Date Posted:

2025-02-23

Country:

Kuwait

Location:

KWT01: Al Tijaria Tower, 10th Floor, Al Soor Street, Mirqab

Job Title - Senior Supply Chain Officer

Role Overview:

The role holder is responsible for managing the complete supply chain process for Otis – Entity including gathering specifications, identifying the suppliers and monitoring them based on the contractual terms. The role holder also works with third party vendors to resolve delays in the procurement channels. The role holder shall carry out his duties in accordance with the stipulated business policies and procedures.

On a typical day you will:

Logistics:Coordinate and manage the annual stock count activities to ensure accuracy and accountability of inventory.Serve as the primary point of contact for the Gulf Supply Chain logistics team, coordinating various services related to Kuwait operations.Review and validate invoices related to supply chain activities, including freight, clearance, and duties, to ensure accuracy and compliance.Oversee warehousing activities, including both inbound and outbound operations, to maintain high standards of due diligence.Optimize warehouse space utilization to improve efficiency and storage capacity.Regularly review and update Environmental, Health, and Safety (EH&S) practices within the warehouse to ensure a safe and compliant working environment.Purchasing:Manage the procurement of spare parts to ensure timely availability and optimal inventory levels.Oversee fleet management including renewal, cancellation and addition to maintain efficient and cost-effective transportation operations.Administer and manage subcontracting contracts to ensure compliance and alignment with business needs.Handle Maintenance, Repair, and Operations (MRO) procurement to support continuous operational efficiency.Source new vendors both locally and overseas as needed to secure essential services and products for the business.Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure high-quality service, timely deliveries, and favourable terms.Develop and implement saving initiatives across different supply chain categories, regularly tracking progress to meet annual savings targets.Facilities management: Oversee facilities management, ensuring all equipment functions properly and addressing any faults or issues promptly.Maintain and uphold housekeeping standards across all facilities, reporting any deficiencies or issues.Monitor and ensure outsourced contractors' work complies with quality and performance standards.Manage the negotiation and renewal of leases, as well as the establishment of new lease agreements, to align with business needs.Supports the development of a continuous talent pipeline for key roles in own department and provides mentoring for high potential talent in the team.Organizes and supervises the activities of team members in a manner that supports self-management and continuous improvement.Provides coaching, formal and informal feedback to team members in order to support their continuous development.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in business management/administration or equivalent

Professional Certifications

Relevant certifications such as Certified Professional in Supply Chain Management (CPSM)/ Certified International Procurement Professional (CIPP) ,CIPS or equivalent experience.

Years of Experience

Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in supply chain management including experience handling external suppliers/vendors in a multinational organization

Nature of Experience

At least 5 years in positions of progressively increasing managerial responsibilities  

Language Skills

Fluent written and spoken English essential, Arabic preferred

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Otis is the world’s leading elevator and escalator manufacturing, installation, and service company. We move 2 billion people every day and maintain approximately 2.2 million customer units worldwide, the industry's largest Service portfolio.  

You may recognize our products in some of the world’s most famous landmarks including the Eiffel Tower, Empire State Building, Burj Khalifa and the Petronas Twin Towers! We are 69,000 people strong, including engineers, digital technology experts, sales, and functional specialists, as well as factory and field technicians, all committed to meeting the diverse needs of our customers and passengers in more than 200 countries and territories worldwide. We are proud to be a diverse, global team with a proven legacy of innovation that continues to be the bedrock of a fast-moving, high-performance company.  

When you join Otis, you become part of an innovative global industry leader with a resilient business model. You’ll belong to a diverse, trusted, and caring community where your contributions, and the skills and capabilities you’ll gain working alongside the best and brightest, keep us connected and on the cutting edge.  

We provide opportunities, training, and resources, that build leadership and capabilities in Sales, Field, Engineering and Major Projects and our Employee Scholar Program is a notable point of pride, through which Otis sponsors colleagues to pursue degrees or certification programs.   

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