certification (e.g., CPSM, CSCP) preferred
• 3+ years of experience in procurement, supplier management, or supply chain management roles, with a focus on strategic supplier relationship management.