Job Description
Roles & Responsibilities
This is an E2E supply chain role, where the SC Director will oversee all functions from planning through to delivery/distribution. This include warehousing, inventory, procurement, purchasing, demand planning, transportation, customs clearance, quality, HSE, and manufacturing.
Key Requirements
Industry & Functional Experience:
10-15 years of progressive supply chain experience in Consumer Goods / FMCG (preferably food & beverage or dairy).
5-7 years in senior leadership roles in organisations with multi-site and multi-category (dry, chill, frozen goods) logistics operations,
Experience working in the Middle East, with solid knowledge of the Gulf region market is mandatory
Proven track record in operational efficiency (cost savings initiatives), imports, exports, team development, etc.
Hard Skills & Technical Capabilities
KPI development and implementation
Sales and Operations Planning expert
ERP savvy (Oracle, SAP)
Knowledgeable of regional customs and compliance regulations
Fluency in English language (Arabic will be a plus)
Soft Skills & Mindset
Strategic thinker with a customer service and cost efficiency mindset.
Transformational leader who challenges the status quo.
Data-driven decision-maker.
Collaborative and adaptable in dynamic environments.
Inspiring communicator and people-developer.
Integrity and alignment with our client's values of health and sustainability.
Resilient and persuasive.
Education & Credentials
Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or related field (required).
MBA (will be given preference).
Certifications such as CSCP, CPSM, CLTD, Six Sigma (Green or Black Belt)
Desired Candidate Profile
Industry & Functional Experience:
10-15 years of progressive supply chain experience in Consumer Goods / FMCG (preferably food & beverage or dairy).
5-7 years in senior leadership roles in organisations with multi-site and multi-category (dry, chill, frozen goods) logistics operations,
Experience working in the Middle East, with solid knowledge of the Gulf region market is mandatory
Proven track record in operational efficiency (cost savings initiatives), imports, exports, team development, etc.
Hard Skills & Technical Capabilities
KPI development and implementation
Sales and Operations Planning expert
ERP savvy (Oracle, SAP)
Knowledgeable of regional customs and compliance regulations
Fluency in English language (Arabic will be a plus)
Soft Skills & Mindset
Strategic thinker with a customer service and cost efficiency mindset.
Transformational leader who challenges the status quo.
Data-driven decision-maker.
Collaborative and adaptable in dynamic environments.
Inspiring communicator and people-developer.
Integrity and alignment with our client's values of health and sustainability.
Resilient and persuasive.
Education & Credentials
Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Engineering, or related field (required).
MBA (will be given preference).
Certifications such as CSCP, CPSM, CLTD, Six Sigma (Green or Black Belt)