About the role The Supply Chain Associate is responsible for leading on all Supplier Chain workstream deliverables associated with new client implementations, expansions of existing regional and global MSP Programs, leading on strategic projects and offering consultative guidance to the MSP program teams. Oversee the complete implementation, including the design, execution and closeout while ensuring the proper handoff to the Supplier Operations Center of Excellence Team to ensure agreed deliverables are achieved on time, within the scope and budget to maximize supplier advocacy. The Supply Chain Associate ensures that Supply Chain processes are efficient and support Pontoon's objectives, and that all materials used across the SCM team is up-to-date, relevant, and consistent with the Global Supply Chain Strategy, while taking regional distinctions into account. Additionally, the position leads projects and initiatives related to Supply Chain priorities, assumes accountability for regional deliverables, ensures alignment with global strategies, facilitates the sharing of best practices, and maintains effective communication with regional counterparts and the entire Supplier Management team. Collaboration between the Supply Chain Associate and the Supplier Operations Centre of Excellence will ensure your success when delivering. The Supply Chain Associate will provide consistent supplier approach to program teams and the supply chain in order to effectively manage and optimize the programs. The role will deliver high-quality, innovative and cost-effective methodologies to support our clients while taking into consideration the engagement/performance of suppliers . What you'll be doi ngUse data, statistics and industry benchmarking and business experiences to make recommendations to optimize the supply chain and strate gyDevelop and partner with Pontoon program management teams to conduct program supplier summits or foru msMaintain a proactive understanding of supplier business practices, competencies, innovation, growth potential, compliance status, and any issues of non-adherence, thereby adding transparency and strategic value to regional supply chain initiative s.Stay current with industry best practices, regulatory requirements, and supplier management methodologies to drive continuous improvements in the global and regional supplier partnership strateg y.Deploy Rules of Engagement to minimize risk, ensure compliance, and nurture authentic partnership s.Ensure successful initiation and ongoing progress of the Supply Chain Management workstream to achieve all deliverables, supporting seamless new client implementations and existing program changes-including contractual updates, geographic expansions, and service enhancements-without adverse impact on timeline s.Foster strong working relationships with key team members and stakeholders through consistent communication and regular update s.Demonstrate a collaborative and supportive attitude within the team environment, engaging constructively with both managers and junior team member s.Cultivate and maintain ethical, equitable relationships with global and regional suppliers to achieve and surpass the business objectives of Pontoon and its client s. About youEDUCATIONANDEXPERIENCEREQUIREMEN TS:Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience requir ed.At least four (4) years of professional experience, including two (3) years in global MSP rol es with documented progressive responsibilities. Experience in MSP, services procurement, or contingent workfo rce is preferr ed.Lean Six Sigma Certification (Green, Yellow, Black Belt, or Master); Prince2 Certificat ionExperience with contractual negotiati onsKNOWLEDGE,SKILLS&ABILITI ES:Demonstrates the ability to thrive within a collaborative, global team environment, contributing to the development and implementation of effective supplier strategi es.Effectively influences team members by articulating clear supplier strategies that drive successful outcomes for clien ts.Possesses strong commercial acumen and a deep understanding of both our business and client operations, supported by sound judgme nt.Exhibits outstanding project management capabilities, with the capacity to prioritize multiple projects and tasks effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment to meet evolving business needs and deadlin es.Demonstrates excellent analytical and spend management skills, consistently delivering accurate, professional, and error-free analyses within required timefram es.Adopts an action-oriented and consultative approach, proactively following up on feedback to achieve positive resul ts.Communicates with clarity and professionalism, both verbally and in writing, when engaging with leadership, client, and supplier stakeholde rs.Outstanding project management skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment in order to prioritize projects and multi-task in meeting deadlines and changing business needs and deadli nesExcellent analytical/spend management skills and ability to produce accurate, professional and error-free analysis in a timely mann er.Open to work at any sh ift
