Chief Supply Chain Leader – Mining & Heavy Industry (Senegal)

Apt Resources | Recruitment Specialists; Dubai; On-site; AED 328,000 - 348,000; Full time

Job summary

Apt Resources | Recruitment Specialists is seeking an experienced Head of Supply Chain to oversee end-to-end supply chain and logistics for a client in Senegal. The role requires developing strategies, managing procurement, logistics, inventory, and supplier relationships to ensure efficient material movement.

The ideal candidate will have an engineering background with 20+ years in supply chain and logistics within heavy industrial sectors, excellent leadership, and ERP skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, Chemical or related) is required.
• 20+ years of experience in supply chain management, logistics, or related functions.
• Extensive experience in mining, fertilizer, petrochemical, or heavy industrial sectors.
• Proven track record managing end-to-end supply chain and logistics in complex industrial environments.
• Strong knowledge of international logistics, freight forwarding, customs clearance, transportation, warehousing, and inventory management.
• Experience coordinating international suppliers and cross-border shipments.
• Strong leadership, negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and supply chain software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive supply chain strategies aligned with operational and business objectives.
• Oversee end-to-end supply chain operations, including procurement coordination, logistics, transportation, warehousing, and inventory management.
• Manage movement of raw materials, industrial equipment, spare parts, and operational supplies for timely delivery.
• Coordinate with procurement, operations, production, maintenance, and project teams to identify supply requirements and avoid disruptions.
• Establish and maintain relationships with suppliers, logistics providers, freight forwarders, and other partners.
• Oversee local and international logistics, including import/export, customs clearance, and cross-border transportation.
• Develop and monitor supply chain budgets, logistics costs, inventory levels, and KPIs.
• Identify opportunities to optimize costs and improve operational efficiency.
• Implement effective inventory control systems and ensure availability of critical materials and equipment.
• Assess supply chain risks and develop contingency plans for disruptions, delays, or shortages.
• Ensure compliance with regulations, customs requirements, and health and safety standards.
• Lead, develop, and supervise supply chain and logistics teams.
• Prepare regular reports on supply chain performance, costs, and improvement initiatives.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance reliability and support business growth.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Analytical

Problem solving

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Apt Resources | Recruitment Specialists is seeking an experienced Head of Supply Chain to oversee end-to-end supply chain and logistics for a client in Senegal. The role requires developing strategies, managing procurement, logistics, inventory, and supplier relationships to ensure efficient material movement.

The ideal candidate will have an engineering background with 20+ years in supply chain and logistics within heavy industrial sectors, excellent leadership, and ERP skills.