1 191 Distribution jobs in Bahrain

• Direct and manage daily warehouse operations, including receiving, warehousing, distribution, and logistics.
• Develop and implement operational strategies to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance service levels.
• Manage inventory control processes to ensure accuracy, minimize shrinkage, and optimize stock levels.
• Oversee the efficient planning and execution of transportation and delivery schedules.
• Lead, train, and mentor a team of warehouse staff and supervisors to foster a high-performance culture.
• Develop and manage the operational budget, ensuring adherence to financial targets.
• Implement and maintain safety and security procedures to ensure a compliant and hazard-free workplace.
• Utilize warehouse management systems (WMS) and other technology to optimize operations.
• Collaborate with procurement, sales, and customer service departments to align operational activities with business needs.
• Analyze operational data and KPIs to identify areas for improvement and report on performance to senior management.

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master's degree or relevant certifications (e.g., APICS) are a plus.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in operations management, with a strong focus on warehousing, logistics, and supply chain within a distribution environment.
• Proven track record of implementing successful process improvements and cost-saving initiatives.
• Strong understanding of inventory management, WMS, and logistics best practices.
• Excellent leadership, team management, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets and P&L responsibility effectively.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools.
• Experience with safety regulations and compliance within warehouse operations.

• Develop and implement operational strategies to optimize warehouse management, inventory control, and transportation logistics.
• Manage and lead a team of warehouse staff, supervisors, and drivers, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Oversee daily operational activities, ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and efficiency standards.
• Implement and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track operational effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.
• Manage inventory levels and ensure accurate stocktaking and reconciliation processes.
• Coordinate with transportation providers to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of goods.
• Identify opportunities for process automation and technological enhancements within the operations.
• Develop and manage operational budgets, controlling costs and maximizing resource utilization.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, including health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Foster strong relationships with internal departments and external stakeholders, including suppliers and customers.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to streamline workflows, reduce waste, and enhance overall operational performance.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and provide ongoing coaching and development to team members.

• Manage and optimize all inbound and outbound logistics operations, including shipping, receiving, and warehousing.
• Oversee the day-to-day activities of the warehouse staff, ensuring productivity and adherence to safety protocols.
• Develop and implement efficient inventory management strategies to minimize stockouts and reduce carrying costs.
• Manage relationships with third-party logistics providers, carriers, and suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with all transportation regulations, safety standards, and customs requirements.
• Develop and manage the logistics budget, identifying cost-saving opportunities.
• Implement and utilize warehouse management systems (WMS) and other logistics software to track inventory and manage operations.
• Plan and schedule transportation routes and loads to maximize efficiency and minimize transit times.
• Conduct regular audits of warehouse operations and inventory accuracy.
• Lead and motivate a team of warehouse and logistics personnel, providing training and performance management.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and service quality.
• Investigate and resolve any logistical discrepancies or customer issues.
• Maintain a safe and secure working environment within the distribution center.

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in logistics and distribution management.
• Proven experience in warehouse operations, inventory control, and transportation management.
• Strong knowledge of WMS, TMS, and other relevant logistics software.
• Excellent understanding of supply chain principles and best practices.
• Strong leadership, communication, and team management skills.
• Proficiency in budgeting and financial management for logistics operations.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and compliance standards in warehousing and transportation.

• Direct and manage day-to-day warehouse and distribution center operations, ensuring optimal efficiency and productivity.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve inventory accuracy, reduce lead times, and minimize operational costs.
• Oversee transportation planning and execution, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery of goods.
• Manage relationships with third-party logistics providers (3PLs) and other external partners.
• Implement and maintain robust safety protocols and procedures within the warehouse and distribution environment.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of warehouse and logistics staff, fostering a culture of high performance and continuous improvement.
• Utilize data analytics to monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as on-time delivery, inventory turns, and cost per unit.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, including those related to safety, transportation, and customs.
• Collaborate with other departments, such as sales, procurement, and production, to ensure seamless supply chain integration.
• Manage operational budgets and control expenses effectively.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in operations management, with a focus on logistics and distribution.
• Proven track record of managing large-scale warehouse operations and transportation networks.
• Strong understanding of supply chain principles, inventory management techniques, and warehousing best practices.
• Excellent leadership, team management, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in warehouse management systems (WMS) and transportation management systems (TMS).
• Experience with data analysis and performance metric tracking.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, demanding environment and adapt to changing priorities.
• This is a hybrid role, requiring a balance of remote work and on-site presence at our client's facility in Hidd, Muharraq, BH .

Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets. Our platform, Ubuntu, is very widely used in breakthrough enterprise initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and IoT. Our customers include the world's leading public cloud and silicon providers, and industry leaders in many sectors. The company is a pioneer of global distributed collaboration, with 1200+ colleagues in 75+ countries and very few office-based roles. Teams meet two to four times yearly in person, in interesting locations around the world, to align on strategy and execution.

The company is founder-led, profitable, and growing.

Ubuntu Server is the world's most popular Linux - on cloud and bare metal. In this role, you will manage the team delivering the Ubuntu Server Distribution to the world.

Ubuntu strives to offer the latest, best, free software components, in an easy to use and highly reliable form. We build on the technical excellence of Debian and bring additional focus and shape to the solutions we provide to industry. The successful applicant will be passionate about the future of Ubuntu, mindful of the dynamics of the open source ecosystem, and aware of the needs of large, innovative customers.

