Supplier Manager

The RoleYou will be responsible for our end-to-end Supply Chain Relationship Management in the AU/NZ. Covering Print, Point of Sale(POSM) Promotional items and associated services warehouse, logistics (domestic and import) and installation. This includes collaborative work developing and implementing supplier strategies and providing support to Business Development and Account Management teams as well as collaboration with suppliers for innovations and trends all with the aim of maximizing the value delivered to clients while meeting the business objectives of the organizationThis role is responsible for the defined services in AU/NZ, based in Australia (NSW/QLD).Key ResponsibilitiesSupplier Management and RelationshipsIdentify suppliers for various categories as per business needsManage all forms of supplier commuincationsManage supplier onboarding - evaluation, accreditation, and qualification process for delivery capabilities, environmental, quality, operational, audits and certificationDevelop and manage relationship with all suppliersDevelop and implement strategic partnership with key suppliers and wider teamConduct periodic supplier performance review/site inspections and implement corrective actionsEngage with suppliers to achieve efficiency and effectiveness in our operating modelEnsure high ethical standards related to the management of the supply chain projects, identifying key improvement project to enhance collaboration and performanceManage/assist non-conformance reports (NCR) including performance improvement warnings and penalties to suppliers and recordingAct as an escalation point and work with internal stakeholders to resolve issues with supplier performanceSupport business with regards to Supplier’ open order managementPerform production site inspectionsRisk management of supply chain - ensure adequate pool of compliant suppliers, ability to deliver on client commitmentsCoordinate and facilitate issue resolution between supplier and Indicia Finance (payments, taxes, compliances, etc)Manage all forms of supplier communicationsMaintain local industry and trade connection via forums and associationsFacilitate supplier training in our systems and processPromote best practice, ethical Governance and sustainability in the supply chainCo-ordinate with Centre of Excellence – Supplier relationship team Supplier onboarding and registrationContract amendments, renewals, and compliancesTrainings to suppliersEstablishing term sheetsCategory management and Sourcing (in conjunction with P&SC Specialists) Develop and execute appropriate category management and sourcing strategies within assigned categories, includes promotional print and packaging, displays & signages, temporary & permanent displays, digital POSM and marketing activationSupplier identifications in local markets for sourcing of Gifts and PremiumsProvide category expertise to internal customers and support Business Development activities with sourcing and pricingEffective and efficient negotiation for all rate contractsEnsure meeting of high ethical standards related to sourcing processContribute to a positive work environment and promote teamworkSkills, knowledge, experience and exposure5+ years of all-around experience in successful management of supply chainIncludes sourcing and purchasing, supplier onboarding, audits and quality inspections for promotion print, POSM and premiumsExperiences of building strategies for procurement of promotional materialExperiences of delivering value-based innovationExperiences in usage of sourcing tools and proficient communication skillsExperience of logistics - both domestic and international (import)Preferable bachelor’s degree or equivalent in business, supply chain or engineeringMindset to navigate the roleDetail Orientated, commercial, focussed on building and improving service and process via ethical, open and honest strategy and discussion.Self confident and independent with ability to operate as part of a larger Regional team.Strong negotiation skills with commercial acumen to maximize the value delivery to Indicia and clientsRole RequirementsSome travel along with out of hours and flexible working will be required