Supply Chain Manager

Agile Consultants; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm in Dubai seeks an experienced Supply Chain Manager to oversee end-to-end supply chain operations, including procurement, logistics, and inventory management. The ideal candidate will demonstrate 7-10 years of relevant experience, strong negotiation skills, and proficiency in ERP systems. Responsibilities include strategy development, supplier management, and compliance assurance. This full-time role offers opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of progressive supply chain experience required.
• Experience in project-based or industrial environments preferred.
• Proven skills in procurement and logistics management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement supply chain strategies aligning with business objectives.
• Manage procurement processes and supplier relationships.
• Oversee inventory management and warehouse operations.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and risk management.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Planning and forecasting

Leadership capabilities

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Professional certification (CIPS, APICS/CPIM, CSCP)

Tools

ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle)

MS Office

Job description

Overview

The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for planning, managing, and executing end-to-end supply chain operations, including procurement, logistics, inventory, warehousing, and supplier management. The role ensures the timely and cost-effective supply of materials and services to support operational delivery while maintaining compliance, quality, and risk management standards. This role owns the Group’s end-to-end supply chain governance, ensuring standardization, transparency, and strategic sourcing across all factories, projects, and business units.

Responsibilities

1. 1. Supply Chain Strategy & Planning
   • Develop and implement the supply chain strategy aligned with business objectives.
   • Forecast demand and plan procurement, inventory, and logistics requirements.
   • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize supply chain performance.
2. 2. Procurement & Supplier Management
   • Manage the end-to-end procurement process, including sourcing, tendering, negotiation, and contract management.
   • Build and maintain strategic supplier relationships to ensure quality, cost efficiency, and reliability.
   • Monitor supplier performance, resolve issues, and implement corrective actions.
   • Own framework agreements and long-term supplier partnerships.
   • Lead high-value and high-risk contract negotiations.
   • Drive localization strategy and dual-sourcing models.
3. 3. Inventory & Warehouse Management
   • Manage inventory levels, stock replenishment, and warehouse operations.
   • Ensure accuracy of inventory records, stock reconciliation, and reporting.
   • Optimize storage, handling, and material control processes.
4. 4. Logistics & Distribution
   • Oversee inbound and outbound logistics, transportation, and distribution.
   • Ensure timely delivery of materials and equipment to projects/sites.
   • Manage freight, customs, and logistics cost control.
5. 5. Quality, Compliance & Risk Management
   • Ensure compliance with procurement policies, legal requirements, and internal controls.
   • Manage supply chain risks, including disruption, supplier dependency, quality issues, and cost volatility.
   • Support audits and governance reviews related to supply chain operations.
6. 6. Financial Management & Cost Control
   • Manage supply chain budget, cost savings initiatives, and spend analysis.
   • Optimize working capital through inventory management and supplier payment terms.
   • Ensure accurate financial reporting of procurement and inventory costs.
7. 7. Leadership & Team Management
   • Lead, mentor, and develop the supply chain team.
   • Establish clear performance objectives and KPIs for the function.
   • Promote a culture of continuous improvement, safety, and accountability.
   • Design and maintain an optimal supply chain organizational structure.
   • Build succession planning for key roles.
   • Drive capability building in procurement, planning, and logistics.
   • Lead change management for digital transformation initiatives.
8. 8. Production & Factory Integration
   • Align procurement and inventory planning with factory production schedules.
   • Ensure raw material availability for uninterrupted manufacturing.
   • Implement MRP logic within ERP for steel, aluminum, PVC, and prefab lines.
   • Reduce WIP and idle time due to material shortages.

Key Relationships

• Chief Operating Officer (COO) / Operations Leadership
• Finance / Cost Control
• Project Managers / Site Operations
• Procurement & Purchasing Teams
• Warehouse & Logistics Teams
• Suppliers & Subcontractors
• Quality Assurance (QA/QC)
• Legal & Compliance
• IT / ERP Systems

Job Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field.
• Professional certification preferred (e.g., CIPS, APICS/CPIM, CSCP).

Experience

• Minimum 7–10 years of progressive supply chain experience.
• Proven experience in procurement, logistics, inventory management, and supplier management.
• Experience in a project-based or industrial environment is preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Excellent planning, forecasting, and analytical abilities.
• Strong leadership and team development capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under pressure.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and MS Office.

Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Material availability rate vs production plan
• Procurement cycle time (PR → PO → Delivery)
• Cost variance vs BOQ / project baseline
• Supplier concentration risk index
• Obsolete & slow-moving inventory ratio

Working Conditions

• Office-based with frequent site/project visits.
• May require travel between sites and suppliers.
• Requires a high level of coordination across multiple stakeholders.