Program Manager

Description -

Job Summary
• We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Supply Chain Program Manager to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing and managing supply chain projects from inception to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget. This role requires a strong background in project management, negotiation, financial and cost analysis, supplier relationship management, and supply chain model development. The successful candidate will also be adept at contract development and managing stakeholder relationships.

• This role is responsible to (i) lead and manage Manufacturing Partners’ (MPa) business relationship, performance, price and contractual negotiation for best in class services in support of HP inkjet supplies manufacturing initiative on contract manufacturing activities, (ii) manage and predict Contract Manufacturing spend to be within the budget, (iii) lead the analysis of specific commodity data and industry trends, (iv) participate as a senior member on cross-functional teams for strategic procurement projects, and support sourcing & procurement activities within their designated line of business.

• The role contributes to the development and execution of sourcing strategies aligned with the organization's strategic vision.

• The role utilizes supply chain and financial modeling for supply chain management, supplier selection, and contract negotiation.

• The role monitors supplier performance to ensure contract deliverables are met while identifying and mitigating contract risks.

Responsibilities
• Project Management: Lead/participate and manage supply chain projects, including planning, execution, monitoring, and closing. Ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Negotiation: Negotiate terms and conditions with suppliers and vendors to secure the best possible terms for the company.
• Financial Analysis: Conduct financial analysis to assess project viability, profitability, and risk. Prepare and present financial reports to senior management.
• Cost Analysis: Perform cost analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities and optimize supply chain processes.
• Supplier Relationship Management: Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers. Monitor supplier performance and address any issues that arise.

• Provide leadership and collaborate with MPa and HP internal teams to ensure Corporate and compliance governance on BCP, HP SER, RBA, GRM, Security, Assets, etc. are adhered to
• Supply Chain Model Development: Design and implement efficient supply chain models to improve overall supply chain performance.
• Contract Development: Draft, review, and negotiate contracts with suppliers and vendors. Ensure all contracts comply with company policies and legal requirements.
• Stakeholder Influence and Management: Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure project alignment with business objectives. Communicate project status, risks, and issues to stakeholders effectively.

• Leads the analysis of specific commodity data and industry trends, or leads an individual supply chain sub-category, and reports the results to managers.
• Participates as a senior member on a cross-functional team, leads specific strategic procurement projects for less complex domains.
• Holds responsibility for supporting sourcing and procurement activities within the designated line of business, ensuring product choices align with supplier strategies and cost-effectiveness.
• Liaises with stakeholder managers to understand business priorities and translate them into procurement plan.
• Utilizes supply chain and financial modeling to manage supply chain activities.
• Participates in supplier selection activities, assesses the supply base of a category, and negotiates with suppliers with acceptable contracting outcomes using pre-packed solutions.
• Engages with low-complexity suppliers, and monitors their performance to ensure contract deliverables and performance standards are consistently met.
• Identifies common contract risk areas using cause and effect thinking, advises program level business representatives on fundamental contract risk areas, and executes risk mitigation, business continuity, cost management and operations strategies.
• Initiates and champions best practices of sourcing and procurement strategy throughout the supply chain, actively sharing insights and best practices globally, and collaborating with senior management to implement them within the organization.

Education & Experience Recommended
• Four-year or Graduate Degree in Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing Engineering, Business Administration, or any other related discipline or commensurate work experience or demonstrated competence.
• Typically has 4-7 years of work experience, preferably in procurement, supply chain, or a related field or an advanced degree with 3-5 years of work experience.

Preferred Certifications
NA

Knowledge & Skills
• Proven experience in project management, preferably in a supply chain or manufacturing environment. Proficiency in project management software and tools. PMP or similar project management certification is a plus.
• Strong negotiation skills with a track record of successful supplier negotiations.
• Proficiency in financial and cost analysis.
• Excellent supplier relationship management skills.
• Experience in developing and implementing supply chain models.
• Knowledge of contract development and management.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Strong attention to detail.

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Cross-Org Skills
• Always accountable and have a “can do” attitude with a will to win; results orientated
• Strong leadership, interpersonal skills and also a team player.
• Ability to handle dynamic business environment.
• Ability to take up challenges to solve and bring innovative resolutions for complex problems.
• Ability as a facilitator to enable team-based decisions
• Understanding of stakeholders’ expectations
• Driven and agile to learn

• Effective Communication (written and verbal)
• Digital Fluency
• Customer Centricity

Impact & Scope
• Impacts multiple teams and may act as a team or project leader providing direction to team activities and facilitates information validation and team decision making process.

Complexity
• Responds to moderately complex issues within established guidelines.

Disclaimer
• This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed in this role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, responsibilities, knowledge, etc. These may be subject to change and additional functions may be assigned as needed by management.

Job -

Supply Chain & Operations

Schedule -

Full time

Shift -

No Shift premium (Malaysia)

Travel -

Not Specified

Relocation -

No

Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) - 

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