Director of Supply Chain (UAEN Sharjah only)
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About the Role
A government entity in Sharjah seeks a Director of Supply Chain to formulate and implement supply chain strategies, oversee procurement, warehouse management, and logistics. The role requires a Bachelor's degree with 12+ years of supply chain experience, including 4+ years in a managerial position.
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Responsibilities
- Formulate and enable the implementation of Supply Chain strategies, plans, policies and procedures
- Develop and oversee the function's budget to ensure financial resources are allocated efficiently
- Establish a robust framework for tracking and evaluating the effectiveness of Supply Chain initiatives
- Develop and enforce supply chain frameworks, policies, and procedures, including supplier prequalification processes
- Establish and maintain efficient systems for procurement, warehouse management, and logistics
- Maintain close oversight of supply chain operations across entities to ensure efficiency and cost optimization
- Oversee supplier selection, negotiation of contracts, and management of supplier relationships
- Lead logistics operations, optimizing transportation and distribution networks
- Oversee warehousing operations, ensuring efficient storage, handling, and distribution of inventory
- Implement inventory management best practices to minimize costs and optimize stock levels
- Monitor and analyze supply chain performance metrics, implementing improvements
- Provide leadership and mentorship to the Supply Chain team
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 12 years of working in a Supply Chain department
- Post Graduate Degree with a minimum of 10 years of working in a Supply Chain department is preferred
- A minimum of 4 years of experience in a managerial position
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Role
- Formulate and enable the implementation of Supply Chain strategies, plans, policies and procedures in alignment with Ektifa’s strategies & objectives
- Develop and oversee the function's budget to ensure financial resources are allocated efficiently and in alignment with organizational goals
- Establish a robust framework for tracking and evaluating the effectiveness of Supply Chain initiatives across Ektifa
- Develop and enforce supply chain frameworks, policies, and procedures, including supplier prequalification processes to ensure compliance and quality standards
- Establish and maintain efficient systems for procurement, warehouse management, and logistics to support seamless operations across all entities
- Maintain close oversight of supply chain operations across entities to ensure efficiency, effectiveness, and cost optimization across all functions
- Oversee supplier selection, negotiation of contracts, and management of supplier relationships across entities to ensure high quality materials and services at competitive prices
- Lead the logistics operations, optimizing transportation and distribution networks to ensure timely delivery of products and materials
- Manage relationships with logistics providers, negotiate contracts, and implement strategies to reduce transportation costs and improve service levels across all entities
- Oversee warehousing operations, ensuring efficient storage, handling, and distribution of inventory across all entities
- Implement inventory management best practices to minimize costs and optimize stock levels, reducing the risk of shortages or excess inventory
- Monitor and analyze supply chain performance metrics, implementing improvements and corrective actions as necessary
Skills
- Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 12 years of working in a Supply Chain department is required
- Post Graduate Degree with a minimum of 10 years of working in a Supply Chain department is preferred
- A minimum of 4 years of experience in a managerial position
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