Director Supply Chain, tMart UAE
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About the Role
talabat is looking for a Director Supply Chain to lead the growth of tMart, owning demand planning and supply chain operations. The role involves forecasting, inventory management, warehouse operations, transportation, and network optimization.
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Responsibilities
- Own end to end demand forecasting accuracy across all categories and channels
- Drive product availability as the primary business metric through optimized forecasting and replenishment strategies
- Manage inventory health and Days on Hand (DOH) targets across warehouses and stores
- Optimize stock allocation across stores and distribution centers
- Lead forecasting enhancement initiatives through advanced analytics, AI, and Intelligent Demand Planning (IDP) tools
- Own the design, optimization, and performance of the UAE supply chain network
- Optimize transportation flows, routes, network design, truck utilization, and contract structures
- Lead warehouse and network optimization projects, incorporating automation and industry best practices
- Serve as the primary point of contact for warehouse and transportation 3PL partners
- Monitor and improve key contractual KPIs including On Time Delivery, Damage Rates, Service Compliance, Cost Efficiency
- Maintain inventory accuracy targets through robust reconciliation processes
- Lead and develop Supply Chain and Distribution Center Teams
Requirements
- 8–12+ years of experience in Demand Planning, Supply Chain, Logistics, Warehouse Operations, or Network Optimization
- Proven leadership experience managing multi functional supply chain teams
- Experience operating within complex distribution networks involving multiple warehouses, stores, cross docks, and third party logistics providers
- Strong background in inventory management, forecasting, transportation optimization, and warehouse operations
- Experience leading large scale transformation, automation, or systems implementation projects
- Exceptional analytical and quantitative capabilities
- Strong business and financial acumen with understanding of P&L, working capital, and cash flow drivers
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Role Overview
- We’re looking for a Director Supply Chain to join the team and focus on growing our own Grocery Store “tMart”. This role is critical leadership role at the core of tMart UAE's business performance.
WHAT’S ON YOUR PLATE?
- Own end to end demand forecasting accuracy across all categories and channels.
- Drive product availability as the primary business metric through optimized forecasting and replenishment strategies.
- Manage inventory health and Days on Hand (DOH) targets across warehouses and stores.
- Optimize stock allocation across stores and distribution centers.
- Lead forecasting enhancement initiatives through advanced analytics, AI, and Intelligent Demand Planning (IDP) tools.
- Balance service levels, inventory investment, and waste reduction to maximize profitability.
- Partner closely with Commercial, Operations, and Inventory teams to anticipate business needs and proactively plan capacity and stock requirements.
- Own the design, optimization, and performance of the UAE supply chain network
- Optimize transportation flows, routes, network design, truck utilization, and contract structures.
- Identify opportunities to reduce logistics costs while improving service levels and fill rates.
- Lead warehouse and network optimization projects, incorporating automation and industry best practices.
- Proactively map and implement new operational flows and processes as the business scales.
WHAT DID WE ORDER?
- 8–12+ years of experience in Demand Planning, Supply Chain, Logistics, Warehouse Operations, or Network Optimization.
- Proven leadership experience managing multi functional supply chain teams.
- Experience operating within complex distribution networks involving multiple warehouses, stores, cross docks, and third party logistics providers.
- Strong background in inventory management, forecasting, transportation optimization, and warehouse operations.
- Experience leading large scale transformation, automation, or systems implementation projects.
- Exceptional analytical and quantitative capabilities.
- Strong business and financial acumen with understanding of P&L, working capital, and cash flow drivers.
- Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands on execution.
- Deep understanding of supply chain flows, inventory dynamics, and operational processes.
- Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.
- Ability to lead through ambiguity and solve business problems.
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