Supplier Management Specialist

Supplier Management Specialist

• Be part of the execution and ongoing evolution of Sydney Waters Supplier Management Framework and Governance Model.
• Offering Full Time Permanent opportunity with a competitive salary package

At Sydney Water, we’re passionate about making a difference to the lives of our customers and communities

About us

We have a proud heritage and a progressive future, providing world class drinking water and beautiful waterways from the mountains to the sea. We see the world is changing so we are changing too. Our people and their jobs are as diverse as the communities we serve.

What’s in it for you

• Flexible/Hybrid working
• Parking options available
• First Nations Employee Network
• Childcare allowances
• Parental leave
• Novated lease options
• Fitness Passport offering access to hundreds of gyms and pools around NSW
• Flu vaccinations and discounted options on health insurance membership providers

About the role

The Supplier Management Specialist is responsible for the execution and ongoing evolution of Sydney Waters Supplier Management Framework and Governance Model supporting Sydney Water business stakeholders and suppliers. The framework consists of the Supplier Management lifecycle and its level three (L3) processes which include Supplier Onboarding, Supplier Segmentation, Supplier Profiling and Due Diligence, Supplier Governance, Supplier Performance Management, Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) and Supplier Relationship Development.

This position will see you responsible for, but not limited to:

• Deploy Supplier Performance Management for all tier 1 and tier 2 suppliers identified through Supplier Segmentation. This is a critical task for this role.
• Develop, manage, and collaborate KPI frameworks and scorecards for tier 1 and tier 2 suppliers identified through Supplier Segmentation.
• Facilitate, when required, tier 1 SRM supplier business reviews, forums or off sites encouraging strong supplier relationships and development with critical suppliers.
• Provide guidance and SME support to business stakeholders on Supplier Management level 3 processes within the Supplier Management framework which include Supplier Onboarding, Supplier Segmentation, Supplier Profiling and Due Diligence, Supplier Governance, Supplier Performance Management, SRM and Supplier Relationship Development.
• Create and maintain all L3 process frameworks.
• Develop and execute level 4 procedures within the Supplier Management Framework and Governance Model.
• Be the custodian of the Supplier Onboarding process, which includes Supplier Prequalification.
• Execute the Supplier Segmentation process cyclically, in partnership with the category team and other business stakeholders, in identifying Sydney Water’s tier 1 (SRM), tier 2 and tier 3 suppliers.
• Perform Supplier Profiling and Due Diligence for tier 1 and tier 2 suppliers cyclically and for ad hoc requests from business stakeholders.

About you

This role will best suit an initiative-taker with demonstrated experience working in a Supplier Management Framework across all Supplier Management L3 processes particularly in Supplier Performance Management across multiple categories.

To be successful in this position you will need to:

• Relevant degree qualification (e.g., Procurement, Finance, Business) or experience deemed equivalent.
• Professional Procurement (e.g., MCIPS) qualification desirable, but not mandatory.
• Extensive knowledge of Supplier Management, most notably in Supplier Performance KPIs and Supplier Lifecycle Management.
• Have demonstrated the skills in Influence business stakeholders across multiple businesses.
• 5+ years’ experience working in Supplier Management and/or category management in a large complex organisation, preferably in a similar organisation or industry sector.
• Demonstrated experience in partnering with the business to develop and evolve strategic supplier relationships to deliver sustained value to the organisation.
• ERP systems experience, preferably SAP.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills.

Closing date: Friday 2nd February 2024

Please see the position description for the role’s full accountabilities.

You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident at the time of submitting your application to be considered for this role. For more information, you can contact ***********@sydneywater.com.au

Sydney Water welcomes you to apply if you feel you meet the selection criteria. The successful completion of a Criminal History Check and Medical Assessment form part of the application process.

Please advise if you require any adjustments to actively participate in the application and recruitment process.

We want your perspective and ideas to help us find better ways to delight our customers, so we encourage you to apply no matter your age, sex, or culture. You can be part of a committed, highly skilled team who’ll appreciate what you bring to the table. You’ll set and achieve real goals and make decisions that matter, as together we help shape the lifestyle of greater Sydney.

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