Executive- SUPPLIER ONBOARDING SPECIALIST - VOIS

Job Description

Who we are

VOIS (Vodafone Intelligent Solutions) is a strategic arm of Vodafone Group Plc, creating value for customers by delivering intelligent solutions through Talent, Technology & Transformation.As the largest shared services organisation in the global telco industry with 30,000 FTE, our portfolio of next-generation solutions and services are designed in partnership with customers across Vodafone Group, local markets, and partner markets to simplify and drive growth. With our strategic partner Accenture, we work alongside our Vodafone customers, other Telco and tech companies to drive transformation, meet the challenges of our industry and ensure we stay relevant and resilient. This partnership is a unique, industry-first model which brings together the best of in-house and 3rd party capability.We work with customers across 28 countries from 10 VOIS locations: Albania, Egypt, Hungary, India, Romania, Spain, Turkey, UK, Germany, Ireland, and with a network of teams in Czech Republic, Italy, Greece, and Portugal.
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About this Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented individual to manage and optimise the supplier onboarding process within our Supply Chain Management function. This role involves coordinating end-to-end vendor onboarding, ensuring compliance, and driving process improvements. You will work closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to deliver seamless operations and enhance efficiency.

What you will do

• Manage and own the vendor onboarding process from start to finish.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders and act as a subject matter expert.
• Set controls and drive process improvements to maximise efficiency.
• Organise workflow for repetitive tasks in a structured environment.
• Manage internal and external stakeholders effectively.
• Coordinate calls with VPC stakeholders and local markets to resolve process-related issues.
• Perform periodic spend analyses to rationalise the vendor base.
• Collaborate with Finance and Legal teams to improve vendor-related processes.
• Deliver monthly reporting on team activities and ensure SLA and KPI compliance.
• Support tool enhancement, digitisation, and process improvement initiatives.

Who you are

• Essential:
  • SAP Sourcing knowledge and expertise in supplier onboarding.
  • Strong MS Excel and presentation skills.
• Desired:
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to manage change and work independently.
  • High organisational skills with the ability to juggle multiple priorities.
  • Superior analytical ability and project management experience.
  • Proficiency in MS Office tools.
• Education:
  • Essential: BCom/MBA.
  • Desired: Green Belt, PRINCE2 or PMP certification.

Not a Perfect Fit?

Concerned you may not meet every requirement? Vodafone is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. If you are excited about this role but your experience does not align exactly with every aspect of the job description, you are encouraged to apply. You may be the right candidate for this or another opportunity, and the recruitment team will support you in exploring where your skills fit best.

What’s in it for you

• Opportunity to work in a global organisation with exposure to multiple markets.
• Collaborative work environment with a focus on innovation and continuous improvement.
• Professional development through challenging projects and stakeholder engagement.
• Access to advanced tools and digitisation initiatives.

What skills you will learn

• Advanced supplier onboarding and sourcing processes.
• Stakeholder management across global teams.
• Process optimisation and digitisation techniques.
• Analytical and project management skills in a dynamic environment.

VOIS Equal Opportunity Employer Commitment

Vodafone recognises and celebrates the value of diversity in building a workforce that reflects the customers and communities it serves. No form of discrimination is tolerated. This includes, but is not limited to, discrimination based on race, colour, age, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, maternity or parental status, ethnicity, disability, religion or belief, political affiliation, trade union membership, nationality, citizenship, indigenous status, medical condition, HIV status, neurodiversity, social origin, cultural background, marital or civil partnership status, or socio-economic background.

Join Us

At Vodafone, we’re working hard to build a better future. A more connected, inclusive and sustainable world. As a dynamic global community, it's our human spirit, together with technology, that empowers us to achieve this.
We challenge and innovate in order to connect people, businesses, and communities across the world. Delighting our customers and earning their loyalty drive us, and we experiment, learn fast and get it done, together.
With us, you can truly be yourself and belong, share inspiration, embrace new opportunities, thrive, and make a real difference.

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