Supply Chain Manager (Telecom)

Key Responsibilities: Manage overall direction, coordination and evaluation of procurement for the facility.Implement Procurement strategies to maintain security of supply and optimum value for money.Perform all procurement and contracting activities including pre-qualification, tender management, negotiation and preparation of contracts.Set policy and guidelines for delivering a commercial and cost-effective procuring process for the business.Develop key relationships with business stakeholders and strategic supply partners to improve business.Implement change and develop new processes to better procure goods and services.Negotiate contracts with suppliers to obtain the best price and service.Identify cost reduction opportunities to achieve financial goals.Analyze market and delivery trends to develop procurement technologies and processes that support those trends.Identify areas for improvement to continually drive performance and business results.Conduct business review meetings with key stakeholders to assess risk, review future strategies, and identify potential cost-down and improvement opportunities.Review current processes for procurement and make recommendations where appropriate.Provide periodic reporting for management on purchasing, controls, and processes.Negotiate with subcontractors for the provision of additional manpower needed in ongoing projects to meet the project timelines of the client.Secure the services of subcontractors to supplement the manpower requirement at the project site, if necessary.Ensure that the Inventory Control System (ICS) is up to date and can readily generate accurate inventory levels and reliable data.Analyze fast-moving and slow-moving items, and adjust purchasing habits according to apparent trends.
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