Warehouse & Logistics Manager Jobs In Sharjah | PLUM JOBS

Warehouse & Logistics Manager Jobs In Sharjah | PLUM JOBS

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About the job

This is a hands-on supply chain operations role – candidates must have UAE experience in food distribution supply chain management. Our client is a well-established food services organization. We are recruiting a UAE-experienced warehouse and logistics manager who has proven experience in re-engineering and capability building to improve operational and cost efficiency. Reporting to the Managing Director, the role will be accountable for building a world-class supply chain for order fulfillment, logistics distribution and improving forecasting and product availability.

Role Summary

• Lead the organization transformation through embedding continuous improvement by implementing new processes, systems and capabilities to improve inventory management, order fulfillment, dispatch and distribution.
• Manage operations last mile delivery, inbound and outbound delivery, inventory management and resource management.
• Lead the implementation of a WMS system from scratch to fully operational.
• Improve interface with sales and order processing from quotation through to invoicing.
• Develop analytical tools and reports to enable effective sales, inventory and operations planning processes.
• Establish KPIs related to supply chain and identify and resolve bottlenecks in on-time delivery and implement cost savings.
• Manage the smooth operations of the facility to ensure all equipment (including cold storage chillers) and delivery trucks are fully operational.
• Promote a safety fist culture – implement statutory HSE guidelines and best practices across all areas of the supply chain including delivery drivers.

Mandatory Skills & Experience

• 5 years’ strong supply chain transformation and management experience gained in the UAE with well-reputed food distribution organizations.
• Proven capabilities in building a strong warehouse and logistics operations team – leadership and communication skills with the ability to train, guide, and motivate employees.
• Proven experience in implementing SCM and inventory management best practice, systems and processes.
• Confident in challenging the status quo with the ability to establish a strong culture of continuous improvement through lean methodologies and BI dashboard to measure KPIs and performance.
• Commercial aptitude in statistics, data analysis and forecasting.
• UAE driving license is mandatory.

Education & Certification

• Bachelor’s degree is mandatory – preferably in Supply Chain Management
• CIPS membership is a strong advantage.
• Lean Six Sigma is an advantage.

Candidate Profile

• Currently living in the United Arab Emirates – must be able to live and work in Dubai.
• Fluent in English.
• Well-presented with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.