Supply Chain Manager

Job Summary:

KDD is seeking a skilled and experienced Supply Chain Manager To lead supply chain and procurement function within KDD in line with corporate strategy and approved business plans.

Roles and Responsibilities:

1- Administrative Supply Chain Activities:

• Plan, communicate job expectations, and set goals with team members.
• Monitor team activities and performance; resolve work-related issues effectively.
• Support, motivate, and evaluate team members; ensure departmental objectives are met.
• Share information and encourage team accountability.

2- Timely Procurement:

• Generate and follow up purchase orders; ensure timely delivery of materials, equipment, and services.
• Manage procurement for Plant Maintenance, Production, Project, Plastic Factory, Building Maintenance, Garage, Refrigeration, LAB, QC, QA, Marketing, Sales, HR, Finance & General Admin.
• Procure staff uniforms, general items, and services.
• Coordinate with suppliers and end-user departments; maintain supplier relationships.
• Ensure smooth supply to production plants; explore cost-saving opportunities and market analysis.
• Evaluate quotations, negotiate pricing (including OEM suppliers), and prioritize urgent orders.
• Manage weekly pending PR reports, price inquiries, quotation follow-ups, and payment term negotiations.

3- New Supplier Management:

• Prepare supplier creation requests (SCRF) for management approval.

4- Purchase Order Execution & Shipping:

• Approve and send purchase orders; follow up on shipments via sea, air, and courier services.
• Obtain freight quotations, evaluate rates, and arrange cost-effective shipping solutions.
• Coordinate with suppliers and freight forwarders for consolidation and direct shipments.

5- Documentation & Consignment Delivery:

• Guide suppliers on customs documentation per Kuwait law.
• Review draft documents before shipment; monitor consignment deliveries to stores.

6- Payment Process:

• Approve supplier invoices and forward to Finance; follow up on outstanding payments.

7- Monthly Inventory & Claims:

• Track pending POs; handle claims for wrong delivery, short receipt, or damaged units.
• Report and follow up on claims until resolved by goods receipt or credit note.

8- PO Workflow Approval:

• Obtain management approval for POs above 250 KWD for all departments.
• Verify PO details, quotations, price comparisons, and documentation.

9- DHL & TNT Payments:

• Approve and reconcile freight and customs invoices; instruct Finance for payment; follow up on payments.

10- Annual Service Contract Renewal:

• Renew service contracts for office equipment; arrange repairs and maintenance as needed.

11- Pending PR & PO Closing:

• Prepare pending PR & PO reports and forward for quarterly, half-yearly, or annual closing.

12- Reporting & HR Management:

• Monitor, evaluate, and report to Executive Manager – Supply Chain & Logistics.
• Plan manpower effectively, manage leaves, maintain qualified replacements, and conduct competency-based evaluations.
• Ensure compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental regulations.
• Perform any duty assigned by the Executive Manager.

Required Education:

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, Commerce, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or similar fields.
• APICS CSCP, Six Sigma, Lean, or other relevant supply chain certifications

Required Professional Skills:

• Excellent fluency in English.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in F&B supply chain within Kuwait.
• Strong decision-making, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Consistent, disciplined, and effective communication skills.
• Ability to identify priorities, plan schedules, and complete tasks efficiently and on time (highly focused and results-oriented).
• Proficient in MS Office, Oracle, and Maximo.