Supply Chain Director

Job Description : SUPPLY CHAIN DIRECTOR MEA In this critical role, you will oversee and optimize the entire supply chain function across the Middle East and Africa, ensuring operational excellence, cost efficiencies, and compliance with regional regulations. The successful candidate will drive the strategic vision for supply chain processes, manage key supplier relationships, and lead the development of a high-performing team. Lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive supply chain strategy for the MEA region, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives. Oversee logistics, procurement, inventory management, and distribution, optimizing the supply chain for efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Manage relationships with key suppliers and vendors, negotiating contracts and ensuring high-quality, timely supply to meet business needs. Drive the S&OP process, ensuring accurate demand forecasting and inventory planning to avoid stockouts and minimize excess inventory. Ensure compliance with local and international trade regulations, customs laws, and other supply chain-related legal requirements across the MEA region. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Sales, Finance, and Operations, to align supply chain activities with business goals and market needs. Lead, mentor, and develop a regional supply chain team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and operational excellence. Implement sustainability initiatives within the supply chain, focusing on reducing environmental impact and improving eco-friendly logistics practices. Minimum of 10+ years of experience in supply chain management, with a significant portion in leadership roles, ideally within the MEA region. Proven track record of driving supply chain optimization and cost reductions. Strong expertise in logistics, procurement, vendor management, and inventory control. Excellent leadership and team development skills, with the ability to manage a large, diverse team across multiple countries. Proficient in supply chain software (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and demand forecasting tools. Deep understanding of regulatory requirements and compliance challenges specific to the MEA region. Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making abilities, with a strategic mindset.

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