Asia Supply Chain Manager

Role Purpose:
Responsible for strategic sourcing for Furniture, Fixtures, and Equipment (FF&E) across India, mitigating tariff risks, optimizing costs, and building a resilient supplier network. Support the Asia Supply Chain COE in enhancing procurement and supply chain capabilities in Asia through market insights, supplier partnerships, and cross-functional collaboration.

Key Accountabilities

• Strategic Sourcing

• Conduct market research to identify India-based FF&E suppliers, aligning with IHG's goals to leverage Asia's manufacturing hubs for global supply chain efficiency.

• Analyze tariff trends, trade regulations, and logistics networks to optimize sourcing strategies for EMEAA and AMER regions.

• Supplier Development & Global Collaboration

• Identify and onboard suppliers that meet quality, cost, and sustainability standards, fostering long-term partnerships to support IHG's growing hotel portfolio.

• Lead RFx processes (RFI/RFP/RFQ) and negotiate contracts to secure competitive terms, ensuring alignment with Asia CoE's procurement frameworks.

• Cross-Regional and Cross-Functional Stakeholder Alignment

• Collaborate with global procurement teams (EMEAA/AMER) to align FFE sourcing strategies with IHG's supply chain priorities.

• Partner with Design, Hotel opening project management, Operations etc. teams to ensure seamless execution of hotel projects.

Key Skills & Experience
Educational Attainment:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field.

Critical Expertise & Experience:

• 5+ years in strategic procurement/sourcing, preferably in FF&E, hospitality, or manufacturing.
• Experience in supplier negotiations, RFx management, and cost optimization, with exposure to global supply chains (EMEAA/AMER).
• Experienced working in a global company, contributing to multiple projects virtually, able to work independently and to work effectively as part of a team
• Strong project management skills
• Strong understanding of India/global trade regulations, tariffs, and logistics networks.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills

Language:

• Fluent English and Indian (written/spoken)

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