Supply Chain Manager

DIMENSIONS; Makkah Al Mukarramah; On-site; SAR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Makkah seeks an experienced Supply Chain Manager with extensive experience in supply chain management and preferably in tourism, specifically Hajj operations. The role involves developing management policies, oversight of budgeting, supplier evaluations, and maintaining effective inventory management to support organizational objectives. This position demands strong leadership skills and the ability to foster relationships with strategic suppliers to optimize costs and services.

Qualifications

• Over 10 years of experience in supply chain management.
• Previous experience in tourism, preferably in Hajj operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and review management goals and policies.
• Prepare budget and oversee activities.
• Evaluate and maintain supplier relationships.

Skills

Supply chain management

Budget preparation

Supplier evaluation

Contract negotiation

Inventory management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, business administration, or equivalent

Postgraduate studies in a relevant field

Job description

- Bachelor's degree in engineering, business administration, or an equivalent field.

- Over 10 years of experience in supply chain management.

- Previous experience in tourism, preferably in Hajj operations.

- Postgraduate studies in the relevant field are preferred.

Roles and Responsibilities

Develop and periodically review management goals based on various variables.

Prepare the department's estimated budget in coordination with the Finance Sector, oversee all activities within the approved budget, and monitor deviations.

Develop management policies and procedures, ensure their implementation, and keep them updated. Communicate these clearly to the Hajj Operations Sector and suggest amendments as needed.

Create a supplier qualification system to set standards for supplier selection, evaluation, and accreditation, ensuring only qualified suppliers are engaged.

Evaluate suppliers annually, classify them, and extend their accreditation in partnership with the Quality Department.

Maintain and update the supplier and service provider database.

Monitor market prices continuously and maintain price lists issued by service providers.

Determine annual requirements for products, equipment, and services, and coordinate with departments to fulfill requests timely.

Oversee contract planning based on pilgrim growth trends.

Build and sustain strong relationships with strategic suppliers to ensure long-term contracts and cost reduction.

Coordinate with the finance department to ensure timely payments to suppliers and service providers.

Supervise receipt of goods, ensuring compliance with specifications.

Organize transportation and shipping, ensuring timely delivery.

Establish and enforce storage standards in warehouses.

Supervise inventory management and monitor stock levels.

Implement systems for receiving, storing, and disbursing items efficiently.

Conduct annual performance evaluations of subordinates.

Create training plans based on evaluation outcomes.

Participate in recruitment processes to attract qualified personnel.