Strategic Vendor Management Lead

2 weeks ago


Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates HALCON Full time

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and execute strategic vendor selection processes to align with organizational goals and quality standards.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess vendor capabilities, capacities, and innovations.
  • Establish and maintain a comprehensive database of potential vendors for current and future needs.
  • Negotiate and manage contracts to ensure favorable terms and conditions for HALCON.
  • Monitor contract compliance and manage contract variations as needed.
  • Develop and implement key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure vendor performance.
  • Conduct regular vendor assessments and implement improvement plans when necessary.
  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the vendor network.
  • Cross-functional Collaboration:
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including procurement, quality, and engineering teams, to integrate vendor capabilities into product development and innovation processes.
  • Ensure seamless communication and coordination between HALCON and its vendors.
  • Risk Management:
  • Identify and assess potential risks within the vendor network.
  • Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies to ensure a resilient supply chain.
  • Stay informed about geopolitical, economic, and industry trends that may impact the vendor landscape.
  • Vendor Relationship Enhancement:
  • Build and nurture strong relationships with key vendors to foster collaboration, innovation, and mutual success.
  • Implement programs to recognize and reward outstanding vendor performance.
  • Conduct regular meetings and forums for open communication and relationship-building.

Requirements:

  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in vendor management, with a focus on the defense or aerospace industry.
  • Proven track record of successful negotiations, contract management, and vendor development.
  • In-depth knowledge of international procurement regulations and best practices.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
  • Strategic thinker with a forward-looking approach.
  • Collaborative and able to build strong relationships internally and externally.
  • Proactive problem solver with a results-oriented mindset.
  • Ability to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.


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