Supply Chain Business Partner IoT

Perform, conduct and support RFIs and RFPs to identify the right Products & Services to fulfil the IoT Roadmap with demand and sustainable business. Manage and lead supplier commercial relationships including prices, terms and contracting, leveraging on the respective core teams. Lead contract negotiations with respective suppliers and deliver in a timely and quality manner e.g. contract management, contract amendments, project variation agreements. Control the implementation of and adherence to contracts. Draft new schedules and update existing contracts according to regulations or legislation in collaboration with legal, privacy, commercial and account teams. Cross-functional owner and coordinator of relevant supplier on-boarding, engaging stakeholders to co-ordinate the interface with suppliers. Lead escalations towards supplier topics and manage supplier performance, business risks, reporting and operational controls to track escalated issues to closure. Act as a focal point for the IoT Technology team and ensure business needs are being represented and incorporated into procurement plans and execution. Negotiations to deliver the best possible outcomes for cost, quality, delivery, and ensure interlock with business owners. Ability to manage multiple projects combined with the drive to make decisions and finalise deals. Professional procurement specialist with minimum of 5 years' experience. Excellent contract negotiation and stakeholder management skills. Cross-functional thinking and acting. Sound understanding of Telco technology, products and supply. Experience in procurement, Supply Chain Management and contract negotiations. Global vendor management.