supply chain director

Consult

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 Role Overview:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 The Director, Supply Chain (US) is a senior leader accountable for end-to-end (E2E) supply chain planning and external operations for US generic and brand divisions - strategic sourcing, procurement, logistics, and integrated demand/supply/inventory planning. This role owns and matures the S&amp;OP/SI&amp;OP and IBP processes, synchronizes multi-plant capacity and material flows, and leads high-performing teams to deliver service, cost, working capital, and risk objectives in complex environments.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Primary Duties &amp; Responsibilities:
 
 
 
 
 
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 Provide strategic direction and vision for the E2E US supply chain, including sourcing, procurement, planning, warehousing, and logistics, driving continuous improvement across performance, processes, and systems.
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 Lead, develop, and retain a high-performing team of supply chain, planning, and procurement professionals through clear goal setting, coaching, performance management, and talent development.
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 Own and mature S&amp;OP/SI&amp;OP and IBP processes, ensuring alignment of demand, supply, inventory, capacity, and financial objectives (Budget, LRP, working capital).
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 Lead S&amp;OP/SI&amp;OP governance with senior leadership, including cadence, content, and decision frameworks; clearly communicate performance, risks, trade-offs, and recommendations.
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 Own the integrated 24-month rolling demand, supply, and inventory plan for the US business, ensuring synchronization across commercial, manufacturing, procurement, and finance.
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 Synchronize production scheduling and material flow across multiple internal and external manufacturing sites to optimize capacity utilization, labor, and material availability while meeting OTIF and customer service targets.
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 Translate demand signals into executable capacity, production, and procurement plans across internal manufacturing and external partners (CMOs, CDMOs, contract manufacturers, suppliers).
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 Develop and execute short-, mid-, and long-term supply chain strategies, including network design, supply strategies, and inventory policies aligned with growth and commercialization plans.
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 Own and continuously enhance supply chain systems and analytics across planning, procurement, inventory management, warehousing, and E2E visibility (e.g., ERP/MRP, IBP).
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 Oversee procurement and production planning for raw materials, APIs, packaging, WIP, and finished goods, balancing &ldquo;never-out&rdquo; service requirements with capacity and working capital constraints.
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 Define and execute risk mitigation and scenario planning for supply disruptions, material or site changes, quality events, geopolitical risks, and demand volatility.
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 Optimize inventory performance through safety stock, buffering, and replenishment strategies to achieve service, inventory turns and working capital targets.
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 Own and optimize E2E cost of goods and services.
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 Manage strategic supplier and external manufacturing relationships, including sourcing, contracting, performance management, allocation strategies, and risk management.
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 Define, monitor, and drive accountability for key supply chain KPIs.
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 Partner with Business Development and Commercial teams to support new customer onboarding, proposals, technology transfers, and new product launches.
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 Ensure compliance with corporate, regulatory, and governmental requirements and reinforce organizational mission, values, and culture.
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 Partner closely with logistics and warehousing to ensure compliant, on-time distribution through 3PLs and alignment with FDA, OSHA, EPA, and DEA requirements.
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 Competencies/Career level:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Innovation &amp; continuous improvement, entrepreneurial attitude, ability to work in fast-paced, global, matrix environment, customer orientation, team leadership, adaptability/flexibility, results-oriented, control of budgets/costs, self-development, critical and strategic thinking, stakeholder influence &amp; communication, change leadership
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Requirements and personal skills:
 
 
 
 
 
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 Education:
 
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
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 Languages:
 
 English (required); Spanish strongly preferred
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 Experience (years/area):
 
 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in end-to-end supply chain (planning, sourcing, procurement, logistics) in pharma/biopharma/CDMO.
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 Specific Knowledge:
 
 Professional certifications such as APICS CPIM/CSCP, Six Sigma Green/Black Belt, CPSM, or PMP preferred. Proven success designing and leading S&amp;OP/SI&amp;OP and IBP processes in complex, data-constrained environments, aligned with financial planning and long-range forecasting. Deep expertise with ERP/MRP and advanced planning systems; strong analytical capability and experience with BI/visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau); advanced Excel skills. Strong executive communication, facilitation, and influence skills across all organizational levels and external partners.
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 Working knowledge of finance, contracting, import/export regulations, logistics, manufacturing operations, and regulatory frameworks
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 Travel:
 
 up to 10%
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 Personal skills:
 
 strong interpersonal and people development skills, strong results-orientation, superior leadership skills, ability to anticipate problems and solve them successfully.
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 Competencies/Career level:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Innovation &amp; continuous improvement, entrepreneurial attitude, ability to work in fast-paced, global, matrix environment, customer orientation, team leadership, adaptability/flexibility, results-oriented, control of budgets/costs, self-development, critical and strategic thinking, stakeholder influence &amp; communication, change leadership
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Requirements and personal skills:
 
