616 Procurement And Supply Chain Lead jobs in Bahrain

• Develop, implement, and manage comprehensive supply chain strategies, policies, and procedures.
• Oversee all inbound and outbound logistics activities, including transportation, warehousing, and customs compliance.
• Manage relationships with third-party logistics providers (3PLs), carriers, and suppliers to ensure optimal service levels and cost efficiency.
• Optimize inventory levels across the supply chain to meet demand while minimizing carrying costs.
• Implement and manage robust warehousing operations, ensuring efficient space utilization and accurate stock control.
• Analyze supply chain data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
• Develop and present reports on supply chain performance, KPIs, and strategic initiatives to senior management.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, trade laws, and safety standards.
• Lead and mentor a team of logistics and supply chain professionals.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain, leveraging technology and best practices.

• Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in supply chain management and logistics, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Proven track record of developing and implementing successful supply chain strategies.
• In-depth knowledge of global logistics, warehousing, transportation, and inventory management principles.
• Experience with supply chain software and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities and experience managing teams.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and thrive in a fast-paced, remote environment.
• APICS or other relevant certifications are a plus.

• Analyze complex supply chain data to identify areas for improvement in inventory management, transportation, warehousing, and order fulfillment.
• Develop and implement data-driven strategies to optimize inventory levels, reduce lead times, and minimize operational costs.
• Design, test, and deploy new supply chain processes and technologies, ensuring seamless integration and adoption.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including procurement, operations, sales, and IT, to ensure alignment and drive supply chain initiatives.
• Develop and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) and dashboards to monitor supply chain performance and identify trends.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and provide actionable insights and recommendations to senior management.
• Lead and mentor a team of supply chain analysts and specialists, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in supply chain management and logistics.
• Manage relationships with third-party logistics providers, ensuring service level agreements are met and costs are controlled.
• Champion sustainability initiatives within the supply chain operations.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Business Analytics, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
• A minimum of 8-12 years of progressive experience in supply chain management, logistics, or operations, with a strong focus on optimization and analytics.
• Proven track record of successfully implementing supply chain improvements that have resulted in significant cost savings and efficiency gains.
• Expertise in supply chain planning, inventory management, warehouse operations, and transportation logistics.
• Advanced proficiency in data analysis tools and techniques (e.g., SQL, Python, R, Excel, Tableau, Power BI).
• Experience with Supply Chain Planning (SCP) and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) software.
• Strong understanding of Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fully remote, fast-paced, and collaborative environment.
• Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving abilities.

• Develop and implement comprehensive logistics and supply chain strategies.
• Oversee inventory management, warehousing, and distribution operations.
• Manage transportation carriers, negotiate contracts, and optimize shipping routes.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant import/export regulations and customs procedures.
• Utilize supply chain software and analytics tools to monitor performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Lead and mentor a remote team of logistics and supply chain professionals.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, manufacturers, and logistics partners.
• Implement risk management strategies to ensure supply chain continuity.
• Drive initiatives for cost reduction and efficiency improvements across the supply chain.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and report on supply chain performance.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field. Master's degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in logistics and supply chain management.
• Proven experience in managing global supply chains and international logistics.
• Strong knowledge of inventory management systems, WMS, and TMS.
• Expertise in supply chain optimization techniques and lean principles.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools.
• Experience working effectively in a fully remote team environment.
• Familiarity with international trade laws and customs compliance.
• APICS or similar supply chain certifications are highly desirable.

• Oversee the procurement process, ensuring timely and cost-effective acquisition of food ingredients and packaging Items
• Collaborate with vendors to negotiate favorable terms and maintain strong supplier relationships
• Execute procurement strategies to meet quality standards and optimize costs
• Monitor and analyze market trends to identify potential suppliers and cost-saving opportunities
• Manage customs clearance procedures, ensuring compliance with regulations
• Coordinate sea and air freight activities by optimizing routes and minimizing transit times
• Collaborate with logistics partners to track shipments and address any delays or issues
• Utilize Material Requirements Planning (MRP) tools to ensure optimal inventory levels are maintained
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of inventory, procurement, and logistics activities
  
  

• Proven experience in procurement (food industry is a plus)
• Strong understanding of inbound logistics processes, including customs clearance, sea and air freight
• Proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets to manipulate and analyze large data sets
• Experience using Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Bachelor's degree preferably in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, or a related field
• Must be currently based in Bahrain
  
  

Full Time

Job Description

Responsibilities of the role include resolving inventory in-stock issues such as the depth, timing, and efficient flow of inventory that support financial objectives. Additionally, supply chain planning includes managing the purchasing process, creating/managing inventory budgets, ensuring that inventory levels meet demand, and gathering data to prepare trends and forecasting reports for colleagues, management, and other stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Analyze key metrics including vendor fill rate, lead time variability, and FC inbound capacity to maintain the Company’s best-in-class in-stock rates and inventory turns.
• Identify and communicate current and future inventory issues, as well as develop sound recovery plans.
• Participate in cross-functional manufacturer and vendor reviews, driving vendor operational improvement.
• Participate in innovative, metric-driven processes and projects to achieve supply chain excellence.
• Utilize forecasting software and exception reporting to reduce forecast errors and achieve category forecast accuracy targets.
• Model business trends and communicate insights to the cross-functional team to optimize business processes and results in both short- and long-term to align supply and demand to support inventory needs.
• Project forward-looking inventory positions and financial implications.
• Facilitate collaboration meetings with stakeholders and vendors to review purchase forecasts, proposed orders, and other operational issues.
• Monitor weekly and monthly production plans, prioritizing work orders.
• Monitor the movement of materials through purchasing, storage, production, and retail distribution.
• Set preferred stock levels and prevent excess inventory.
• Review supplies to ensure quality, monitor stock levels, and maintain accessibility to information.
• Build relationships with transportation, warehouse supervisors, and co-workers to achieve higher performance.
• Use scheduling software to coordinate deliveries.
• Administer Enterprise Resource Planning data for manufacturing.
• Develop and monitor internal and external key performance indicators including forecast accuracy and vendor scorecard metrics.
• Make recommendations on flow considerations.
• Design and create new tools to help improve the planning functions of the supply chain.
• Prepare detailed reports relating to MRP, back orders, and schedules.
• Engage in continuous improvement as it relates to processes and material availability.
• Manage timely delivery.
  
  

• Bachelor’s degree or Diploma.
• Minimum of 3 years of impactful experience.
• Prefer those who worked in FMGC.
• Proven data entry work experience, as a Data Entry Operator or Office Clerk.
• Experience with MS Office and data programs.
• Organizational skills, with an ability to stay focused on assigned tasks.
• Strong creative thinking coupled with excellent analytical skills.