Global Supply Management Specialist

Lenovo; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational technology company in Saudi Arabia seeks a Supply Chain Manager responsible for managing supply operations and engaging suppliers to ensure supply continuity. The role includes resolving supply shortages, monitoring safety stock, and addressing quality issues, requiring strong problem-solving, communication, and digital skills. The candidate should have a bachelor's degree and relevant experience in the consumer electronics industry. The position offers an international team and developmental programs.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Commitment to sustainable solutions

Access to training for personal development

Mentorship program

Qualifications

• Experience in supplier management and operations.
• History of solving complex supply chain issues.
• Able to work with global teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily supply shortages and coordinate with sites to resolve issues.
• Monitor and adjust safety stock levels; provide weekly supply outlooks.
• Control manual supply of non-BOM materials.
• Identify and resolve WIP quality issues collaborating with 3PL partners.
• Conduct regular business reviews and manage supplier performance.
• Support new product introductions and manage EOL transitions.
• Analyze and address excess & obsolete inventory.

Skills

Supplier management

Complex supply chain problem solving

Excellent communication skills

Digital capability (Python, Power BI, SQL)

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Overview

Req #: WD00090618

Career area: Supply Chain

Country/Region: Saudi Arabia

City: Riyadh

Date: Friday, December 5, 2025

Working time: Full-time

Additional Locations: Saudi Arabia

Description

As part of the Global Supply Management (GSM) you will be responsible for managing supply operations and supplier engagement for KSA NB/DT KCP (Kanban, Candyman, Package, Pubs), NB/DT Non-BOM parts, and DT Keyboard POD. The position ensures supply continuity, drives supplier performance, and supports product transitions and inventory health across the KSA site.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily supply shortages and coordinate with sites to resolve issues.
• Monitor and adjust safety stock levels; provide weekly supply outlooks.
• Control manual supply of non-BOM materials (e.g., tape, warehouse items).
• Identify and resolve WIP quality issues, collaborating with 3PL partners.
• Conduct regular business reviews and manage supplier performance (QBRs, scorecards).
• Support new product introductions, handle engineering changes, and manage end-of-life (EOL) transitions.
• Analyze and address excess & obsolete (E&O) inventory; manage inventory health and PI.
• Oversee demand management, including buffer stock and supplier/plant forecast validation.

Requirements

• Experience in supplier management and operations
• History of solving complex supply chain issues (experience with OEMs and Contract Manufacturers in the consumer electronics industry a plus)
• Bachelor's degree required
• Excellent communication and English language skills, capable of working with global teams
• Digital capability, such as Python, Power BI, SQL
• Analytical and negotiation skills

What We can offer You

• An international team with a high focus on gender diversity.
• Employee Assistance Program for psychological, legal & financial consultancy
• Commitment to sustainable solutions like CO2 offset, asset recovery services, and Lenovo Certified Refurbished portfolio.
• Access to training for personal development — Internal E-learning Development Platform Available for Employees
• Mentorship program

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any federal, state, or local protected class.

Additional Locations: Saudi Arabia

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