 
 
 
 
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 Education:
 
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
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 Languages:
 
 English (required); Spanish strongly preferred
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 Experience (years/area):
 
 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in end-to-end supply chain (planning, sourcing, procurement, logistics) in pharma/biopharma/CDMO.
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 Specific Knowledge:
 
 Professional certifications such as APICS CPIM/CSCP, Six Sigma Green/Black Belt, CPSM, or PMP preferred. Proven success designing and leading S&amp;OP/SI&amp;OP and IBP processes in complex, data-constrained environments, aligned with financial planning and long-range forecasting. Deep expertise with ERP/MRP and advanced planning systems; strong analytical capability and experience with BI/visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau); advanced Excel skills. Strong executive communication, facilitation, and influence skills across all organizational levels and external partners.
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 Working knowledge of finance, contracting, import/export regulations, logistics, manufacturing operations, and regulatory frameworks
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 Travel:
 
 up to 10%
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 Personal skills:
 
 strong interpersonal and people development skills, strong results-orientation, superior leadership skills, ability to anticipate problems and solve them successfully.
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Supply Chain Director

The AMES Companies, Inc.

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 Supply Chain Management Overview
 
 
 The Director of Supply Chain is responsible for effectively managing and planning all aspects of forecasting, distribution, consumer service, and logistics functions. These duties play a critical role in ensuring effective operations and maintaining customer satisfaction across both the Casablanca and Hunter divisions.
 
 
 Key Functions
 
 
 Oversee and execute comprehensive forecasting strategies to ensure accurate demand planning for both divisions.
 
 
 Manage distribution operations to facilitate timely and efficient delivery of products to customers.
 
 
 Coordinate consumer service activities, ensuring high-quality support and responsiveness for all customer inquiries and needs.
 
 
 Direct logistics processes to optimize the movement and storage of goods across the supply chain.
 
 
 Team and Vendor Oversight
 
 
 Provide leadership to staff members responsible for forecasting, ensuring alignment with business goals and operational requirements.
 
 
 Manage third-party relationships with distribution, logistics, and consumer service vendors to maintain service standards and operational efficiency.
 
 
 
 Essential Duties And Responsibilities
 
 
 
 Direct and oversee the company's Sales &amp; Operations Planning (S&amp;OP) to ensure effective coordination between sales, operations, finance, and supply chain.
 
 
 Develop and present the annual forecast, supporting corporate financial objectives for sales and inventory management.
 
 
 Prepare the annual budgets for logistics and distribution and provide ongoing monthly management to ensure financial targets are met.
 
 
 Oversee customer and macro-level forecasting with a focus on improving accuracy and standardizing processes for greater efficiency.
 
 
 Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support supply chain operations and resolve related issues.
 
 
 Manage vendor relationships to ensure that service standards, cost objectives, and operational efficiency goals are consistently achieved.
 
 
 Lead and develop the team, fostering professional growth and maintaining high performance standards.
 
 
 Provide strategic direction for supply chain initiatives to support business objectives and operational improvement.
 
 
 Develop, execute, and revise the strategic plans to address changing business requirements, launch new initiatives, and work closely with both internal and external supply chain partners.
 
 
 
 Education And Experience Requirements
 
 
 
 BA is required for this role, while a master&rsquo;s degree is preferred. Candidates must have at least ten years of relevant experience in forecasting, logistics, or similar supply chain methodologies. This educational background or equivalent work experience is essential for successfully managing the demands of the role.
 
 
 Leadership and Communication Skills
 
 
 Strong, proven leadership abilities are required to guide teams and foster high performance. Additionally, candidates must demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills to facilitate effective collaboration and convey information clearly within the organization.
 
 
 Analytical and Decision-Making Skills
 
 
 The role calls for outstanding analytical skills, including the capability to decipher and evaluate data for making informed judgment calls and planning decisions that best serve the company.
 
