Supplier Manager

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Job Purpose

The Supplier Manager is part of the Services & Operations team and is responsible for managing the objectives to:

• Build and manage excellent relationships with manufacturers and key partners to ensure Ayvens can deliver best in class solutions to our customers
• Negotiate Commercial terms and Service Level Agreements with all of our Partners and Suppliers.
• Enable and drive change in relation to internal processes
• Liaise and steer collaboration with internal business partners of value streams to understand their needs
• Act in line with Ayvens and SG business ethics and Procurement Policies and as a professional partner to our suppliers
• Ensure the development of processes and tools that support Ayvens being perceived as a professional partner
• This role will involve working both within Head Office and being on the road on a proportional basis      

Responsibilities

• Negotiate, prepare and execute comprehensive SLA’s with commercial terms with KPI deliverable with all of our suppliers
• Responsible for keeping supplier contract and contact database updated
• Establish, manage and continuously develop relationship with suppliers
• Schedule and manage quarterly review meetings with Key suppliers and stakeholders with minutes and follow up action points
• Compile statistics on purchasing and monitor bonuses, volumes and financial targets
• Ensure continuous focus on efficiency and cost effectiveness identifying target areas
• Responsible for ensuring we are adhering to KYS processes & policies
• Work according to the group and local procurement guidelines
• Research the market place for appropriate potential partners for a range of services for Ayvens
• Work with the Network Relationship Manager in relation to any Supplier issues
• Support execution of company’s strategy, goals and policies
• Contact person towards Ayvens Global Procurement
• Contribute to annual profit, forecasts in the annual plan (budget) and customer satisfaction target
• To undertake any reasonable operational duties which may be required from time to time
• Achieve individual and team goals and objectives
   

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

Business acumen and Operational knowledge

• In-depth knowledge of and experience in negotiations and concluding of agreements
• Excellent analytical and IT skills especially Excel and PowerPoint
• Develop purchasing strategies and policies based on the needs of the business
• Regular Meetings and telephone contact with suppliers to ensure good relationships
• Supplier Evaluation and Analysis of purchasing statistics
• Experienced with Dealer management systems (DMS) including manufacturer warranty and goodwill claim recovery processes and procedures
• Project and change management.

Personal characteristics

• Self-motivated, pro active and can work well under pressure
• Full clean drivers license
• Coordinated and organized, attention to detail and work independently
• Positive about changes, analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Team oriented, strong sense of responsibility and accountability

Education & experience

• 3-5 years of experience in Motor industry role
• 3+ years experience in Procurement area
• Excellent Negotiation & interpersonal skills
• Experience with Supplier Relationship management, Process Implementation
• Fluent in English
• Excellent communication, writing, reporting and presentation skills
• Proven track record in similar role

Why Ayvens?  

With over 3.4 million vehicles managed across more than 42 countries, we provide full-service leasing, flexible subscription services, fleet management services and multi-mobility solutions to customers of all sizes, including large corporates, SMEs, professionals, and private individuals. By leveraging our unique position to lead the way to net zero and further shape the digital transformation of the industry, we are well-positioned to meet the evolving mobility needs of our clients and provide them with the solutions they need to thrive.

At Ayvens, we believe that our success is driven by our commitment to customer satisfaction. Our team is dedicated to delivering innovative solutions and technology-enabled services that help our customers focus on their everyday business. We’re committed to sustainable mobility and have made it a core part of our strategy. In everything we do, we’re guided by the principles of authenticity, curiosity, commitment and collaboration. We aim to foster an organisation that's diverse in people and ideas, where everyone can thrive and be themselves, no matter who they are.

Join us on this exciting journey as we continue to enable the transformation towards large scale adoption of sustainable mobility and provide our customers with the solutions they need to succeed. Follow our page for the latest updates, news, and insights.