Supply Chain Director

One of our prestigious client, a leading organization in the oil and gas industry, based in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is seeking a Supply Chain Director

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement Supply Chain strategy and verify procedural compliance to company policies and procedures.
• Support Supply Chain activities, ensuring that the people, structure, and resources are adequate to support business needs.
• Establish department strategic goals and objectives while monitoring KPI performance to drive process improvements and best-in-class Supply Chain performance in all areas.
• Interact with all departments to provide Supply Chain support and ensure awareness and compliance with Supply Chain procedures.
• Responsible for the Training and Development of Supply Chain personnel.
• Prepare and manage departmental budgets, including central warehouse and facilities.
• Support local content initiatives in alignment with regional and national goals.
• Negotiate, implement, and audit major contracts with vendors ensuring full compliance with laws and company requirements.
• Oversee supplier relationship engagement models, monitor supplier/category performance, and engage with suppliers to improve performance.
• Direct strategic sourcing functions through strategy, resource optimization, profitability, and KPIs resulting in maximized customer satisfaction.
• Manage tactical procurement activities for all goods and services, inclusive of capital and MRO items.
• Ensure procurement best practices are adopted, involving Procurement Personnel in commercial negotiations to secure the best quality, value, and delivery at the lowest cost.
• Manage logistical plans and activities to ensure continuous supply of equipment/spares to rigs across the fleet cost-effectively.
• Provide leadership to resolve complex customs issues while ensuring compliant activities to minimize risks.
• Develop and lead Inventory Management Strategy to optimize inventory levels and lower working capital costs.
• Ensure all inventories at onshore and offshore facilities are stored as per company standards.
• Oversee the management of all offshore and onshore warehouses and yards.
• Ensure adherence to safety policies and procedures in facilities, warehouses, and yards, tracking compliance reporting.
• Oversee receipt, sale, and disposal of assets, equipment, and inventory as per company procedures.
• Lead, develop, and manage business processes for the ERP system to support Supply Chain.
• Provide functional guidance and training on using ERP and related systems for Supply Chain Management.
• Develop strategic procedures and programs for corporate travel while overseeing travel arrangements (air, lodgings, etc.) and operations.
• Manage relationships with travel agencies and vendors, including negotiating contracts or rates.
• Oversee overall operations of facilities, including site support, layout planning, cleaning, and catering.
• Manage the company rental vehicle fleet with vendors.

Qualifications - Bachelors degree in Engineering, Business Management, or a related field in Supply Chain Management.

Required Skills

• Proficiency in all aspects of Supply Chain Management, including Global Sourcing and Procurement (Capex, MRO), Customs, Logistics, Inventory, Onshore and Offshore Warehousing, Travel, and Facilities Management.
• Vision and interpersonal skills to drive Supply Chain performance and excellence.
• Ability to manage senior-level professionals to perform complex responsibilities requiring judgment, commitment, and initiative.