344 Supply Chain Director jobs in Dubai

We are seeking a highly skilled and strategic professional to lead our end-to-end supply chain operations.

Job Description

We are NTS Group.

The region's leading Executive Search, Outplacement & Career Transition firm across the Middle East, bringing over 25 years of local expertise and a track record of exceptional service for our clients and candidates. Operating from our strategically positioned offices in Dubai, London, and Singapore, we offer a comprehensive range of services delivered by industry experts. These include Contingency & Executive Search Campaigns, Outplacement & Redundancy Support, RPO Projects, Talent Mapping, Women in Leadership & Leadership Development, and our award-winning Executive Career Transitioning Programs.

We are currently working with a global leader to recruit a Supply Chain Director for the MEA Region. In this critical role, you will oversee and optimize the entire supply chain function across the Middle East and Africa, ensuring operational excellence, cost efficiencies, and compliance with regional regulations. The successful candidate will drive the strategic vision for supply chain processes, manage key supplier relationships, and lead the development of a high-performing team.

What You'll be Doing

• Lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive supply chain strategy for the MEA region, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.
• Oversee logistics, procurement, inventory management, and distribution, optimizing the supply chain for efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Manage relationships with key suppliers and vendors, negotiating contracts and ensuring high-quality, timely supply to meet business needs.
• Drive the S&OP process, ensuring accurate demand forecasting and inventory planning to avoid stockouts and minimize excess inventory.
• Ensure compliance with local and international trade regulations, customs laws, and other supply chain-related legal requirements across the MEA region.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Sales, Finance, and Operations, to align supply chain activities with business goals and market needs.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a regional supply chain team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and operational excellence.
• Implement sustainability initiatives within the supply chain, focusing on reducing environmental impact and improving eco-friendly logistics practices.

Who You Are

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in supply chain management, with a significant portion in leadership roles, ideally within the MEA region.
• Proven track record of driving supply chain optimization and cost reductions.
• Strong expertise in logistics, procurement, vendor management, and inventory control.
• Excellent leadership and team development skills, with the ability to manage a large diverse team across multiple countries.
• Proficient in supply chain software (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and demand forecasting tools.
• Deep understanding of regulatory requirements and compliance challenges specific to the MEA region.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making abilities with a strategic mindset.

Due to the large number of applications we receive, we can only respond to candidates who have been shortlisted for the position. If you haven't had a response within 5 working days, please assume you have not been shortlisted. Many thanks and good luck in your job search.

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We're looking for a seasoned Parts & Supply Chain Director for Volkswagen Group Middle East within our Group Aftersales Division. This role is ideal for someone with deep expertise in the OEM automotive industry, a strong background in the parts business and homologation experience is a strong advantage.

What You'll Do:

• Oversee daily operations of the VWGME Parts Distribution Centre and logistics partners, ensuring alignment with company policies and AG targets.
• Monitor and manage logistics costs to boost After Sales profitability.
• Lead supplier contract negotiations to drive value while maintaining high service standards for dealers.
• Execute the Accident Management strategy to improve customer retention and increase profitability for dealers and the NSC.
• Grow parts sales through strategic After Sales programs (e.g. Trade Parts, consumables).
• Provide the Brand After Sales teams with parts data and support for business case validation (SOPEX).
• Track and report on regulatory requirements across GCC and Levant markets to VWGME and Brand HQ.
• Ensure all vehicles meet local legal and technical standards.
• Support factory compliance checks and take corrective actions if non-compliance is found, including informing AG and issuing dealer sales stops when needed.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience with an Automotive OEM.
• At least 10 years in the automotive parts industry, including knowledge of dealership operations plus 5 years’ experience within the wholesale distributor environment, plus minimum 2 years team management experience.
• Strong understanding of dealership operations, logistics, inventory, and supplier management.
• Experience with homologation processes or market regulation management.
• Business intelligence and reporting tools experience is a plus.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master’s in Business, Engineering, Automotive, or a related field.
• Additional certifications in Business Management or Marketing are a plus.
• Strong leadership, communication, and strategic planning skills.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken).

• Seniority levelDirector

• Employment typeFull-time

• Job functionSupply Chain, Distribution, and Strategy/Planning
• IndustriesMotor Vehicle Manufacturing

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A key member of the global Sales Enablement team, and reporting to the Vice President of Sales Enablement, the Sales Enablement & Channel Manager – META will be responsible for the implementation, adoption, alignment, and operation of the Sales Enablement, Sales Operations, and Channel Operations functions in the Middle East, Turkey, and Africa to support our accelerated growth in that region.

Requirements :

• BA / BS in Business, Marketing, or a related field
• Minimum 10 years of full-time sales / channel / sales operations experience
• Experience growing and building teams
• Self-starter who excels at multitasking and thrives in a fast-paced environment
• Technically capable, excellent communicator, and a desire to improve processes
• Effective leadership skills, with a strong focus on operations and business processes
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritize and shift workload to meet deadlines
• Proficiency with marketing automation systems and CRM (preferably HubSpot and / or NetSuite)

Responsibilities :

• Collaborate with respective teams in North America, UK, and Europe to support the development, implementation, and alignment of the sales supporting processes in the META region.
• Own the Channel Operations function for the region, including partner management, onboarding / offboarding, training, QBRs, sales targets and incentive programs.
• Develop and implement sales training programs, including onboarding, product knowledge, and skills development, to empower our sales team and distribution partners.
• Collaborate with the Marketing department to coordinate sales efforts, resources, and content generation specific to the region.
• Work with the Revenue Operations team to analyze sales performance data and feedback to identify knowledge gaps and training opportunities.
• Support the usage of tools and platforms, including the CRM, Partner Portal, CPQ, and LMS ensuring easy access to resources that support the sales process.
• Work closely with sales leadership to align enablement initiatives with strategic goals, enhancing pipeline growth and conversion rates.
• Regularly assess and optimize the effectiveness of enablement programs through surveys, feedback, and performance metrics.
• Oversee operational requirements that enable sales and customers, including office space setup, logistics coordination, and warehouse management.

