Head of Supply Chain Management

Key Responsibilities Strategic SCM Leadership Define the overall vision and roadmap for the supply chain and procurement function Build and continuously improve a scalable SCM structure aligned with enterprise needs Establish clear organizational roles, responsibilities, and reporting lines Drive a culture of innovation, value creation, and business partnership within SCM Category Management Develop and implement category strategies aligned with business priorities Lead market intelligence and spend analysis to identify optimization opportunities Oversee category performance metrics and sourcing pipelines Sourcing & Procurement Design and lead RFP/RFQ processes in coordination with business stakeholders Ensure fair, transparent, and timely sourcing in line with internal policies Champion digital procurement initiatives and ERP optimization Governance, Policy & Compliance Establish and maintain procurement policies, SOPs, and delegation of authority Ensure compliance with legal, financial, and regulatory requirements Build and manage procurement control frameworks to ensure audit readiness Serve as the internal authority on sourcing ethics and governance adherence Vendor Management Define the vendor lifecycle strategy, from onboarding to performance monitoring Ensure risk classification and governance of key and strategic vendors Manage vendor escalations, relationships, and long-term capability development Contract Management Negotiate and administer procurement contracts in collaboration with Legal Financial Oversight & Value Delivery Lead commercial evaluations, cost benchmarking, and value-for-money assessmentsDrive measurable cost savings and efficiency improvement targets annually Ensure timely PO issuance, accruals, and alignment with budget forecasts ERP Integration & Digital Enablement Oversee integration and enhancement of procurement modules in ERP (e.g., D365 BC) Champion automation of procurement workflows, analytics, and dashboards Team Leadership & Capability Building Build a high-performing SCM team through mentorship and professional development Define KPIs, monitor team performance, and ensure skill-building across levels Drive succession planning and hiring for functional excellence Person Specifications 10 – 15 years of relevant experience in SCM with at least 5 years in leadership roles Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Business Management, finance or related field Deep knowledge of procurement strategy, governance, ERP systems (esp. D365 BC), and contract management Demonstrated ability to align SCM with business strategy, lead teams, and drive transformation Strong stakeholder management, negotiation, and risk management capabilities Excellent negotiation and communication skills Strong analytical and commercial acumen High attention to detail and process discipline Ability to manage multiple categories and priorities Stakeholder engagement and cross-functional collaboration Excellent time management and ability prioritize work allocated to ensure timely delivery Strategic thinker with the ability to see the big picture Strong interpersonal skills with a high level of emotional intelligence. Proactive, self-motivated, and results oriented Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities simultaneously Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy in work.