Senior Manager – Supply Chain

DMC; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 500,000 - 750,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

UAE Labor Law Benefits

Job summary

DMC in the UAE is seeking a Senior Manager – Supply Chain to lead end-to-end supply chain operations across multiple group companies. The role focuses on procurement, planning, shipment tracking, inventory control, and ensuring timely delivery while optimising costs and compliance with local and international regulations.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in pharmaceutical distribution, deep knowledge of trade finance, Incoterms, and UAE customs, and is adept at coordinating with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, Finance, or a related field.
• 8–12 years' experience in supply chain, procurement, logistics, or international trade.
• Experience managing operations across multiple companies.
• Strong knowledge of UAE customs, Incoterms, and trade finance documentation.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end supply chain operations across multiple group companies.
• Oversee procurement, planning, shipment tracking, inventory control, and delivery schedules.
• Coordinate with international suppliers, freight forwarders, and customs to ensure smooth operations.
• Ensure timely delivery while controlling costs and delays.
• Develop and implement supply chain policies and control systems.
• Manage complex international trade transactions including imports/exports.
• Oversee shipping documents and LC/CAD/payment-related documentation.
• Ensure compliance with UAE and international regulations.
• Monitor costs, routes, and demurrage to optimize logistics expenses.
• Collaborate with finance, sales, warehouse, and legal teams for reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Supply chain management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, Finance, or a related field

Tools

ERP systems

Inventory management systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job description

We are recruiting a Senior Manager – Supply Chainfor a prominent pharmaceutical distribution company based in Dubai, UAE.

About Our Client:

Our client is a well‑established pharmaceutical organization in Dubai, recognized for delivering high‑quality healthcare and wellness products across the region. With strong operational standards and a commitment to excellence, the company continues to expand its portfolio and strengthen its presence in the UAE’s healthcare sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end supply chain operations across multiplegroup companies
• Oversee procurement, order planning, shipment tracking,inventory control, and delivery schedules
• Coordinate with international suppliers, manufacturers,logistics providers, freight forwarders, and clearing agents to ensure smoothsupply chain operations
• Ensure the timely delivery of goods while controlling costsand minimizing delays
• Develop and implement supply chain policies, procedures, andcontrol systems to improve operational efficiency
• Manage complex international trade transactions, includingimports, exports, re‑exports, and cross‑border shipments
• Oversee shipping documentation, including commercialinvoices, packing lists, certificates of origin, bills of lading, airway bills,and customs documents
• Coordinate with banks and finance teams to manage letters ofcredit (LCs), cash against documents (CAD), advance payments, bank guarantees,and other trade finance requirements
• Ensure compliance with UAE and international traderegulations, customs requirements, sanctions screening, and documentationstandards
• Monitor shipping routes, freight costs, demurrage charges,port charges, insurance costs, and customs clearance timelines to optimizelogistics expenses
• Manage supply chain activities across multiple companieswithin the group structure
• Coordinate intercompany transactions, stock transfers, andthe preparation of related documentation
• Work closely with finance, sales, warehouse, legal, andmanagement teams to ensure accurate reporting and regulatory compliance
• Support group-level procurement planning and negotiatefavorable commercial terms by consolidating purchasing requirements acrossgroup companies
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard reliable local andinternational suppliers to meet business requirements
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, andservice agreements with suppliers and service providers
• Maintain strong supplier relationships and resolve issuesrelated to delivery delays, product quality, shortages, and documentationdiscrepancies
• Monitor supplier performance and implement continuousimprovement measures to enhance service quality and operational efficiency
• Monitor inventory levels and ensure stock availability basedon business requirements and demand forecasts
• Implement effective inventory management practices toprevent overstocking, dead stock, and stock shortages
• Establish and maintain inventory control procedures andconduct periodic stock reconciliations to ensure accuracy
• Coordinate with warehouse teams to manage goods receiving,dispatch, storage, and stock movements efficiently

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, BusinessAdministration, Logistics, Finance, or a related field
• Minimum of 8–12 years of experience in supply chainmanagement, procurement, logistics, or international trade
• Extensive experience managing supply chain operations acrossmultiple companies or business units
• Proven experience handling complex international tradetransactions, import and export documentation, and trade finance operations
• Experience in industries such as pharmaceuticals, oil andgas, trading, distribution, or manufacturing will be an advantage
• Strong understanding of UAE customs regulations,international shipping terms, Incoterms, letter of credit documentation, andbanking procedures
• Proficiency in ERP systems, inventory management systems,and Microsoft Excel

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Employee Benefits as per UAE Labor Law