Vendor Relations Manager (Marine Supply)

1. JOB SUMMARY, PRINCIPLE ACCOUNTABILITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Vendor Relations Manager for Ship Supply is responsible to define and execute sound sourcing strategies within a specific region. He / She is also responsible to manage the entire procurement process; from sourcing to purchasing of ship supplies and services for our e-Commerce platform.
• Identify new sourcing opportunities with current and potential vendors / suppliers, working proactively within the specific region assigned.
• Negotiates contract terms and pricing of supplies and services with vendors / suppliers.
• Drives complex business analysis to identify business opportunities and business risk to improve revenue and profitability.
• Executes and maintain a supplier management framework to set clear KPIs and measurement for evaluation of suppliers.
• Responsible for providing focus and integration of data throughout the e-Commerce order fulfillment process.
• Leads the procurement team to attain functional and organizational goals.

2. JOB SPECIFICATION / REQUIREMENT / COMPETENCY

• Minimum a Degree in Supply Chain Management, Contracting, Procurement, Maritime Studies, Business Administration or other relevant discipline.
• Minimum 8 years of experience with 5 years of managerial experience in Ship Chandler industry.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are necessary.
• Fluency in other languages (French, German or Spanish) also can be considered an asset.
• Exceptional interpersonal and negotiation skills generally are required for this role.
• Ability to navigate and influence at both the tactical execution and strategic levels within the supply chain.
• Experience in e-commerce Company will be advantageous.
• Entrepreneur mindset is a must.