JOB DESCRIPTION

Responsibilities:
Development of procedures, SOPs around Supplier Registration and Supplier Management
Liaising with central SRM team on registration of the suppliers, expediting the process
Liaising with suppliers and guiding on supplier registration process, rectifying issues related to bank details, invoice uploading.
Liaising with IT on bank integration issues
Maintaining a log of exceptions on supplier registration process with all the supporting documentation on the approvals
Submittal of periodic reports based on the ERP data on registration, supplier account types, etc.
Progress reports as per request
Providing periodic supplier training on the use of SAP Ariba system from supplier perceptive, upload of invoices, etc.
Providing Procurement Support on SAP Ariba usage to internal stakeholders: answering queries, training, guiding to technical support channel
Manage vendor compliance with company policies and quality standards.
Conduct Vendor Performance evaluation.
Conducting EOI and providing Procurement team with a list of bidders
Forming Preferred Suppliers List and defining it in SAP Ariba
Training of Suppliers (periodic and when required) on the use of the SAP Ariba system from Supplier perspective, upload of invoices.
Processing of PRs, tender management
Negotiate contracts and agreements with vendors to ensure favorable terms and conditions.
Monitor vendor performance and conduct regular performance reviews.
Develop and implement category and catalogue management strategies to optimize procurement processes.

Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor\'s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related

Minimum Experience:
3+ years of experience in vendor management, procurement, or supply chain management

Job Specific Knowledge & Skills:
Advance Procurement User in SAP Ariba or other advanced procurement software (i.e Oracle)
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Attention to detail and strong organizational skills

Aldar Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Offers of appointment are subject to satisfactory references and police clearance