About KATIMKATIM is a leader in developing innovative secure communication products and solutions for governments and businesses. As an integral part of the Space & Cyber Technologies cluster at EDGE, one of the world’s most distinguished advanced technology groups, KATIM stands as a beacon of trust in an ever-evolving landscape where cyber risks are a constant menace.Our aim is to satisfy the growing demand for advanced cyber capabilities by delivering resilient, secure, end-to-end solutions across four fundamental business units: Networks, Ultra Secure Mobile Devices, Applications, and Satellite Communications.With a global presence spanning from our headquarters in Abu Dhabi to offices in the UAE and Finland, KATIM empowers organisations worldwide with the unwavering assurance that their mission-critical information and communications remain private and secure, no matter the circumstance.Welcome to KATIM, where innovation and security converge to redefine the way you protect your most valuable assets in the digital world.In this role, you will support line manager to manage supplier relationships across contract management, performance management and relationship management. You will handle a variety of tasks ranging from initial supplier negotiations to more transactional duties including RFQ, purchase order entry, delivery tracking etc and collaborate across the organization to ensure the team has the information, tools, and processes in place to drive success.Key Responsibilities Support the line manager in procurement and supplier management activities, Including strategic suppliers, technology OEM’s, contract and pricing agreement negotiations, project management, and supplier performance reporting. Support purchasing projects and define objectives, resources, timelines, specifications, supplier selection criteria in close collaboration with the business Manage representatives of strategic supplier relationships to optimize cost, quality and service as well as minimize risks for operations Tracking and monitoring of KPI / Management Information of supplier delivery versus contract and in particular and link and payment against risk/reward model. Developing and driving supplier improvement plans when performance is not at required standard. Developing and agreeing supplier account plans to drive the relationship forwards and maximize value. Tracking and monitoring of financial performance of supplier delivery versus business requirements and/or contractual commitments. ensuring supplier performance & contractual delivery is optimized , be operating as the central point of contact for the Suppliers. Ensuring relevant financial controls are in place to assess cost/price consistency & avoidance of irregularities Support line managet to ensure that contract management systems related to vendor contracts is current and accurate. Implement contract deliverables and obligations, as well as stakeholder expectations, are met Monitor contract conditions and events (duration, consequences, losses), deadlines, milestones and contract-related correspondence and act accordingly. Provide coaching / consulting to line management on procuremetn operations process as required Coach specialists to take ownership of their Learning and Development needs. Demonstrate ongoing commitment to participation in professional development as per organisational policy and procedure. Adhere to the Code of Conduct in a manner that is consistent with both its spirit and intent. Adhere to organisational policies, procedures and practices Act with honesty, integrity and good faith at all times. Undertake any other duties, consistent with skills and experience, as directed by the reporting manager. Experience And Education Qualification 5 years of relevant Sourcing & Procurement experience with experience in supporting cost reduction projects, value improvement programs, basic contracting, eSourcing and spot buying, preferably in a technology industry required Bachelors or Master’s Degree in Supply Chain, Technology, Business is preferable. #KATIM