Senior Warehouse Specialist - Operations

ADNOC Abu Dhabi UAE; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

ADNOC Group in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Senior Warehouse Specialist - Operations to strengthen warehouse performance, improve inventory controls and coordinate with logistics teams. The role develops and implements practical strategies to ensure safe, efficient materials handling across the supply chain.

The candidate will lead teams, optimize order fulfillment, and monitor budgets and performance metrics, contributing to cost reductions and compliance with safety and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required with extensive leadership experience in warehouse operations.

Responsibilities

• Establish warehouse operating procedures and improvement plans aligned with business priorities.

Skills

warehouse operations planning

inventory management

receiving and dispatch

order fulfillment

warehouse performance metrics

vendor coordination

budget monitoring

safety compliance

training staff

operational reporting

process improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Finance

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Job description

Senior Warehouse Specialist - Operations

Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Industry: Oil & Energy

Function: Warehouse / Inventory

Experience: 10 years in warehouse operations, including at least 8 years in leadership

Job Type: Full-time

Job Details

Country: United Arab Emirates

City: Abu Dhabi

Industry: Oil & Energy

Function: Warehouse / Inventory

Salary: Not disclosed

Gender: Any

Candidate Nationality: Any

Job Type: Full-time

Work Arrangement: On-site

Position Overview

ADNOC Group is seeking a Senior Warehouse Specialist - Operations in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, within the Oil & Energy industry, to strengthen warehouse performance, inventory controls and stakeholder coordination.

This opportunity focuses on reliable materials handling, efficient order fulfillment, cost management and compliance across warehouse activities supporting the wider business.

Role Purpose

Develop and implement practical warehouse operating strategies that improve inventory accuracy, service delivery and cost efficiency. The specialist works with warehouse teams, transport and logistics colleagues, vendors and affiliated companies to maintain safe, coordinated operations and ensure that materials move through the supply chain effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish warehouse operating procedures and improvement plans aligned with business priorities.
• Review warehouse performance measures, investigate inefficiencies and implement corrective actions.
• Improve inventory management, order fulfillment, receiving and dispatch practices.
• Coordinate with transportation and logistics departments to reduce handover delays and improve service continuity.
• Develop training programs for warehouse supervisors and staff covering operating methods and safety requirements.
• Inspect warehouse facilities and equipment, identify maintenance needs and follow up on safety compliance.
• Review regulatory obligations and address gaps in warehouse procedures or working practices.
• Prepare and manage warehouse operating budgets, assess variances and identify responsible cost-reduction opportunities.
• Support supplier and vendor relationship management, including contract discussions when required.
• Evaluate relevant industry developments and recommend suitable technologies or process improvements.
• Coordinate with ADNOC affiliated companies on information sharing and potential intercompany materials transfers.

Stakeholder Engagement

Work with the SVP Group Commercial Operations and Execution and other division leaders to align warehouse services with organizational requirements. Engage suppliers, vendors and government representatives to clarify purchasing-related regulations and emerging requirements. Maintain effective relationships with internal operational teams and external service providers.

Operational Leadership and Governance

Supervise assigned activities and support staff development through targeted coaching and training. Implement approved policies, operating standards and internal procedures. Contribute to departmental performance objectives, management information reports and progress updates. Promote process improvements that enhance operational efficiency while maintaining appropriate controls.

Health, Safety and Sustainability

Apply relevant ADNOC HSE requirements, applicable legislation and sustainability guidance across warehouse activities. Monitor compliance with safe operating procedures, identify corrective actions and support a culture of responsible materials handling.

Ideal Profile

The role requires a warehouse operations professional who can translate performance data into workable improvements, manage competing operational priorities and communicate effectively with stakeholders. Strong knowledge of inventory workflows, distribution interfaces, warehouse safety, vendor coordination and cost control is important. Candidates should be comfortable leading teams and implementing changes across established operating processes.

Qualifications and Experience

Bachelor 's degree in Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain, Business Administration or Logistics. A master 's degree is preferred. At least 10 years of warehouse operations experience, including a minimum of 8 years in a leadership role. Relevant certifications in warehouse management, supply chain or logistics are preferred.

Skills Set

• warehouse operations planning;
• inventory management;
• receiving and dispatch;
• order fulfillment;
• warehouse performance metrics;
• vendor and supplier coordination;
• transport and logistics integration;
• budget monitoring;
• safety compliance;
• workforce training;
• operational reporting;
• process improvement.

Why Join Us

This role contributes to the dependable movement and availability of materials across a large energy business. It offers exposure to operational improvement, cross-functional coordination and warehouse governance in an environment where reliable logistics directly supports business continuity.

About the Company

ADNOC Group operates across the energy value chain in Abu Dhabi. Its commercial and supply chain activities support operational requirements through coordinated procurement, materials management and logistics services.