This is an exciting opportunity for a leader passionate about strong teams, open source software and Ubuntu. Build a rewarding, meaningful career working with the best and brightest people in technology at Canonical, a growing international software company.

What you'll do

• Build and lead a globally distributed team of engineers
• Develop talent through coaching, mentoring, feedback and hands-on career development
• Work with Product Management to define the vision and strategy for Ubuntu and your team
• Effectively set and manage expectations with other engineering teams, senior management, and external stakeholders
• Advocate and advance modern, agile software development practices
• Develop and evangelize great engineering and organizational practices
• Grow a healthy, collaborative engineering culture in line with the company values
• Be an active part of the leadership team and collaborate with other leaders in the organisation
• Participate in strong engineering process through code and architectural review
• Engage with teams at Canonical, the open source community and commercial partners
• Oversee the quality of the Ubuntu Server image family
• Plan and deliver Ubuntu Server features
• Work from home with global travel for up to 6 weeks per year for internal and external events
  
  

• You love developing and growing people and have a strong track record of doing it
• You are knowledgeable and passionate about software development
• You have 3+ years of experience in leading, managing, coaching and mentoring software developers. Experience managing distributed teams is a plus.
• You are focused on success and the delivery of timely, high quality software
• You have experience working in an agile development environment
• You have a Bachelor's or equivalent in Computer Science, STEM or similar degree
• You have strong written and verbal technical communication skills in english
• you have experience with a modern GNU/Linux distribution, Debian or Ubuntu preferred
• Practical experience with at least 1 of Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud, or Amazon Web Services
  
  

• Distributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in person
• Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year
• Annual compensation review
• Recognition rewards
• Annual holiday leave
• Maternity and paternity leave
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues
• Priority Pass, and travel upgrades for long haul company events
  
  

• Direct and manage all aspects of warehouse operations, ensuring optimal efficiency and productivity.
• Develop and implement operational strategies to meet business objectives and cost-saving goals.
• Oversee inventory management, ensuring accuracy and minimizing stock discrepancies.
• Manage the performance of warehouse staff, providing guidance, training, and performance reviews.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations within the facility.
• Optimize warehouse layout and workflows to improve space utilization and throughput.
• Collaborate with procurement, sales, and transportation departments to ensure seamless supply chain integration.
• Implement and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track operational effectiveness.
• Manage vendor relationships and negotiate contracts for services and supplies.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational processes and reduce waste.
• Handle operational budgets, forecasting, and resource allocation.
• Resolve operational issues and implement corrective actions promptly.
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and teamwork within the operations department.

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive experience in warehouse and operations management.
• Demonstrated success in improving operational efficiency and reducing costs.
• Strong leadership and people management skills, with experience leading teams of 20+.
• In-depth knowledge of warehouse management systems (WMS) and inventory control techniques.
• Excellent understanding of supply chain principles and logistics best practices.
• Proficiency in data analysis and performance metric tracking.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, balancing on-site management with remote strategic planning.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and environmental compliance.

• Oversee all daily warehouse operations, including receiving, put-away, picking, packing, and shipping.
• Manage inventory levels accurately and implement effective inventory control procedures.
• Develop and execute strategies to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs.
• Lead, train, and motivate a team of warehouse associates and supervisors.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company policies within the warehouse.
• Implement and manage warehouse management systems (WMS) to optimize processes.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and generate reports on operational performance.
• Collaborate with procurement, sales, and transportation departments to ensure seamless supply chain flow.
• Manage relationships with third-party logistics providers and vendors.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices.
• Handle operational escalations and resolve issues promptly.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and provide feedback to team members.

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in logistics and warehouse management.
• Proven track record in managing large distribution centers or warehouses.
• Strong understanding of WMS, ERP systems, and other relevant logistics software.
• Excellent leadership, team management, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis and performance metrics reporting.
• Knowledge of health and safety regulations in a warehouse environment.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid model, balancing on-site and remote responsibilities.
• Problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to operational challenges.
• Experience with lean principles or Six Sigma is a plus.

• Supervise and coordinate the activities of warehouse staff, including receiving, put-away, picking, packing, and shipping.
• Ensure efficient utilization of warehouse space and resources.
• Monitor inventory levels and accuracy, conducting cycle counts and participating in physical inventories.
• Implement and enforce safety procedures and regulations to maintain a safe working environment.
• Train new employees and provide ongoing coaching and development to the warehouse team.
• Operate warehouse equipment (e.g., forklifts, pallet jacks) safely and efficiently.
• Manage order fulfillment processes to meet customer demands and delivery timelines.
• Troubleshoot and resolve operational issues to minimize disruptions.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and reduce costs.
• Maintain accurate records of warehouse activities and prepare operational reports.

• High school diploma or equivalent; Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field is a plus.
• Previous experience in a supervisory role within a warehouse or distribution center environment.
• Solid understanding of warehouse operations, inventory control, and order fulfillment processes.
• Proficiency in using Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and other relevant software.
• Experience operating forklifts and other material handling equipment.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Commitment to workplace safety and adherence to regulations.
• Physical ability to lift and move materials as needed.
• Problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to operational challenges.