 
 Technical Proficiency
 
 
 Proficiency with the Microsoft business suite is necessary for handling daily business operations. Candidates must also have a thorough understanding of technologies currently available for planning, managing, and analyzing supply chain activities.
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Director Supply Chain

Hunter Fan Company

FMCG

Key Responsibilities:1. Strategic Leadership<ul><li>Develop and implement supply chain strategy aligned with company goals.</li><li>Lead long-term planning for procurement, production planning, and distribution.</li><li>Drive continuous improvement initiatives across supply chain functions.</li><li>Identify cost-saving and efficiency improvement opportunities.</li></ul>2. Procurement &amp; Vendor Management<ul><li>Oversee sourcing, supplier selection, and contract negotiations.</li><li>Develop strong relationships with local and international suppliers.</li><li>Monitor supplier performance, quality standards, and compliance.</li><li>Ensure cost-effective purchasing while maintaining quality standards.</li></ul>3. Demand Planning &amp; Inventory Management<ul><li>Lead demand forecasting and supply planning processes.</li><li>Optimize inventory levels to reduce holding costs and stock-outs.</li><li>Implement inventory control systems and KPIs.</li></ul>4. Warehousing &amp; Logistics<ul><li>Oversee warehouse operations and distribution network.</li><li>Ensure timely dispatch and delivery of goods.</li><li>Optimize transportation costs and logistics performance.</li><li>Maintain compliance with safety and regulatory standards.</li></ul>5. Team Leadership<ul><li>Lead and develop supply chain team members.</li><li>Set KPIs and performance targets.</li><li>Build a high-performance and collaborative culture.</li></ul>6. Financial &amp; Performance Management<ul><li>Prepare and manage supply chain budgets.</li><li>Monitor KPIs such as OTIF, inventory turnover, procurement savings, and logistics costs.</li><li>Provide regular reports to senior management.</li></ul>7. Risk Management<ul><li>Identify supply chain risks and develop mitigation strategies.</li><li>Ensure business continuity planning.</li><li>Maintain compliance with regulatory and industry standards.</li></ul>Required Qualifications:<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field (MBA preferred).</li><li>10&ndash;15 years of experience in supply chain management.</li><li>Minimum 5 years in a leadership role.</li><li>Strong knowledge of ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.).</li><li>Excellent negotiation, analytical, and leadership skills.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: From Rs600,000.00 per monthWork Location: In person

Head of Supply Chain

Insight Global

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 A client of Insight Global is seeking a Director of Inventory and Logistics. This individual will be responsible for enterprise-wide receiving, inventory management/warehousing, and shipping operations across five manufacturing sites. This role will set the strategy and drive execution to ensure material availability for production while optimizing inventory levels, working capital, and operational efficiency.
 
 
 
 
 This individual will lead a team of managers/sr. managers and a growing organization of 500&ndash;1,000 employees. They will closely partner with operations, production, procurement, engineering, and quality to deliver step-change improvements in performance. The Director is a critical member of the Operations leadership team, acting as the Supply Chain business partner to the SVP of Operations and driving step-change improvements in performance. The role emphasizes disciplined business processes, production planning, lean principles, and the development of high-performing teams.
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
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 Lead receiving, warehousing, inventory control, and outbound shipping operations across all sites
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 Ensure timely and accurate material flow to meet production schedules
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 Optimize inventory levels, planning parameters, and re-order points to reduce excess and obsolescence
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 Oversee inventory accuracy, cycle counts, and year-end counts within SAP
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 Drive continuous improvement using lean manufacturing and strong business processes
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 Develop talent and build a high-performing leadership team across all functions
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 Education and Experience Requirements:
 
 
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 Requires a bachelor&rsquo;s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or a related field or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background.
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 Preferred: Master&rsquo;s degree or certifications such as APICS CPIM, CSCP, or Six Sigma.
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 Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
 
 
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 10-15 years of experience in materials management, supply chain, or manufacturing operations, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
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 Strong knowledge of inventory control, warehousing, and production planning processes.
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 Working knowledge of SAP with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (especially Excel).
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 Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
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 Strong leadership and team development capabilities.
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 Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
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 Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background.
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 Essential Mental and Physical Abilities:
 
 
 
 This role requires strategic thinking, attention to detail, and the ability to lead teams and manage
 
 
 complex supply chain operations. The Director must be able to make data-driven decisions and adapt to changing production demands along with seeing the big picture and using KPIs to identify gaps before they jeopardize operational performance.
 
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 Ability to analyze data, think strategically and develop actionable insights.
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 Strong decision-making and prioritization skills.
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 Ability to lead and motivate large, geographically disbursed cross-functional teams.
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 Effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.
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 Work Environment:
 
 
 
 The position is primarily office-based with regular interaction on the manufacturing floor and frequent travel to supplier sites.
 
