Lubricants Supply Chain Lead: Strategic Sourcing & Ops

Swan Global Investments; Doha; On-site; QAR 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

Swan Global Investments is seeking an experienced Supply Chain Manager for our Doha-based lubricant manufacturing operations. You will oversee procurement, strategic sourcing, inventory planning, and end-to-end supply chain activities to ensure uninterrupted availability of base oils, additives, packaging materials, and plant needs.

The role requires deep knowledge of lubricant materials, supplier management, and manufacturing supply chain processes, with a focus on cost control and efficiency

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field is required.
• 7–12 years of procurement and supply chain experience in lubricant/chemical industries preferred.
• Certifications such as CIPS, CPSM, APICS/CSCP are highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop procurement strategies aligned with production requirements.
• Lead supplier selection, contract negotiations, vendor evaluations, and procurement planning.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and improve procurement efficiency.
• Manage sourcing of lubricant base oils (Group I–V) and additives.
• Oversee inventory planning, inbound logistics, and warehouse coordination.
• Ensure timely availability of plant requirements while controlling costs.
• Conduct supplier performance evaluations and audits.
• Ensure compliance with policies, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.

Job description

Swan Global Investments is seeking an experienced Supply Chain Manager for our Doha-based lubricant manufacturing operations. You will oversee procurement, strategic sourcing, inventory planning, and end-to-end supply chain activities to ensure uninterrupted availability of base oils, additives, packaging materials, and plant needs.

The role requires deep knowledge of lubricant materials, supplier management, and manufacturing supply chain processes, with a focus on cost control and efficiency