location Khobar, eastern province
The Role
Supply Chain Director.
The Role
Supply Chain Director.
This role reports directly to the CEO, the main objectives of this role are;
To be able to efficiently manage all aspects of the supply chain in particular the movement of products to/from the warehouse and to all company stores within KSA and Internationally.
Ensure that the right stock is available at the right time across all stores
Manage the mix and pricing of all categories to achieve gross margin percentages ahead of annual budget.
Duties And Responsibilities
Lead, develop, and implement Supply Chain policies and procedures, from inbound shipments to warehouse to final deliveries to/from stores
Lead, coach and develop direct reports encouraging an open, supportive team culture, and liaise with colleagues across the company especially in IT and NPD departments
Ensure accurate, timely and cost effective product distribution in line with the needs of the business and working to forecasts and weekly delivery schedules agreed with Sales, Franchise and Merchandise Director(s).
Agree store range plans with Sales department and review individual store grading at least twice per year
Coordinate with Merchandising Director to deliver maximum in store on shelf availability setting and reviewing Min/Max levels and optimizing the auto replenishment facility
Manage OTB model and recommend purchase quantities to the OTB committee to ensure that best sellers are never out of stock and core lines are at 97% availability at all times
Manage warehouse operations and administration to industry leading standards and recognized best practices
Ensure that all supply chain and warehouse personnel are fully briefed on weekly deadlines and priorities and are working efficiently together with the same goals
Manage Shipping Manager ensuring minimum delays due to defective paperwork and maintaining effective working relationships with relevant customs and laboratory personnel and other third parties
Recommend Supply Chain budget and resources required on annual basis and deliver Supply Chain costs within approved Budget per Annual Business Plan
Stay abreast of regional / international changes that may affect the supply chain and recognize technological developments that may benefit distribution in general.
