Supply Chain Manager
Job Description
Position Overview
At FIS, our technology and our people are moving forward. We advance the way the world pays, banks and invests. We believe in building inclusive, diverse teams. Together, we innovate to help our colleagues, clients and communities succeed. If you're ready to grow your career and make an impact in fintech, we have one question: Are you FIS? The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for acquiring, structuring and negotiating third-party contracts for computer hardware (mainframe, server and desktop/laptop equipment and peripherals) and for mainframe, distributed and desktop software products and services (on-premise, cloud and SaaS). Serves as a Procurement subject matter expert, partnering with business leaders to optimize financial and operational benefits, and with risk managers to mitigate the risks associated with third-party relationships.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversees activities related to timely, cost-effective procurement, inventory control, planning and quality control of production materials as well as the purchase of materials, material controls and inventory controls.
- Establishes policies and procedures that ensure the economy and quality of equipment, materials and services purchased.
- Develops, implements and maintains policies, procedures and material control systems to reduce costs, streamline procedures and implement solutions.
- Ensures comprehensive market analysis to determine vendor sources and product development.
- Responsible for sourcing and supplying products and services, as well as coordinating global procurement efforts.
- Ensures availability of materials in the supply chain as scheduled and maintains inventory at minimum acceptable levels.
- Ensures appropriate and most cost-effective negotiation and award of contractual purchase agreements with vendors.
- Reviews financial reports of procurement activity and recommends changes in methods and procedures based on report outcomes.
- Meets and confers with vendor representatives to discuss price changes, trade and cash discounts and delivery arrangements.
- Demonstrates effective leadership of the department including, but not limited to, hiring, performance appraisals, employee development, and employee relations issues.
Required Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor's degree or the equivalent combination of education, training, or work experience.
- Experience Required: Typically requires 5+ years of experience in supply chain management.
- Knowledge of supply chain functions and procedures.
- Knowledge of procurement procedures.
- Knowledge of project management methods and techniques.
- Proficiency in supervising, leading, and managing staff members effectively.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills to technical and non-technical audiences at various organizational levels.
- Excellent problem solving, team, and time management skills for managing multiple deadlines.
- Proficiency in evaluating the performance capabilities of subordinates as well as in counseling them in development and/or corrective discipline.
- Proficiency in making projections of future expenses based on the analysis of past expenditures for cost effectiveness.
- Ability to operate independently.
Benefits & Perks
- Opportunities to make an impact in fintech.
- Personal and professional learning opportunities.
- Inclusive, diverse work environment.
- Resources to give back to your community.
- Competitive salary and benefits.
- An inclusive workspace built on collaboration, flexibility, and respect.
- A salary and benefits package that reflects your hard work.