Senior Specialist, Warehouse Operations Excellence

ADNOC; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Job summary

ADNOC invites senior professionals to lead and optimize warehouse operations, driving efficiency, safety, and cost reduction. The Senior Specialist will analyze processes, implement best practices in inventory, order fulfillment, and shipping, and collaborate across departments to integrate warehouse activities with business goals.

With a minimum of 10 years in warehouse operations and 8 years in leadership, you will develop strategies, budgets, and training programs while ensuring compliance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain, Business Administration or Logistics; Master’s preferred.
• Around 10 years in warehouse operations with 8+ in leadership.
• Professional certifications in warehouse or supply chain management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and implement warehouse operations strategies aligned with ADNOC goals.
• Develop training programs for warehouse supervisors and staff.
• Analyze performance metrics and implement improvement plans.
• Lead collaboration with transportation and logistics for seamless integration.
• Review compliance with regulatory and safety requirements and advise on corrective actions.
• Develop and manage the warehouse operations budget and cost-reduction strategies.
• Ensure maintenance and compliance of facilities and equipment with safety regs.
• Stay updated on industry trends and implement new technologies.
• Provide inputs for MIS and progress reports.
• Coordinate with SVP and division heads to align objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

HSE Compliance

Strategic Planning

Vendor Management

Negotiation

Communication

Education

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

Job description

JOB PURPOSE:

The Senior Specialist, Warehouse Operations Excellence is responsible for driving operational efficiency and excellence within the warehouse operations. This role involves analyzing and optimizing warehouse processes, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards, and implementing best practices in inventory management, order fulfillment, and shipping and receiving. The position requires collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration between warehouse operations and other business functions. The Senior Specialist will also stay updated on industry trends and developments, leveraging new technologies and processes to enhance operational performance. This role is critical in achieving cost reduction, improving efficiency, and maintaining high standards of safety and quality within the warehouse environment.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Job Specific:

• Prepare and implement warehouse operations strategies and procedures that align with the company's goals and objectives.
• Develop and produce training programs for warehouse supervisors and staff to ensure adherence to safety and operating procedures.
• Examine warehouse performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and execute action plans to address issues.
• Deliver best practices in inventory management, order fulfillment, and shipping and receiving processes.
• Lead collaboration with other departments, such as transportation and logistics, to facilitate seamless integration between warehouse operations and other business functions.
• Review compliance with regulatory and safety requirements and advise on corrective actions as needed.
• Develop and manage the warehouse operations budget, producing cost reduction strategies wherever possible.
• Advise on the maintenance and compliance of warehouse facilities and equipment with safety regulations.
• Analyze relationships with key vendors and suppliers and negotiate contracts as needed.
• Stay updated on industry trends and developments, and execute new technologies and processes as appropriate.

Generic:

Supervision

• Plan, supervise and coordinate all activities in the assigned area to meet functional objectives.
• Train and develop the assigned staff on relevant skills to enable them to become proficient on the job and deliver the respective business objectives.

Budgets

• Provide input for preparation of the Function / Division / Department / Section budgets, assist in the implementation of the approved Budget, and work plans to deliver business objectives.
• Investigate and highlight any significant variances to support effective performance and cost control.

Policies, Systems, Processes & Procedures

• Implement approved Function/ Division/ Department/ Section policies, processes, systems, standards and procedures in order to support execution of the work programs in line with Company and International standards.

Performance Management

• Contribute to the achievement of the approved Performance Objectives for the Function/ Division / Department/ Section in line with the Company Performance framework.

Innovation and Continuous Improvement

• Design and implement new tools and techniques to improve the quality and efficiency of operational processes.
• Identify improvements in internal processes against best practices in pursuit of greater efficiency in line with best industry standards in order to define intelligent solutions for issues confronting the function.

Health, Safety, Environment (HSE) and Sustainability

• Comply with relevant HSE policies, procedures, controls, applicable legislation, and sustainability guidelines in line with international standards, best practices and ADNOC Code of Practices.

Reports

• Provide inputs to prepare MIS and progress reports for Company Management.

COMMUNICATION & WORKING RELATIONSHIP:

Internal:

Coordinate with the SVP Group Commercial Operations & Execution and other Division heads in the function to ensure alignment of warehouse operations with overall business objectives. Regularly interact with staff within the Executive Function, Directorate, and other Directorates on divisional matters.

External:

Manage relationships with suppliers and vendor organizations, ensuring compliance with service standards and negotiating contracts as needed. Occasionally liaise with government officials to clarify regulations affecting warehouse operations and discuss matters of mutual interest.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

Minimum Qualification

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field Master's degree preferred.

Minimum Experience & Knowledge & Skills

10 years of experience in warehouse operations, with at least 8 years in a leadership role.

Professional Certifications

Relevant certifications in warehouse management, supply chain management, or logistics are preferred.