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Head of Logistics and Supply Chain

Posted in Purchasing and supply

Michael Page

Job Type

Full Time

Location

Dubai

Description :

Head of Logistics and Supply Chain

Michael Page

UAE

Posted 1 day ago Ref: HP350-4473

Michael Page

Job description / Role

Client is a global FMCG Logistics organisation is looking to hire a Head of Logistics and Supply Chain to head up their newly set up 3PL warehousing and logistics business. Description The role of Head of Logistics and Supply Chain (3PL) will include, but not limited to the following: * The establishment and day to day operations of the international supply chain operations * Line management and oversight of operational, transactional and support functions for a high volume Logistics & Distribution network, ensuring the achievement of safety, quality, financial (cost & productivity) and performance objectives for the MEA Network * Drive change management critical to the successful implementation of the fulfilment network and inventory optimization strategy and conduct on-going revaluation and strategy for network structure * Serve as primary interface and escalation point for the MEA with key regional business leaders * Support all business with solutions which enhance their respective business strategies and support growth * Ensuring that the principals of LEAN and Continuous Improvement are embedded at all levels of the organization * Develop strategies and resolve problems and escalations concerning transportation, logistics systems, imports, exports and customer issues * Leadership to evaluate and review the business practices of Logistics Operations to streamline and eliminate non-value added activities as well as plan and implement improvements to internal or external logistics systems and processes * Ownership for inbound or outbound logistics operations for the region including domestic and international transportation and returns processing * Lead the local team that manages carriers and third parties including selection, qualification and performance evaluation * Provide input to the Global Supply Management team for rate negotiations and services * Coordinate supply plans with International Demand Planners and work closely with the headquarters of supply chain operations to develop inventory levels for all starting materials and finished goods * Work collaboratively with Trade Compliance organizations to monitor product import and export processes to ensure compliance with regulatory and legal requirements * Monitor and react to regional KPIs, metrics and reports to ensure the performance of the regional fulfilment operation * Oversight for inventory planning activity for optimizing inventory for all products * Optimize service levels for the enterprise * Lead efforts from a Fulfilment perspective to implement regional solutions to optimize operations * Lead the reverse logistics, returns processing and value recovery activities across multiple product lines & businesses Job Offer AED 35,000 - AED 45,000 + Benefits

Requirements

For the role of Head of Logistics and Supply Chain (3PL) the ideal candidate must have the following: * Atleast 10+ years experience of operating at a senior management level within a multinational organization * Experience of managing and leading 3PL Logistic & Distribution department/ business for the Middle East & African region within the last 5 years of your career * Demonstrate a track record of managing a team based across multiple countries * Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment * Experience in managing change and delivering significant savings * Education in Supply Chain or Logistics Management

About the Company

Michael Page is one of the world’s leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world. The Group has operations in the UK, Continental Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Americas. In the Middle East we focus on the areas of: Finance & Accounting Banking & Financial Services Procurement Property & Construction Engineering & Supply Chain Oil & Gas Technical and Engineering Human Resources Sales Marketing Technology Secretarial Executive Search Legal The Group operates through 161 offices in 33 countries and employs over 5,000 employees worldwide.

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