Supplier and Contract Manager
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- Syngenta Group
- Pune
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• Manage contract and commercial operations for a panel of IT services suppliers.
• To understand, govern and execute the role of product owner for tools deployed for commercial operations, such as; the processing of supplier statements of work (SOWs) through ServiceNow, the administering of purchase orders and invoices within SAP Ariba or the management of supplier timesheets within a portal.
• Generate continuous improvement ideas to automate day-to-day operational tasks in order to bring efficiency for both Syngenta and our suppliers.
• Support the wider Supplier Management team in the execution and embedding of the Syngenta’s supplier performance and contract management strategy.
• Deploy strategies to effectively manage individual suppliers of multiple services to ensure cost efficient, end-to-end service delivery that adds value to Syngenta and its internal stakeholders.
• Manage and ensure correct contracting of IT services and alignment with the global sourcing strategy and existing master agreements with suppliers.
• In collaboration with the global Supplier Management group, implement new or improved contract management processes.
• Maintain an efficient repository of contractual correspondence
Syngenta is one of the world’s leading agriculture innovation company (Part of Syngenta Group) dedicated to improving global food security by enabling millions of farmers to make better use of available resources. Through world class science and innovative crop solutions, our 60,000 people in over 100 countries are working to transform how crops are grown. We are committed to rescuing land from degradation, enhancing biodiversity and revitalizing rural communities.
A diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace environment are enablers of our ambition to be the most collaborative and trusted team in agriculture. Our employees reflect the diversity of our customers, the markets where we operate and the communities which we serve. No matter what your position, you will have a vital role in safely feeding the world and taking care of our planet.
To learn more visit: www.syngenta.com
• At least 5 years of contract management/administration experience in a corporate or legal environment and ideally maintaining contract databases
•Experience of working within a procurement/sourcing/commercial/supplier management team.
•Well versed on procurement processes (competitive processes, purchasing, negotiations)
•Ability to gather and interpret relevant market intelligence that will support the senior Syngenta IT leadership team and the global Supplier Management team to anticipate risks and opportunities with our strategic and critical suppliers
•Good understanding of standard contractual terms and ability explain the practical applications of such terms in our supplier relationships
•Self-starting, innovative mindset with reasonable exposure to automation within supply chain, commercial operations and/or contract management.
•As needed, provide guidance on contract matters to internal stakeholders in contracting practices and procedures
•Strong verbal and written English and excellent interpersonal communications skills.
•Ability to interact comfortably with senior managers in both a technical and non-technical manner.
•Ability to manage a high volume of communication with internal business colleagues and vendors
•Capable of adjusting communication style and ways of working to accommodate varying needs of colleagues and suppliers located across the globe
•Managing performance of supplier panels
Functional or Leadership Competency related specifically to this job
•Client Service Focus: This is the ability to see life from the perspective of the client. Applies a service mind-set that is cantered on developing, delivering and improving a service: Understanding all the components of a service, managing client expectations, challenging and engaging clients successfully.
•Judgment: Analyzes information, guidelines, and requirements from different sources to evaluate alternatives and make effective judgments. Draws accurate, useful conclusions from financial, business, and quantitative information. Makes timely and sound decisions on everyday issues and problems by applying accurate logic, appropriate knowledge, expertise, and common sense.
•Execution & Results Orientation: Manages work and work performance, holding everyone accountable to effectively and efficiently completing work responsibilities. Demonstrates initiative and a strong commitment to achieving meaningful results, meeting or exceeding goals, and acting on opportunities to create value.
•Collaboration (leadership competence): Fosters a sense of collaboration and works effectively with others across the organization, including in a remote team working environment, to achieve goals. Facilitates interaction of co-workers and external partners. Creates an environment for honest and open discussion of issues.
Note: Syngenta is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in recruitment, hiring, training, promotion or any other employment practices for reasons of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.
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