Manage operationally the end-to-end Solution Supply Chain in the country, including Sourcing/Purchasing, Planning & Logistics
Dealing both IG (Intra Group) and OG (Outside Group procurement) activities
Drive the performance of Supply Chain organization for Project execution centers / Application Centers / Service Operations for the country , enabling the profitable project and service business growth
Define the Supply chain strategy in all dimensions, align with business. Select, prioritize and focus on strategic deliverables as per processes to bring better efficiency and consistency
Act as a member of the validation process of the country supply chain strategy and in charge of its deployment in his/her perimeter.
Secure Project supply chain risk assessment and mitigation with a continuous improvement approach to reduce Non-Quality Costs, and contribute to minimize their impact on customer and the business.
Contribute to the Solution business excellence by optimization of Supply Chain through the Tailored Supply Chain approach.
Provide purchased goods and services on the best available parameters of cost, time, quality, safety and sustainability, and ensure that the specific added value is recognized by the customers.
Drive innovation & digitization
Customer first attitude and ensure a strong purchasing compliance within the zone & entities. And develop domain knowledge and expertise
Scope & Environment
Within a country or Regional providing mutualized Supply Chain support to all Project execution centers / Application Centers / Service Operations
Collaboration with concerned Project offices and Business units etc.
Key responsibilities / activities
Facilitate & Working closely with Country Services Operations, Project Execution and Tendering team to create optimized purchasing proposals. Secure supplier selection and qualification on a total Cost of Ownership basis, to meet customer's needs, using best skills and technology while minimizing cost/risks and maximizing service levels.
Review/Assess risks on the upstream and downstream supply chain, contribute to mitigation plan with suppliers (IG/OG), execute the associated action plans and management the changes.
Secure T&C's with suppliers (Back to Back clauses) and ensure that a proper flow down of customer T&Cs is negotiated with the suppliers
Leverage strategic sourcing through commodity management and partnership. Perform supplier management by establishing and maintaining positive relationships with potential & existing suppliers at local, reginal and global level
Manage recurrent and non-recurrent, non-standard purchases with diverse scopes and technology, with proper processes and tools. Focus on specialization in nonstandard purchase methodology and ensure that supplies are available as per Project needs.
Ensure for both Selling and Execution phases, full compliance of Supply Chain involvement with CPP (RITE process,
gate review, etc.). If required, take part in major opportunities/projects gate reviews.
Create effective logistics flow design at Selling stage and ensure that planning and scheduling is optimized in line with
the Project Management needs
Anticipate any impact of customer changes on supplier delivery to avoid inventory and cash issues, and from supplier deviation on customer schedule to avoid penalties. Monitor and control the changes and claims during execution, in order to minimize the risk and secure and/or improve the project margin, while optimizing the impact on the Project cash curve.
Create a lean & optimized supply chain logistics set up within the country to ensure a smooth operations, starting from issuance of Purchase Orders, conduct scheduling and follow the deliveries. Perform goods receipt (generating revenue recognition), organize shipment based on incoterms and import/export clearances with service providers. Manage on site inventory/stock management/ Site work means management to support Site & commissioning
Qualifications
Requirements Education
Professional Supply Chain Certification (CPSM, ISM etc.) is a plus Education
Preferred University Master Degree (Engineering and/or Supply Chain & Logistics)
Language requirements
English fluency is a must
Another language will be valuable
Experience- Minimum 10-12 years' experience in Supply Chain
Services or Project experience in supply chain operations within the Project/Solution environment is an added advantage
Skills Requirements
Strong presentation, communication and negotiation skills, effective in a cross cultural environment to foster collaboration
Proven leadership skills in Project context, focusing on business objectives. Ability to influence & convince in a complex matrix organization
Change management abilities and process driven approach with a continuous improvement mindset