Conduct contract management in order to provide visibility to the company and suppliers and reduce the risk. Be responsible of / be involved in all aspects of the purchasing function – new vendor sourcing, RFQ handling, negotiations, final selection of suppliers, terms and conditions of the purchase agreement-, in accordance with the purchasing policy for delegation of authority. Manage key supplier relationships and associated SLAs. Manage vendor performance regularly. Optimize supplier performance including continuous improvement and supplier development initiative. Responsible for monitoring the cost of products and services and provide regular benchmarks. Drive and lead saving project execution. Proactively identify opportunities for cost reduction from alternative suppliers, substitutes or other techniques that bring value to the business. Focus on Preferred suppliers > 80% of the spend. Introduce new supplier accordingly. Build, follow-up and monitor the local sourcing action plans by category/ supplier / project. Implement category strategies for 80% of the spend. Support working capital and cash by working closely with Account Payables and Suppliers to improve payment terms.
Qualifications:
REQUIRED LEVEL OF EDUCATION:College Degree and above RELEVANT EXPERIENCE:Experience in logistic or related industry A minimum of 5 years' experience in the field of air and ocean Logistics . Working experience in cross-functional teams or matrix organization Demonstrate teamwork, collaboration, adaptability and initiative. Fluent in English both written and oral. Other language is a plus Communication and negotiation skills Keen sense on cost and other commercial aspects