Supply Chain Manager

Supply Chain Manager - KSA

The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for overseeing and optimizing all aspects of the supply chain operations in KSA, ensuring efficient, cost-effective, and timely delivery of products while maintaining high-quality standards and compliance with relevant regulations.

• Supply Chain Strategy & Planning: Develop and implement strategies aligned with business objectives to enhance operational efficiency. Establish performance metrics and KPIs to monitor and improve supply chain effectiveness. Collaborate with the regional team in Kuwait to ensure alignment of strategies and policies.
• Logistics Management: Oversee logistics operations, ensuring cost-efficient and timely deliveries. Optimize transportation routes, negotiate contracts with carriers, and enhance logistics capabilities while complying with regulatory and safety standards.
• Warehouse & Distribution Management: Manage warehouse operations, ensuring optimal space utilization, inventory accuracy, and adherence to safety standards. Align with the Warehouse Director in Kuwait to ensure consistent standards of warehouse management across the region. Oversee distribution processes to ensure timely and efficient delivery of products to customers across KSA.
• Purchasing & Procurement: Develop procurement strategies to ensure timely and cost-effective acquisition of goods and materials. Manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and maintain clear visibility for the whole procurement cycle.
• Quality Assurance (QA): Ensure adherence to quality standards throughout the supply chain process. Develop and implement quality control procedures and collaborate with QA teams for regular audits and assessments.
• Inventory Control & Management: Monitor and manage inventory levels to ensure optimal stock availability while minimizing excess and obsolete inventory. Implement inventory management systems and tools to enhance accuracy and efficiency. Coordinate with the Market Planning Head in Kuwait for accurate demand forecasting and inventory planning.
• Supply Chain Coordination: Supervise and mentor Supply Chain Coordinators, fostering collaboration among teams and promoting cross-functional coordination with regional counterparts.
• Financial Performance & Cost Optimization: Develop and manage the supply chain budget, monitor costs, and implement cost-saving initiatives. Provide regular financial reports and recommendations to senior management.
• People Management & Leadership: Lead, mentor, and develop a team of supply chain professionals, promoting a culture of continuous improvement.