Strategic FMCG Import and Export Lead

Elite Leading Contracting Co. Ltd.; Schamal al-Batina; On-site; OMR 20,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Elite Leading Contracting Co. Ltd. is seeking a senior sourcing professional to drive profitable growth in the FMCG import/export business from Oman.

The role focuses on strategic supplier development, margin optimization, and strengthening the sourcing team to capture high-margin, fast-moving categories. You will lead portfolio strategy, negotiate favorable terms, and implement structured procurement processes while mentoring the team to enhance capabilities and performance.

Qualifications

• 5 to 10 years experience in FMCG import export or trading.
• Strong supplier network and sourcing experience across international markets.
• Proven track record in margin improvement and product strategy.
• Leadership ability to mentor and upgrade team performance.
• Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills.
• Good understanding of logistics, import regulations, and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop international suppliers with focus on high margin and fast moving product categories.
• Drive product portfolio strategy to improve overall margins and reduce low yielding SKUs.
• Negotiate pricing terms and supply conditions to ensure competitive advantage.
• Build and implement structured sourcing and procurement processes.
• Guide and upgrade current team capabilities.
• Identify new market opportunities product gaps and emerging trends.
• Work closely with finance and operations to ensure healthy working capital and inventory turnover.
• Establish vendor performance tracking and cost optimization initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with import regulations documentation and logistics coordination.

Skills

Supplier network

Sourcing experience

Negotiation skills

Leadership

Commercial acumen

Job description

Elite Leading Contracting Co. Ltd. is seeking a senior sourcing professional to drive profitable growth in the FMCG import/export business from Oman.

The role focuses on strategic supplier development, margin optimization, and strengthening the sourcing team to capture high-margin, fast-moving categories. You will lead portfolio strategy, negotiate favorable terms, and implement structured procurement processes while mentoring the team to enhance capabilities and performance.