Supply Chain Director MEA

Ntsrecruitment; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading executive search firm is seeking a Supply Chain Director for the MEA region. This role involves overseeing and optimizing the entire supply chain function, ensuring operational excellence, managing supplier relationships, and leading a high-performing team. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 10 years in supply chain management, strong leadership skills, and proficiency in supply chain software. The role offers a chance to implement strategic initiatives and drive sustainability practices within the supply chain.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in supply chain management, preferably in leadership roles.
• Proven experience in driving supply chain optimization.
• Strong expertise in logistics and vendor management.

Responsibilities

• Lead and implement a supply chain strategy for the MEA region.
• Oversee logistics, procurement, and distribution to optimize efficiency.
• Manage relationships with suppliers, negotiating contracts for timely supply.

Skills

Supply chain optimization

Leadership

Logistics procurement

Vendor management

Inventory control

Problem-solving

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

We are NTS Group.

The regions leading Executive Search Outplacement & Career Transition firm across the Middle East bringing over 25 years of local expertise and a track record of exceptional service for our clients and candidates. Operating from our strategically positioned offices in Dubai London and Singapore we offer a comprehensive range of services delivered by industry experts. These include Contingency & Executive Search Campaigns Outplacement & Redundancy Support RPO Projects Talent Mapping Women in Leadership & Leadership Development and our awardwinning Executive Career Transitioning Programs.

We are currently working with a global leader to recruit a Supply Chain Director MEA this critical role you will oversee and optimize the entire supply chain function across the Middle East and Africa ensuring operational excellence cost efficiencies and compliance with regional regulations. The successful candidate will drive the strategic vision for supply chain processes manage key supplier relationships and lead the development of a highperforming team.

What Youll be Doing

• Lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive supply chain strategy for the MEA region ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.
• Oversee logistics procurement inventory management and distribution optimizing the supply chain for efficiency and costeffectiveness.
• Manage relationships with key suppliers and vendors negotiating contracts and ensuring highquality timely supply to meet business needs.
• Drive the S&OP process ensuring accurate demand forecasting and inventory planning to avoid stockouts and minimize excess inventory.
• Ensure compliance with local and international trade regulations customs laws and other supply chainrelated legal requirements across the MEA region.
• Collaborate with crossfunctional teams including Sales Finance and Operations to align supply chain activities with business goals and market needs.
• Lead mentor and develop a regional supply chain team fostering a culture of continuous improvement innovation and operational excellence.
• Implement sustainability initiatives within the supply chain focusing on reducing environmental impact and improving ecofriendly logistics practices.

Who You Are

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in supply chain management with a significant portion in leadership roles ideally within the MEA region.
• Proven track record of driving supply chain optimization and cost reductions.
• Strong expertise in logistics procurement vendor management and inventory control.
• Excellent leadership and team development skills with the ability to manage a large diverse team across multiple countries.
• Proficient in supply chain software (e.g. SAP Oracle) and demand forecasting tools.
• Deep understanding of regulatory requirements and compliance challenges specific to the MEA region.
• Strong problemsolving analytical and decisionmaking abilities with a strategic mindset.

Due to the large number of applications we receive we can only respond to candidates who have been shortlisted for the position. If you havent had a response within 5 working days please assume you have not been shortlisted. Many thanks and good luck in your job search.

Required Experience:

Director