Senior Supply Chain Director

Overview The Senior Supply Chain Director in the Business Unit is responsible for creating and executing a strategic plan for supply chain and material management, covering the procurement of both direct and indirect goods and services. This role includes managing the development and continuous improvement of supply chain policies and procedures, and establishing a centralized program to enhance the organization\'s value and efficiency. The director will have operational responsibility for developing and implementing policies, procedures, and systems that support the company\'s procurement and materials management activities.

Responsibilities

Develop and communicate an efficient supply chain business plan within the business unit to establish, communicate and implement long-term goals in order to promote effectiveness and efficiency.

Ensure the business unit\'s inventories are optimal by maximizing the production and marketing of the products as planned.

Serve as the primary contact for the business unit\'s supply chain related questions, training, policy and procedure interpretation and alignment by all departments.

Oversee contract development and administration within the assigned business unit.

Manage current policies, procedures and programs with a focus on their ability to enhance organizational value and efficiency; meet regularly with respective departments regarding procurement for their understanding and / or recommendations to enhance policies, procedures and develop, communicate and implement new / revised policies, procedures and programs as needed.

Develop a centralized program that adds value and efficiency to the business unit.

Ensure the proper and efficient processing of all purchase orders; development of bids and proposals and manage any reconciliation of any invoice discrepancies.

Qualifications

Expertise in supply chain management principles, including demand planning, inventory optimization, and logistics operations, to develop and implement strategic supply chain initiatives.

Strong leadership and team management abilities to lead cross-functional supply chain teams, delegate responsibilities, and drive operational excellence.

Advanced analytical skills to analyze supply chain data, identify trends, and make informed decisions to optimize supply chain performance and mitigate risks.

Experience in implementing supply chain technologies and systems to streamline processes, enhance visibility, and improve efficiency across the supply chain.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, build strong relationships, and drive alignment towards common supply chain goals and objectives.

ERP knowledge preferably SAP functional skills are a requirement to be successful in this role.

Experience

Minimum 15 year(s) working experience, 10 year(s) in a relevant management / leadership position, 5 year(s) GCC is a plus

Education

Bachelor\'s Degree in Business Administration or Commerce

Professional Qualification in any related field or Material Management

Competencies

Agility

Build High-Performing Teams

Build Process and Systems

Drive Cost Optimization

E-Procurement Tools L5

Leadership

Materials Management L5

Provide Direction

Purchasing Benchmarking L5

Quality

Resilience

Risk Management L5

Speed of Execution

Total Cost Of Ownership (TCO) L5

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