Assistant Manager Sourcing (Procurement)

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Job Title: Assistant Manager Sourcing

Location: Colombo Sri Lanka

Reporting to: Country Territory Lead

Job Purpose: The Assistant Manager Sourcing is responsible for supporting the end-to-end sourcing and procurement process for goods and services within the assigned territory. The role ensures compliance with company sourcing policies delivers best value and supports operational excellence through effective supplier management and contract administration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the sourcing selection contracting and management of approved subcontractors and suppliers within the assigned portfolio.

• Retain approved subcontractor services through competitive bid processes ensuring compliance with internal procurement guidelines.

• Manage the Request for Proposal (RFP) and Request for Quotation (RFQ) processes including bid analysis and supplier evaluation.

• Onboard approved subcontractors and maintain accurate supplier records.

• Develop and maintain a rolling two-year sourcing savings and enhancement plan for approved subcontractors.

• Ensure all sourcing activities integrate Environmental Social and Governance (ESG) requirements including diversity inclusion and sustainability.

• Prepare and maintain all required sourcing documentation including contracts purchase orders and bid waivers in accordance with company policy.

• Monitor supplier performance address underperformance and ensure compliance with health safety and legal requirements.

• Support the implementation of operational efficiency plans and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g. Legal Finance Engineering ESG teams) to ensure alignment and compliance.

• Provide data and reports as required for management information and audit purposes.

• Ensure all procurement activities are conducted ethically transparently and in accordance with company values and applicable laws.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelors degree in supply chain management Business Administration or related field or working towards completion.

• Minimum 3 years experience in sourcing procurement or supply chain management preferably in facilities management or a related industry.

• Strong understanding of sourcing protocols contract management and supplier relationship management.

• Experience with competitive bidding negotiation and supplier onboarding processes.

• Knowledge of ESG principles and sustainable sourcing practices is an advantage.

• Excellent communication negotiation and stakeholder management skills.

• Proficiency in MS Office and sourcing/procurement platforms.

Key Competencies:

• Analytical and detail-oriented

• Strong organizational and time management skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• High ethical standards and integrity

• Results-driven with a focus on continuous improvement

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic sourcing team drive value through effective procurement practices and support the organizations operational and sustainability objectives.

References:

• Supplier Key Activities: Source select contract and manage Approved Subcontractors within the assigned portfolio. Retain Approved Subcontractor services through a competitive bid process consistent with procurement guidelines. Manage RFP process. Onboard Approved Subcontractors. Annually develop and maintain a rolling two-year Approved Subcontractor sourcing savings and enhancement plan. Sourcing activities integrate ESG requirements (e.g. Diversity and Inclusion CNZ and circularity).

• Prepare and maintain all required sourcing documentation including contracts purchase orders and bid waivers in accordance with company policy.

• Monitor supplier performance address underperformance and ensure compliance with health safety and legal requirements.

• Ensure all procurement activities are conducted ethically transparently and in accordance with company values and applicable laws.

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