Supply Chain Director

Company Description

An Abu Dhabibased group engaged in Agribusiness operates both within the UAE and internationally emphasizing highquality production innovative technology and efficient resource use.

Role Description

This fulltime onsite position for a Director of Procurement and Supply Chain involves managing daily procurement contracts logistics and warehouse operations as well as overseeing fresh produce pack house management.

The candidate will ensure seamless operations across all units coordinating with external suppliers and other directors. They will provide necessary support using qualified resources.

The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in agricultural operations and projects including setup of greenhouses and net houses open field operations irrigation systems and agricultural machinery. A key skill required is process design and optimization in agricultural operations.

The candidate must also be adept at financial planning evaluating project documents and estimating cash requirements based on supplier needs and existing credit terms.

Qualifications and Experience

• BSc Degree in Engineering Agricultural Engineering or Economics preferred; MBA is a plus.
• Certifications in Agricultural Operations are desirable.
• Relevant industry certifications (e.g. CSCP SCORP CLTD) are advantageous.
• Minimum 10 years of senior management experience with at least 5 years at a Director level.
• 510 years of experience in sourcing agricultural goods and services.
• Extensive experience with mature and integrated ERP environments in largescale operations.
• Experience in corporate settings with a focus on governance compliance and process standards.
• Extensive experience in contract negotiation procurement and contract management.
• Strong knowledge of supply chain management principles and practices.
• Proven project management experience including planning execution and monitoring.
• Excellent analytical and problemsolving skills.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fastpaced dynamic environment.
• Proficiency in Arabic is an advantage.

Remote Work :

No