Job Description

Tactical Sourcing
Bangsar South, KL Malaysia

About the role

A new opportunity for a skilled Tactical Sourcing has opened up. The Role Holder be accountable for the delivery of stakeholder\xe2\x80\x99s requirement for Indirect categories like Facilities, Marketing, IT, Learning and Development etc. You will also be responsible for the collection of quotes, negotiation, and finalisation of suppliers. Use of various procurement tools and technique for effective purchasing management. You will also be supporting the alignment of the Category Strategies with key stakeholders and successful implementation of key Category initiatives (Cost, Risk, Quality).

Responsibilities

Responsible to do supply market analysis, develop category plan, spend analysis etc. for various requirements

Accountable for ensuring timely delivery of goods and services by supplier.

Maintain ongoing assessment of sourcing risks and proposed alternatives

Monitor supplier performance and resolve issues and concerns

Responsible for monitoring compliance and adherence to Smith & Nephew Procurement policies and procedures.

Responsible for ensuring internal issues within categories are addressed and resolved in a timely manner

Contribute to implement indirect sourcing strategies, rules, processes, and projects in relationship with relevant category, including selecting qualified supplier, conducting routine management, controlling cost, gaining business acceptance and implementation, etc.

Minimum requirements

Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree required at a minimum, in fields such as business administration, finance or related.

Min 5 years of experience working in procurement domain with (3+ years of experience in a sourcing and contracting environment)

Able to operate effectively in a team setting as a facilitator and team member

Display strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written

Possesses superior telephone etiquette. The ability to deal with customers in a customer service-oriented fashion corporate environment.

Ability to communicate in English is a MUST with additional preferred of Malay and Mandarin due to the market that we will be serving.

Preferred requirements

Has the ability to work independently and with little Supervision.

Able to prioritize projects to meet deadlines as well as handle multiple projects simultaneously

Exhibits strong analytical, organizational, and time management skills coupled with the ability to communicate effectively, both written and oral, with external suppliers, and internal employees

Commitment to the role & organization, never say NO attitude

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