Company

BGRS is a leading global provider of relocation services, technology and knowledge. Our portfolio consists of operating lines in global relocation services, home valuations, move programs & related services, and technology platforms that add value for our customers. Our employees operate from regional offices in Asia, Europe, North America and South America to support the success of our clients and their relocating employees around the world.

Supply Chain Manager

This is a senior level role in the region, with the opportunity to grow. The role will report to the Senior Manager of Supplier Networks for EMEA. The successful candidate will play an important role in the development of our strategy and client relationships in EMEA, as well as supporting the operational management of our supplier network. This role is office-based in Dubai, UAE. There are currently no direct reports, however this may be a requirement in the future as part of the role.

Responsibilities

• Management of global service providers (such as temporary accommodation, language training, immigration, spousal assistance, furniture rental) in relation to client specific supplier management
• Involvement in and development of regional and global client interface, including client reviews and prospect presentations
• Business development support for RFPs, RFIs, and re-bids for existing client business
• Operational management of allocated Service Providers on a global basis – Leadership role in selection (through RFP), price negotiation, contracting, system updates, training (development and delivery), issue logging and resolution, performance review, cost, volume and performance tracking
• Proficiency in Excel and BGRS’s case management systems reporting; provide data support for pricing analysis, cost savings reports, client spend, volume reporting, and other data tracking
• Ability to present balanced solutions as a supplier, client, and internal advocate
• Research, develop, and deliver trainings for suppliers and internal operational teams
• Global leadership of agreed area(s) of expertise (e.g. analytics, scorecards, training, etc)
• Proactive development of the Supply Chain function and creation of new products and processes
• Utilisation of effective procurement methodology and ability to demonstrate cost savings and Supply Chain value add both to clients and internal stakeholders

Qualifications
Minimum:

• 2+ years Supply Chain Management experience in the Relocation Industry
• 6+ years experience in the Relocation Industry
• Experience using online procurement tools (e.g. Global eProcure)
• Advanced ability in Excel, Word, Powerpoint

Preferred:

• CIPS or other supply chain management certification(s)
• Language skills
• Experience of living abroad or working with different cultures

Core Competencies:

• Excellent interpersonal, verbal communication, and presentation skills
• Strategic approach to using the BGRS network to build a best-practice supply chain, reflect a specific global client’s needs and culture.
• As sole SCM resource in the Dubai Office, to act as a regional ambassador and role model in support of the Supplier Networks team global strategy and practices
• Leadership approach to problem solving/decision-making both at strategic and tactical level
• Strong motivating influence and ability to work independently
• Project management skills: Attention to detail, highly organised, and deadline-focused
• Ability to analyse key financial data and put in place supplier performance measurements
• Excellent negotiating and analytical skills
• Flexibility to work across time zones and adapt working hours to client and client service teams
• Flexibility to travel if required