Identifying and evaluating potential suppliers, utilizing market analysis to secure the best pricing and quality for needed goods and services.
Vendor Management:
Building and maintaining relationships with suppliers, monitoring performance metrics, and addressing any issues with timely delivery, quantity or quality.
Researches and evaluates vendors to compare pricing and services.
Evaluates vendors based on quality, timeliness, and price.
Negotiating pricing, payment terms, and delivery conditions with suppliers to optimize cost savings.
Procurement Planning & Execution:
Forecasting demand, managing lead times to ensure timely delivery.
Coordinates with fellow managers to maintain purchasing SOPs efficiently.
Compliance Management:
Ensuring adherence to Savills purchasing policies and procedures, including compliance with regulatory requirements.
System Management:
Oversee the end-to-end process via the systems, priority on Procurement then other ones of PM (including but not limited to P3/IMT/ ).
Ensuring accurate data entry, requisition processing.
Monitor systems effectiveness and propose improvements or new features to support business operations.
Stay updated with technology trends and supervise system implementation or upgrades.
Data Analysis & Reporting:
Collect and analyze systems usage data to identify trends, cost optimization opportunities, and improve efficiency.
Ensure the timeliness, accuracy, and consistency of reports (daily/weekly/monthly).
Support management with insights and proposals for improvement.
Stakeholder Coordination & Support:
Provide system-related operational support to project teams.
Train staff on systems usage, update guidelines, and act as the communication bridge between users and the IT team.
Technology Development & Partnership Management:
Coordinate with Regional IT and Legal teams on application management and relevant compliance matters.
Evaluate and propose new technology solutions in line with operational requirements and Savills standards.
Lead partnership discussions and assist in negotiating agreements with technology providers.
REQUIREMENTS:
Expertise: In-depth knowledge of specific systems used by the company, including proficiency in purchasing modules, inventory management, and reporting functions.
Strong Analytical Skills: Ability to gather, analyze, and interpret data to make informed purchasing decisions.
Negotiation Skills: Proven ability to negotiate favorable terms with vendors while maintaining strong business relationships.