Oct 24, 2023
You will play a crucial part in managing the complete procurement process from beginning to end as a procurement manager. Maintaining vendor relationships, managing outsourced managed services, assisting with vendor contract renewals, and supervising the Office Administration staff are all part of your duties.
Hybrid working - 3 days in the office, 2 days remote/ WFH is the norm
Flexible working hours - we trust you to choose how and when you work best
A dog-friendly office (There ar dog-free areas too, if pooches aren’t your thing)
Profit sharing scheme - we win, you win
Private medical cover
Life Assurance - for long-term peace of mind
On-site gym - take care of yourself
Relocation support - available
VISA Sponsorship - available
Quarterly Team Building days - we’ve done Paintballing, go-karting, and even Ninja Warrior
Kwalee Artificial Intelligence (K.A.I) - win prizes for proposing useful AI initiatives
Management of a company-wide, efficient, and agile procurement process.
Negotiation with vendors with the aim of achieving best value for Kwalee, procuring high quality goods and services within established time constraints.
Maintain good third-party vendor governance and oversee the management of outsourced services relationships, working with relationship owners and heads of division to ensure contractual terms are met and relationships maintained.
Support the management of spend budgets, working with budget holders to ensure all spend is tracked, accounted for, and reported to internal stakeholders.
Build and manage a brilliant team of Office Administrators to support procurement, vendor management, and general office administration.
Help maintain Kwalee’s position as a leading game producer and publisher. Build capability such that Kwalee develops its market and commercial position.
Vendor Selection and Management:
Identify and evaluate potential suppliers and negotiate favourable terms and agreements.
Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure timely and quality product delivery.
Cost Control:
Monitor and control procurement budgets and costs to maximise efficiency and reduce expenses.
Implement cost-saving initiatives and strategies without compromising quality.
Inventory & Asset Management:
Manage inventory levels within Office Administration and support stock management in other departments such as within Information Technology, to meet business needs while minimising excess stock and associated costs.
Implement inventory control and asset tracking systems to optimise stock turnover and management. Maintain an up-to-date asset register.
Quality Assurance:
Ensure that all procured goods and services meet quality and safety standards and are fit for purpose.
Work with suppliers to resolve quality issues promptly.
Strategic Sourcing:
Develop and execute sourcing strategies that align with business objectives. Support the selection and management of strategic managed services partners as needed.
Stay updated on market trends and technology advancements
Contract Negotiation:
Negotiate and manage supplier contracts to secure advantageous terms for Kwalee.
Continuously review and update contracts to reflect changing business needs.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including game development, production, and supply chain, to align procurement with project goals and timelines.
Compliance and Risk Management:
Ensure compliance with legal and ethical standards in procurement practices.
Identify and mitigate procurement-related risks.
Office Administration Team Management
Manage the Office Administration teams in Kwalee’s office hubs. Ensure Office Administration activities are completed in a timely manner