VICE PRESIDENT SUPPLY CHAIN

Our client is a leading Holding Company with a very strong reputation in Saudi.

We are looking for an experienced candidate to take the position of VP Supply Chain to be based at their head office in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

JOB OVERVIEW

With solid experience in supply chain and related competencies, the candidate will manage the supply chain function and ensure cost-effective services are provided to all Business Units. The role involves driving continued improvement in the function by leveraging the quality of plans, supporting the business strategy, and leading the management of inventory to meet agreed target levels while ensuring optimal inventory is in place. The candidate should be able to define, develop, and implement regional supply chain strategy, inventory management, warehousing, logistics, distribution, and strategic sourcing while leading and developing a team of competent professionals in the department.

Reports to: President and CEO

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Leads the development and implementation of an effective supply chain and sourcing strategy at the Group level (Holding Company and SBUs) in line with the Group business strategy and objectives, considering the specific operational needs of various SBUs.
2. Leads the development and establishment of supply chain and procurement processes and systems with an emphasis on service and quality improvement in close coordination with SBUs. This includes liaising with the ICT Department to ensure the implementation of relevant supporting information systems across the Group.
3. Ensures that quality checks are performed across the Group (SBUs and Holdco) against the set supply chain quality standards, established policies and procedures, and local legislative regulations.
4. Oversees and supports the SBUs in demand planning and the recommendation of order quantities using tools and methods such as regression analysis.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Materials Management, Logistics and Distribution, or equivalent.
2. At least 10 – 15 years of experience in Supply Chain or Operations field.
3. At least 5 years in a similar role in a similar industry, preferably in a Group setting.
4. Open to all nationalities.

KEY SKILLS

1. Leadership skills
2. People management skills
3. Planning, organizing, and prioritizing skills
4. Analytical skills
5. Results orientation skills
6. Networking and relationship building skills
7. Knowledge of best manufacturing and supply chain practices and technologies including logistics, warehousing, inventory management, and materials management
8. Exposure to international methods of conducting business and managing supply chain activities
9. Knowledge of ERP systems

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Salary is a guideline only and will reflect experience levels and interview performance, typically between 40 - 50k SAR per month / $130-150k USD per annum + Benefits.

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