Supply Chain Manager | Al-Futtaim Automotive - BYD | Riyadh
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About the Role
Al-Futtaim Automotive seeks a Supply Chain Manager to lead end-to-end parts supply chain for BYD & Denza in KSA. The role involves forecasting, inventory planning, OE management, and operational efficiency across the CDC and branches.
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Responsibilities
- Define and execute the Parts supply chain strategy for BYD & Denza in KSA
- Build and maintain demand forecasting models aligned to vehicle parc growth, seasonality, campaigns, and warranty cycles
- Set inventory targets across CDC and branches to optimize fill rates, availability, and working capital
- Govern core inventory KPIs including stock turn, first pick fill rate, back order ratio, aging stock, and obsolescence provisions
- Drive inventory accuracy through cycle counts, governance routines, and ERP discipline
- Standardize branch parts operations, replenishment cycles, VOR processes, and emergency order management
- Act as the primary KSA counterpart to BYD HQ supply chain teams for ordering, allocations, and supply commitments
- Manage OE order cycles, escalation routes, and resolution of shortages or supply disruptions
- Negotiate supply terms, pricing reviews, and service level commitments with OE and third party vendors
- Oversee inbound and outbound logistics, customs clearance, freight optimization, and last mile distribution to branches
- Deliver monthly supply chain performance reviews to Aftersales and brand leadership
- Partner with Aftersales, Service, Sales, Finance, and IT to align supply chain decisions with commercial priorities
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related discipline
- 13–20 years of experience in automotive Parts supply chain
- Proven track record of establishing or transforming parts operations across multi branch dealer networks
- Strong working knowledge of automotive ERP systems and BI reporting tools
- GCC or KSA market experience strongly preferred
- MBA or supply chain certification (CPIM, CSCP) preferred
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Overview of the Role
- The Supply Chain Manager will lead the end to end Parts supply chain function for BYD & Denza brands across KSA, owning forecasting, inventory planning, replenishment, and operational efficiency across the Central Distribution Center and all branch locations.
- The role carries direct commercial impact on Aftersales profitability, parts availability, and customer experience, and acts as the primary KSA supply chain interface with the OE principal.
- This is a senior leadership role critical to scaling BYD & Denza's Aftersales footprint in the Kingdom.
What You Will Do
- Define and execute the Parts supply chain strategy for BYD & Denza in KSA, covering forecasting, replenishment cycles, stocking norms, and obsolescence management.
- Build and maintain demand forecasting models aligned to vehicle parc growth, seasonality, campaigns, and warranty cycles.
- Set inventory targets across CDC and branches to optimize fill rates, availability, and working capital.
- Govern core inventory KPIs including stock turn, first pick fill rate, back order ratio, aging stock, and obsolescence provisions.
- Drive inventory accuracy through cycle counts, governance routines, and ERP discipline.
- Standardize branch parts operations, replenishment cycles, VOR processes, and emergency order management.
- Act as the primary KSA counterpart to BYD HQ supply chain teams for ordering, allocations, and supply commitments.
- Manage OE order cycles, escalation routes, and resolution of shortages or supply disruptions.
- Negotiate supply terms, pricing reviews, and service level commitments with OE and third party vendors.
- Oversee inbound and outbound logistics, customs clearance, freight optimization, and last mile distribution to branches.
- Drive warehouse productivity, layout optimization, and adherence to safety, quality, and HSE standards.
- Deliver monthly supply chain performance reviews to Aftersales and brand leadership.
Skills
- Strong commercial and analytical mindset with deep understanding of automotive parts economics
- Hands on inventory planning and demand forecasting capability
- Proven OE/principal stakeholder management at HQ level
- Operational excellence orientation across CDC and branch operations
- Advanced ERP and BI tools usage (SAP, Oracle, Kerridge, Power BI)
- Strong leadership and team development skills
- Negotiation, problem solving, and decision making under pressure
What Qualifies You for the Role
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related discipline. MBA or supply chain certification (CPIM, CSCP) preferred.
- 13–20 years of experience in automotive Parts supply chain, with strong exposure across CDC, branch operations, and OE management.
- Proven track record of establishing or transforming parts operations across multi branch dealer networks.
- Strong working knowledge of automotive ERP systems and BI reporting tools.
- GCC or KSA market experience strongly preferred.
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