Supply Chain & Distribution Director

Gulf Connexions

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Ref: GP692-1314

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

Based out of Riyadh and supporting an FMCG & Retail business, you will be responsible for the day-to-day performance of the logistics function, ensuring the continuous improvement of operational standards, cost management and the availability of product and asset offerings at all times in the right quantities and quality at the right locations.

• Managing Logistics activities including inventory control, warehousing and physical distribution.
• Manage, implement and monitor service standards and work on developing and implementing short and long range plans.
• Administer and continuously work on developing best-in-class policies and procedures to ensure efficient and profitable operations.
• Monitor contractual agreements and provide merchandising, expense and loss control, fiscal planning and maintenance of machines and facilities.
• Prepare and present annual budgets for the function and manage the completion of all strategic projects and initiatives.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in warehousing/ supply chain management at least 3 of which in a similar role.
• Bachelor degree in Business Administration. Masters or MBA preferred.
• Professional qualifications in Operations, Logistics, and/or Industrial Engineering.
• Strong project management and communication skills.

About the Company

Gulf Connexions Group is the regions leading specialist recruitment consultancy providing a wealth of local and international expertise and in-depth market intelligence for its blue-chip clients and candidates.

Contact our consultants directly for your specialist recruitment requirements. For candidates searching for job opportunities and requiring informed career advice, Gulf Connexions provides updates on the top positions available across the region.

Headquartered in Bahrain in the heart of central business district, Gulf Connexions maintains offices in Abu Dhabi, Bahrain, Dubai, Hong Kong, Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and Singapore, fully equipped with state-of-the-art database technologies. Gulf Connexions has a rigorous screening process for all prospective candidates with interviewing facilities available throughout the region.

Gulf Connexions has the most extensive database of experienced and qualified banking candidates available for regional deployment. Gulf Connexions works closely with the region\'s leading blue chip organizations providing candidates with excellent career path development and unrivaled employment opportunities.

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