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The role of the Supply Chain Manager is to oversee the entire supply chain process, from procurement to delivery. This involves developing and implementing strategies to meet business requirements, managing logistics, inventory, and supplier relationships.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Strategic Planning: Develop and implement supply chain strategies to meet business objectives.
• Team Management: Lead and develop a team of supply chain professionals, providing coaching, mentoring, and performance management.
• Supplier Management: Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers, negotiate contracts, and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Operations Management: Define goals and metrics, track performance, and manage end-to-end execution.
• Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks in the supply chain, ensuring continuity and minimizing disruptions.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field.
• Minimum 15-20 years of experience in supply chain management, with 3-5 years in a leadership role.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of supply chain processes, logistics, and inventory management.
• Experience with relevant software, such as SAP MM or ERP systems.

Industry-specific Requirements may include experience in managing supply chains for fast-moving consumer goods or retail industries, solar industry-specific supply chain requirements, or e-commerce businesses.

Why Carrier

Carrier is the leading worldwide provider of heating ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) refrigeration fire security and cold chain solutions. We invented the modern air conditioning and our team of pioneers and innovators have a long trajectory of developing new technologies.

We offer an evolving range of industry-leading services and solutions aimed to create healthier homes buildings and shipping environments to reduce environmental impact. We recognize diversity and inclusion as the engine to growth and innovation and continue to lead because we have an exceptional workforce that puts the client at the centre of everything.

• Purchase Order Processing

  • Receive and review the purchase requests

  • Float RFQs and analyze the bids

  • Prepare purchase orders and follow up for approval and transmission to supplier

  • Review old purchase orders in system and ensure validity of requirement

• Supplier follow Up:

  • Follow up with Supplier for Order Acknowledgements & update in SAP

  • Resolve price/qty variance if any with Suppliers

  • Follow up timely readiness of materials as promised by Suppliers

  • Prepare KPIs related to supplier performance

  • Support in preparation of PO tracker

• Shipping & Logistics

  • Track and monitor timely shipment of ready items and log GIT in SAP

  • Provide advance shipping notification and required documentation to 3PL and Custom broker

• Individual who is keen on pursuing a career in field of Supply Chain & Logistics

• Undergoing Bachelors degree or Bachelors in Management (Supply Chain education is a plus)

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

• Eagerness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced operations environment.

• Previous internship or project experience is a plus.

• Open for UAE Nationals only

What we offer

We offer excellent development opportunities an attractive salary and exceptional benefits including the following:

• International working environment

• Competitive salary

• Drive forward your career through professional development opportunities

• Achieve your personal goals with our Employee Assistance Programme

Your journey with us

We always aim to provide a fair and valuable recruitment process for everyone. If selected you will follow the next stages:

• Initial call with our sourcing/recruitment team

• Interview with the Manager

Our commitment to you

As an employer of choice our greatest assets are the expertise creativity and passion of our employees. We strive to provide a great place to work that attracts develops and retains the best talent promotes employee engagement fosters teamwork and drives innovation for the benefit of our customers. We aim to create an environment where you feel that you belong with diversity and inclusion as the engine to growth and innovation. We develop and deploy best-in-class programs and practices providing enriching career opportunities listening to employee feedback and always challenging ourselves to do better.

The values that guide us are respect integrity inclusion innovation and excellence.

Were excited for you to join us and make a difference.

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We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Junior Supply Chain Coordinator to support daily supply chain and logistics operations in our head office. This entry-level role is ideal for someone with a strong interest in logistics, procurement, or inventory management looking to grow their career in the food distribution industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in processing and tracking purchase orders with local and international suppliers.
• Support stock level monitoring and help coordinate replenishment needs with the warehouse team.
• Maintain accurate data entry in inventory and ERP systems for POs, deliveries, and stock movements.
• Communicate with suppliers and logistics providers to track delivery timelines and resolve basic delays or issues.
• Help prepare reports on inventory, stock availability, and delivery schedules.
• Work closely with the warehouse and transport teams to align on inbound/outbound delivery plans.
• Ensure documentation is completed for all supply chain activities in line with company and regulatory standards.
• Support quality checks and food safety compliance in coordination with the QA team.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field (or currently completing final year).
• Up to 2 years of experience in a supply chain, logistics, or procurement support role (internships count).
• Basic understanding of inventory and purchasing processes.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and exposure to ERP systems is a plus.
• Familiarity with food safety standards or cold chain logistics is an advantage, but not required.

What We Offer:

A competitive compensation package and opportunities for growth and development in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

How to Apply:

If you have a strong passion for logistics and supply chain management, please submit your application along with your resume and cover letter.