Big Fish Recruitment Looking for Assistant Manager – Supplier Relationship Management (KSA National) at Saudi , Jeddah Full Time

Our client is leading hospitality and service provider in KSA, and currently seeking for a Assistant Manager – Supplier Relationship (Procurement Professional).

Job Purpose:

The Supplier Relationship Assistant Manager(KSA National) supports the Supplier Relationship Manager in developing and implementing the supplier relationship strategy, managing supplier performance, and ensuring effective supplier onboarding and pre-qualification processes. They work closely with key stakeholders to align department strategies, monitor supplier performance, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. The Assistant Manager plays a vital role in maintaining strong supplier relationships, mitigating risks, and optimizing value from supplier partnerships.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Assist in developing and implementing the supplier relationship strategy, including segmenting suppliers, defining expectations, and conducting regular performance review meetings.
• Collaborate with end-users and category managers to evaluate supplier performance and provide feedback to suppliers based on their performance evaluation.
• Contribute to the development of the department strategy, aligning it with key stakeholders, and implementing control and reporting tools to ensure its successful execution.
• Prepare regular reports on supplier performance, including key performance indicators (KPIs), risk management plans, and improvement initiatives.
• Prepare monthly reports on the department’s performance and initiatives, highlighting supplier performance metrics and improvement initiatives.
• Manage and approve supplier registration and pre-qualification processes, ensuring compliance with quality, compliance, and delivery requirements.
• Validate and inspect supplier documents, such as CR, VAT registration, and compliance-related documents, to ensure their validity, correctness, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

• Conduct regular supplier risk assessments to minimize and mitigate potential risks.
• Develop and maintain supplier risk management plans, identifying and mitigating potential risks in the supply chain.
• Monitor supplier performance using data analytics, identify areas for improvement, and develop improvement plans.
• Establish service level agreements with finance, procurement, logistics, and suppliers, ensuring clarity of roles and responsibilities and effective collaboration.
• Collaborate with other departments to integrate and align supplier management processes with overall business strategy.
• Control, audit, and support logistics in managing international orders, ensuring shipment compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Monitor, improve, control, and report supplier performance using scorecards and performance metrics to drive continuous improvement
• Act as the primary point of contact for supplier onboarding and client service, ensuring a smooth and efficient onboarding process.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations related to supplier management, including anti-corruption laws, labor laws, and environmental regulations.
• Evaluate supplier blacklisting requests, assessing their merit before seeking approval for blacklisting.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, regularly communicating and addressing any issues or concerns that may arise.
• Review and reconcile supplier statements of accounts, ensuring accurate recording of payments and credits and maintaining up-to-date supplier records.
• Foster closer, more collaborative relationships with key suppliers to uncover new value and reduce risk.
• Oversee the payment process, ensuring timely submission of invoices through the supplier portal and on-time payment by the finance team.

Qualifications:
– Bachelor’s Degree
– must be a KSA National
– at least 4 years’ experience in Supplier Relationship Management, Procurement/Supply Chain