Skill required: Sourcing - Sourcing

Designation: Delivery Operations Associate Manager

Qualifications:Any Graduation

Years of Experience:10 to 14 years

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What would you do What are the key objectives and expectations from this role The Global Sourcing Manager is responsible for the execution of the global category Sourcing to Contract strategy, specifically:

Source to contract (sourcing plan, tender, negotiate and contract)
Spend and compliance reporting
Commercial risk management
Contract Management
Supplier Relationship Management
Peer group or market network build What is the direct impact of this role on the team or organization Delivering the sourcing strategy as part of the category strategy and ensuring delivery of defined key business targets and supporting key escalations of the business through a defined supplier management programme What are we looking for
Define Global Sourcing strategies for the category to achieve the business objectives for the next 1 – 2 yrs
Execute sourcing plans in line with global standards and policies
Lead global and geographic contract negotiations effectively to deliver robust terms and conditions that manages BAT's service delivery and commercial risk that represent value for money
Build strong supplier base relationships and manage negotiation and supplier selection within the framework of the category strategies and sourcing strategies
Lead global and geographic supplier management and drive geographic continuous improvement initiatives with suppliers in coordination with business functions
Monitor contractual performance in accordance with agreed SLAs to identity and resolve issues, escalating as appropriate
Ability to understand and communicate the individual category strategy to internal stakeholders
Business Continuity plan execution and pro-active risk management Roles and Responsibilities: EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE ESSENTIAL Experience Required
Detailed knowledge of supply market, supplier capabilities and competitor activity, and expected trends at a geographic / global level
In-depth category knowledge and proven capability of applying supplier management techniques to deliver added value benefits in addition to contracted benefits
Expertise in successful development of complex, multi-country contracts and agreements
Detailed understanding of financial evaluation and interpretation of supplier's records and their key cost and business drivers
Full understanding of the category total cost model, cost drivers and all factors needed to ensure a robust agreement for BAT (including specification and testing requirements)
Understanding of the processes, timelines and constraints for the development and delivery of new products.
Experience in managing complex global and area projects and programs to improve performance and deliver service
Sound knowledge of corporate regulations and legislation to ensure the creation of effective group contract.
Experience in managing large scale, cross-country projects and programs to improve performance and deliver service Technical / Functional / Leadership Skills Required
Knowledge of the Category including the external marketplace, key drivers and levers, supply base and balance of power, supplier capabilities and trends
Strong Stakeholder Management skillset
Expertise in negotiation skills and influencing skills: able to influence business partners and suppliers as well as the ability to be assertive if required to ensure compliance to contract
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Strong digital analytical and numerical ability
Ability to develop and maintain effective partnerships working across geographic boundaries and functions
A focus on service delivery and savings
Preferably IWS / Lean Manufacturing experience Education / Qualifications / Certifications Required
Educated to degree level or equivalent in a relevant area
CIPS Corporate Diploma in Purchasing and/or membership of The Chartered Institute for Purchasing and Supply or equivalent country qualification or membership would be an advantage
Please note that this role may require you to work in rotational shifts