Standard Chartered, a leading international bank, with more than a 150-year history in some
of the world's most dynamic markets.
We bank the people and companies driving investment, trade and the creation of wealth
across Asia, Africa and the Middle East.
With 1,600 branches and offices in 70 countries, we offer exciting and challenging
international career opportunities.

Job description

* Management of Procurement that relates to Corporate Services which is non-IT or Non-Property related
* The Category Manager, will work within the Nigeria Supply Chain Management team to manage the
spend and contracts associated to Corporate Services within the country.
* Accountable for the execution and delivery of SCM objectives, strategies and supply chain cost
reduction targets for the Corporate services category for Nigeria
* Assist in assuring that the procurement policy is adhered to within all business units in the country.
* Support for the overall supplier risk mitigation programs related to the category in the country
* Representing SCM to appropriate business stakeholders.
* Establish and maintains effective relationships with Corporate Services stakeholders and SCM global
category managers.

Qualifications and Skills

* Bachelor degree in Accounting, Economics, Supply chain management or any other related area
with over 4 years experience
* Experience in sourcing, operations and supply chain best practices as an individual contributor.
* Strong analytical thinking and problem solving skills
* Ability to work independently and multi-task with tight lead times
* Strong commercial knowledge with an ability to think strategically
* In depth understanding of Corporate Services categories with particular emphasis on the corporate
services sub categories (i.e. marketing, legal, professional services etc.), particularly as they pertain
to the banking industry.
* Ability to work collaboratively within the team and the Bank in formulating strategies involving sourcing
and suppliers to deliver business value
* Ability to influence others and skilfully build credibility with stakeholders
* High risk awareness
* Demonstration of high ability/ creativity in cost management strategies
* Good report writing and presentation.
* Conversant with MS office applications, Ms Word, Excel, PowerPoint .
Source

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