Job Description

Role Purpose

Enable supplier management and risk management, build relationships with strategic third-party suppliers and internal business teams

Key Accountabilities

oSupport IHG supplier management centre of excellence by carrying out the strategy and capability framework, ensuring commercial, performance, relationship and risk management
oProvide support for the management of 'strategic' contracts including driving SLA performance & Contract Obligations
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Help mitigate risk in large strategic contracts by actively reviewing and owning business continuity plans, supplier audits, SOC2 compliance and other relevant supplier obligations.

oManage suppliers by using designated relationship management tools and framework to enhance relationships and maximize value
oDrive innovation and value as well as preventing value leakage in strategic contracts through active supplier management
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Remain up to date with key market trends and practices on supplier relationship management

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Develop Visual management tools to communicate enterprise supplier status & enterprise supplier risk

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Work with vendor management teams in the business to maximize impact and disperse strategies and tools developed by the Enterprise Supplier Management Team

oEnable supplier management for critical and preferred suppliers by procurement teams and business teams

Key Skills & Experiences

Education -



Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, Computer Science, IS, Purchasing Management or other related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.



Experience -



At least 6+ years progressive work experience in multiple areas of business - procurement or supply chain management, financial or business analysis, technology, contract management and asset management.


1-3 years managing teams showing a demonstrated ability to lead people and get results through others. Must have a demonstrated ability to build cooperation and trust with colleagues and cross-functional teams and establish strong working relationships to deliver positive results.



Technical skills and Knowledge -



oDemonstrated experience in managing large strategic contracts in a global business
oDetailed knowledge of contract/commercial management and negotiation tools and techniques
oStrong influencing, communication and change management skills
oStrong analytical skills
oMix of business understanding and strong expertise in supplier relationship management to optimise performance and innovation.

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