Warehouse Manager

Sgr Sa; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Saudi Gold Refinery in Riyadh seeks a Warehouse Manager to lead a team and ensure secure, accurate handling of materials and reagents while enforcing HSE standards. The role reports to the Supply Chain Manager and drives inventory accuracy, ERP data integrity in Odoo, and cost- reduction initiatives in a strict regulatory environment.

The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of industrial warehouse experience, strong leadership, and fluency in English and Arabic, with on-site work in Riyadh.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in supply chain, logistics, or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years' warehouse management experience in an industrial setting.
• Proven experience handling hazardous chemicals and industrial reagents safely.
• Strong proficiency with ERP systems for inventory management (Odoo preferred).
• Demonstrated leadership of shift-based warehouse teams and knowledge of Saudi Customs regulations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain 98% inventory accuracy through regular cycle counts and real-time discrepancy investigation.
• Supervise warehouse staff across shifts to ensure coverage for receiving and dispatch operations.
• Manage master data and warehouse transactions in the ERP (Odoo) system; optimize layout and storage capacity.
• Support internal and external audits with accurate inventory records and compliance documentation.
• Identify opportunities to reduce inventory holding costs and minimize waste through process improvements.

Skills

Leadership

Team supervision

Inventory management

Safety compliance

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

Odoo ERP

Job description

Warehouse Manager - Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

About Saudi Gold Refinery

Saudi Gold Refinery (SGR) is a Saudi mining and precious-metals company specialized in the refining of gold and precious metals, bullion production, and value-added precious-metal services. Operating within the Kingdom's mining value chain, SGR is aligned to the Vision 2030 mining pillar and to the regulatory framework set by the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources (MIM) and applicable Saudi and international standards. We produce responsibly sourced, traceable, and certified bullion, operate to LBMA Good Delivery and ISO-aligned quality standards, and invest in the people, processes, and controls behind every bar we produce.

Role Overview

Saudi Gold Refinery (SGR) is seeking a Warehouse Manager in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to oversee the secure and efficient management of industrial supplies and chemical reagents. This role ensures the safe storage of hazardous materials used in inventory records for operational continuity. The Warehouse Manager will lead a team of operators and supervisors to support the company goals through reliable material availability.

The Warehouse Manager will report directly to the Supply Chain Manager and will play a key role in optimizing inventory levels and enforcing safety standards. This position requires a leader who can balance operational efficiency with strict compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Key Responsibilities

The Warehouse Manager will be responsible for the following key areas:

Inventory Accuracy Control

The role maintains 98% inventory accuracy by conducting regular cycle counts and investigating discrepancies in real time.

This position ensures all chemical reagents are stored in compliance with HSE regulations and safety data sheet requirements.

Team Supervision

The manager supervises warehouse staff across shifts to ensure adequate coverage for receiving and dispatch operations.

The role coordinates with suppliers and customs brokers to ensure timely clearance and receipt of imported materials.

ERP System Management

This position maintains master data integrity and records all warehouse transactions in the Odoo system accurately.

The manager optimizes warehouse layout and bin locations to improve picking efficiency and storage capacity.

Audit and Compliance Support

The role supports internal and external audits by providing accurate inventory records and compliance documentation.

Cost Reduction Initiatives

This position identifies opportunities to reduce inventory holding costs and minimize waste through improved processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of warehouse management experience in an industrial setting.
• Proven experience handling hazardous chemicals and industrial reagents safely.
• Strong proficiency in Odoo or similar ERP systems for inventory management.
• Demonstrated leadership skills in managing shift-based teams.
• Knowledge of Saudi Customs regulations and import procedures.
• Fluency in English and Arabic for effective communication.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to work on-site in Riyadh.

Preferred / Nice-to-have

• Experience in the mining or precious metals industry.
• Certification in hazardous materials handling or safety management.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 standards.
• Advanced Excel skills for data analysis and reporting.

Success Metrics

• Inventory accuracy rate maintained above 98%.
• Zero safety incidents related to warehouse operations.
• Reduction in inventory holding costs by 10%.
• Timely completion of all inbound and outbound transactions.
• Successful completion of annual physical inventory audit.
• High employee engagement scores within the warehouse team.
• Compliance with all HSE and regulatory requirements.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Saudi Gold Refinery welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Hiring decisions are made based on role requirements, skills, experience, and alignment with Saudization and Vision 2030 priorities.