Supply Base Manager

Supplier & Vendor Management

• Develop and execute supply base strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Build and maintain long-term supplier relationships.
• Monitor supplier performance through KPIs such as quality, delivery, and service levels.
• Drive supplier development and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure supplier compliance with company policies, regulatory standards, and ethical practices.

Procurement & Strategic Sourcing

• Develop sourcing strategies for transport, warehousing, and distribution partners.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction and value engineering.
• Negotiate supplier contracts and commercial agreements.
• Manage supplier lead time improvements and procurement performance.

Logistics & 3PL Management

• Manage relationships with transporters, warehouse providers, and 3PL partners.
• Ensure efficient freight management across air and sea transportation.
• Optimize logistics networks and warehouse operations.
• Improve transportation efficiency and supply chain reliability.

Performance & KPI Management

• Track supplier KPIs including:
  • OTIF (On-Time In-Full)
  • Lead Time
  • Cost per Shipment
  • Damage Rates
  • Service Levels
• Analyze logistics performance and prepare management reports.
• Drive operational excellence through performance monitoring.

Cross-functional Coordination

• Collaborate with Procurement, Operations, Planning, Dispatch, Finance, Customer Service, and Quality teams.
• Support supply chain planning and execution.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure uninterrupted supply operations.

Risk & Compliance

• Manage supply chain risks and supplier performance issues.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and logistics regulations.
• Travel for supplier audits, evaluations, and relationship management.