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 Ability to sit or stand for extended periods.
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 Occasional lifting of materials or equipment up to 25 lbs.
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 Frequent visits to manufacturing and warehouse sites with exposure to seasonal temperatures, dust, and industrial noise.
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 Ability to travel frequently for site visits, logistics coordination and process improvement.
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Director of Inventory and Logistics

Dawat-e-Islami Trust

Dawat-e-Islami Trust is seeking an experienced Head of Supply Chain to manage procurement, logistics, inventory, and supplier relationships efficiently.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Organize and oversee end-to-end supply chain operations and supplier management.</li><li>Supervise inventory management, logistics, and implementation of supply chain SOPs.</li><li>Develop strategies to reduce costs, improve efficiency, and enhance performance.</li></ul>Requirements<ul><li>Education: MBA in Supply Chain Management.</li><li>Experience: Minimum 8 years of relevant experience.</li></ul>Skills:<ul><li>Procurement expertise and research skills.</li></ul>Job Type: Full-timePay: From Rs100,000.00 per monthEducation:<ul><li>Master's (Preferred)</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>Head Of Supply Chain: 8 years (Preferred)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Four Seasons

<div>About Four Seasons:
Four Seasons is powered by our people. We are a collective of individuals who crave to become better, to push ourselves to new heights and to treat each other as we wish to be treated in return. Our team members around the world create amazing experiences for our guests, residents, and partners through a commitment to luxury with genuine heart. We know that the best way to enable our people to deliver these exceptional guest experiences is through a world-class employee experience and company culture.
 
 
At Four Seasons, we believe in recognizing a familiar face, welcoming a new one and treating everyone we meet the way we would want to be treated ourselves. Whether you work with us, stay with us, live with us or discover with us, we believe our purpose is to create impressions that will stay with you for a lifetime. It comes from our belief that life is richer when we truly connect to the people and the world around us.
About the location:
Steps from the Prophet&rsquo;s Mosque, our Hotel will offer luxury accommodation for the city&rsquo;s 1.5 million annual visitors. The new-build hotel will be located at the heart of Madinah and steps from one of the most historic and significant sites in the region: Al-Masjid an-Nabawi, also known as the Prophet&rsquo;s Mosque. Madinah is also home to the Quba Mosque, which is regarded as the oldest mosque in the world.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Purchasing to lead all procurement and supply chain activities at Four Seasons Hotel Madinah . Reporting directly to the Director of Finance, you will be responsible for developing and executing purchasing strategies that ensure cost efficiency, quality assurance, and uninterrupted supply of goods and services across all hotel departments. This role is critical in supporting operational excellence while maintaining full compliance with Four Seasons standards and local regulations.
What You Will Do
<ul><li>Lead and oversee all purchasing and procurement operations , ensuring timely and cost-effective sourcing of goods and services.
</li><li>Develop and implement purchasing strategies, policies, and procedures aligned with hotel objectives and Four Seasons standards.
</li><li>Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms with suppliers to achieve optimal value, quality, and service levels.
</li><li>Oversee supplier selection, evaluation, and performance management, ensuring compliance with quality, sustainability, and ethical standards.
</li><li>Collaborate closely with Culinary, Engineering, Housekeeping, Finance, and Operations to understand departmental needs and ensure seamless supply support.
</li><li>Ensure proper inventory control, stock levels, and purchasing forecasts to support operational requirements.
</li><li>Monitor market trends, pricing fluctuations, and supply risks to proactively mitigate procurement challenges.
</li><li>Ensure full compliance with internal controls, approval processes, and audit requirements.
</li><li>Oversee capital expenditure purchasing and support pre-opening and renovation projects as required.
</li><li>Lead, mentor, and develop the Purchasing team, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
</li><li>Prepare and present purchasing reports, cost analyses, and savings initiatives to senior management.
</li><li>Ensure all purchasing activities comply with local regulations, customs requirements, and Four Seasons policies.
</li></ul>What You Bring
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field preferred.
</li><li>Proven experience as a Director of Purchasing or senior procurement role within a luxury hotel or large hospitality operation.
</li><li>Strong knowledge of hotel purchasing processes, supplier negotiations, and inventory management.
</li><li>Excellent financial acumen with a strong focus on cost control and value optimization.
</li><li>Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams.
</li><li>High level of integrity, professionalism, and attention to detail.
</li><li>Proficiency in procurement systems, inventory platforms, and Microsoft Office Suite.
</li><li>Strong analytical and reporting capabilities.
</li><li>Proficiency in English .
</li></ul>What We Offer
<ul><li>Competitive salary.
</li><li>Housing and transportation allowances.
</li><li>30 days of vacation plus public holidays.
</li><li>Complimentary meals and uniform cleaning.
</li><li>Medical and life insurance.
</li><li>Employee Assistance Program and worldwide complimentary room nights.
</li><li>Career growth and leadership development opportunities.
</li></ul>Schedule &amp; Hours
This is a full-time role.
Localization
As part of our commitment to Saudization, we actively welcome applications from Saudi nationals. Join us in shaping the future of luxury hospitality in Madinah.</div>

Director of Purchasing – Four Seasons Hotel Madinah (Saudi National)

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