Associate - Category Sourcing Platform Enablement.Global Sourcing
MTN Dubai Limited
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Posted on 29 Sep
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Job Description
Roles & Responsibilities
Job Outcomes / Results
Achieve category squad outcomes
Consolidate and prepare the sourcing calendar
Generate effective cost savings through supplier negotiations
Develop RFx, tender and bid templates
Translate business requirements to RFx scope documents
Evaluate RFx responses
Ensure compliance of the selection process
Project Manage the RFx process as per defined timelines
Improve service delivery and TAT
Achieve sustainable procurement targets
Provide faster and efficient stakeholder support
Effective query / conflict management
Key Activities & Responsibilities
Support the development of the MTN Category Sourcing framework and practices in guidance with CoE & POD Global Leads
Collaborate with the Demand Planning team and provide input into the forecasting, planning and development of the demand plan for the respective category
Provide assistance to the Principal strategic category with inputs on best market practices through market research on areas such as supply market structure and dynamics, leading category strategies, pricing structures, opportunities and threats.
Manage the end-to-end preparation and execution of RfX within boundaries and targets set by Principal strategic category (goods / services package, RfX type and approach, MTN requirements, list of suppliers, alternatives to negotiated agreement)
Assist in negotiation & determination of optimal suppliers to award the respective contracts basis the defined boundaries and targets set for the RFX in alignment with strategic category principal.
Ensure effective cost management through challenging supplier pricing where appropriate and improve on system costs
Drive the preparation of SOW and Business Requirements in guidance with the respective Principal Strategic Category and other relevant business stakeholders for any approved Initiatives. Follow-up with business stakeholders to revise / edit the SoW in case of discrepancies
For the respective RFx ensure completeness of documentation, scores of shortlisted suppliers, compliance with DoA with respect to scoring and changes / amendments if any are made in accordance with the policy / procedures
Liaise with associate supplier performance & contract management and provide the RFx evaluation results for initiating contract formulation. Further as a SPOC with the selected vendor support in sourcing the relevant documents and clarifications
While working in sprints , support Principal strategic category on strategy development (e.g., strategic goals, strategic options, implementation plan) & development of standard SSH SCM documents and reports.
As a part of sprint planning, oversee identification of appropriate actions to be undertaken for RFx preparation and release and break them down into outcomes to be achieved
As a part of sprint review, liaison with other SCM / EAM / Finance counterparts for demand planning, related inputs and guidance in coordination with demand planning team
Attend daily stand-ups and provide recommendations for removing the bottlenecks identified during the category sourcing process
Identify improvement opportunities for the RFx process and optimize the approval process
Prepare periodic reports on category savings and report to the relevant stakeholders
Generate ad-hoc reports as requested by the Principal Strategic Category with respect to vendor base, market prices, etc.
Interact with Chapter members, sharing expertise and deep knowledge to support achievement of squad outcomes and upskilling
Desired Candidate Profile
Education:
Bachelor s degree in Supply Chain Management/ or equivalent degree
Post graduate degree in Supply Chain Management and /or equivalent professional qualification (Preferred)
Experience:
3-5 years relevant working experience
2-3 years experience in either as a purchasing officer/ purchasing agent/category buyer and/or similar procurement related role
Experience in building sourcing calendars and vendor sourcing practices (researching, evaluating and liaising with vendors)
Proper understanding of the Platform enablement vendors and pricing strategies prevalent in the market.
Understanding of emerging telecom/ supply chain practices and trends
Experience working in a medium to large organization, managing category sourcing
Experience in SAP, ARIBA, or a major ERP System(s) (Preferably Oracle)
Industry / Certifications (Advantageous):
Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)
Professional Scrum Master (PSM) certification
Department / Functional Area
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