JOB TITLE: Supply Chain Manager
JOB INDUSTRY: Energy/Power and Utilities Industry
JOB LOCATION: Abu Dhabi/Ruwais, UAE
JOB PURPOSE:
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Oversee sourcing, vendor selection, negotiation, and purchasing processes.
• Benchmark and review existing procurement systems, process and performance standards and recommend improvements.
• Ensure cost optimization while maintaining quality standards.
• Establish and maintain strong supplier relationships.
• Monitor supplier performance and ensure compliance with service level agreements (SLAs).
• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies and regulatory
requirements.
• Supervise warehouse operations, including receiving, storage, and dispatch of materials.
• Implement inventory control systems to maintain optimal stock levels.
• Conduct regular stock audits and reconcile discrepancies.
• Ensure proper handling, storage, and preservation of materials.
• Optimize warehouse layout and processes for efficiency and safety.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Oversee preparation, review, negotiation, and administration of contracts.
• Ensure contractual terms are favourable and compliant with legal and organizational standards.
• Monitor contract performance and manage renewals or amendments.
• Coordinate with legal and finance departments to mitigate contractual risks.
• Maintain proper documentation and contract records.
• Lead and mentor procurement, warehouse, and contracts teams.
• Develop departmental budgets and monitor expenditures.
• Establish KPIs and performance metrics for the department.
• Prepare reports on supply chain performance for senior management.
• Identify process improvements and implement best practices. Drive digital transformation and system improvements within supply operations.
• Manage decommissioning SCM end- to- end processes including:
- sales auction process for surplus and decommissioned assets
- developing competitive strategies,
- coordinating with legal and finance for approvals, and
- supervising execution to maximize revenue recovery through transparent, compliant bidding.
- Manage logistics operations including transportation, customs clearance, and delivery scheduling.
- Ensure timely and cost-effective movement of materials across the supply chain.
- Performs any other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or equivalent
- Professional certifications (e.g., CIPS, CSCP, CPSM) preferred.
- Deep understanding of supply chain, procurement activities, processes, methods, tools and techniques
- Strong negotiation and contract management skills
- Knowledge of inventory management systems and ERP platforms
- Financial acumen and budgeting expertise
- Minimum Experience
- 12+ years’ experience in supply chain management, preferably within EPC, energy, or industrial sectors, with at least 5 years in a managerial role