Supply Chain Manager

Minimum Requirements:

1. Bachelors degree in any of the engineering or business administration disciplines or its equivalent
2. 10+ years of experience in the field of supply chains
3. Previous experience in the field of tourism, preferably in the field of Hajj
4. Postgraduate study in the field is preferred

Roles and Responsibilities:

1. Develops management goals based on variables, sets management goals, and reviews them periodically.
2. Prepares the department's estimated budget in coordination with the Finance Sector, directs all department activities within the framework of the approved budget, and monitors any deviations.
3. Prepares management policies and procedures and monitors their implementation on a permanent basis. Ensures they are updated and clearly conveyed to the head of the Hajj Operations Sector, and presents necessary suggestions and recommendations for amendments as required.
4. Prepares a supplier qualification system for setting standards for selecting suppliers and evaluation and accreditation criteria, ensuring that only qualified suppliers are dealt with.
5. Evaluates suppliers annually, classifies them, and extends their accreditation according to some standards in partnership with the Quality Department.
6. Supervises the information base of suppliers and approved service providers and updates it continuously.
7. Continuously monitors the movement of market prices and maintains price lists issued by service providing companies.
8. Determines annual requirements for products, equipment, devices, services, and purchases.
9. Communicates with all departments to know their requests, makes purchases for service companies, and provides the required quantities and services in a timely manner.
10. Supervises the contract planning process based on the growth in the number of pilgrims and Umrah performers.
11. Builds and maintains strong relationships with strategic suppliers to ensure long-term contracting and reduce costs.
12. Supervises dealings with the financial department to prepare the required amounts and transfer them to suppliers and service providers in a timely manner.
13. Supervises the receipt of products, equipment, devices, and purchases after ensuring compliance with specifications and conditions.
14. Organizes transportation and shipping operations, prepares appropriate means, and delivers according to specified dates.
15. Establishes storage standards and ensures compliance in warehouses.
16. Supervises periodic inventory and follows up on stock levels to ensure sufficient numbers.
17. Establishes systems and procedures for receiving and storing items and follows the approved system for disbursing departmental needs.
18. Conducts annual evaluations of subordinates' performance.
19. Creates a training plan for employees based on evaluation results.
20. Participates in the management’s recruitment process to ensure that qualified employees are attracted.