Supplier Management Specialist
Elsevier (company site, opens in a new tab)ChennaiOn-siteDirect career pageEst. 6.5–12 LPA
Posted 10h ago
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Job description
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About This Role
- Drive performance of strategic suppliers to improve quality, service, cost, and operational outcomes via KPIs, scorecards, reviews, and corrective actions.
- Manage end-to-end supplier contracts and compliance, coordinating with Procurement and Legal for renewals, amendments, and governance.
- Collaborate cross-functionally to assess risks, support sourcing/tendering, analyse supplier data, and strengthen supply chain resilience and business continuity.
Minimum Requirements
- Work Experience Required: Not explicitly mentioned in the JD.
- Domain expertise in supplier and contract management within print supply chain or related sectors.
- Skills in managing supplier performance metrics, contract lifecycle, risk assessment, and cross-functional collaboration.
- Shift Timings: 2pm-11pm; Hybrid work with up to 3 days remote per week; location flexibility with reference to Chennai office.
Ideal Candidate Profile
- Experience handling strategic suppliers with a focus on measurable improvements in supplier KPIs across quality, cost, and service.
- Proven capability to manage complex contract terms and supplier governance involving multiple stakeholders including legal and procurement.
- Strong operational and analytical orientation with ability to manage risks, implement continuous improvements, and coordinate multi-departmental initiatives.