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<div>
 At JTI we celebrate differences, and everyone truly belongs.
 
 46,000 people from all over the world
 
 are continuously building their unique success story with us.
 
 83% of employees feel happy
 
 working at JTI.
 
 
 To make a difference with us, all you need to do is bring your
 
 human best.
 
 
 
 What will your story be? Apply now!
 
 
 
 Learn more jti.com
 
 
 
 
 Supply Chain Manager
 
 
 
 At JTI, we operate in a dynamic FMCG environment where supply chain excellence is critical to delivering the right products, at the right time, with the right quality and cost efficiency. Our Supply Chain function works closely with Marketing, Commercial Planning, Global Supply Chain, and Finance to ensure seamless production planning, inventory management, and logistics execution. Join us and play a key role in ensuring operational continuity and business performance!
 
 
 
 Position
 
 
 
 As the Supply Chain Manager, you will
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Oversee production and finished goods supply by managing production and shipping schedules in line with inputs from Marketing, Commercial Planning, and GSC
 </li>
 <li>
 Monitor finished goods warehouse levels in close coordination with Warehousing, ensuring optimal inventory coverage and availability
 </li>
 <li>
 Resolve demand and supply mismatches by aligning stakeholders and driving timely plan updates based on identified outcomes
 </li>
 <li>
 Manage shelf life risks and quality control activities by ensuring compliance with QMS requirements, product testing standards, and extension management processes
 </li>
 <li>
 Monitor NTM levels across all SKUs, proactively identifying and escalating any potential write-off risks with clear mitigating actions
 </li>
 <li>
 Coordinate logistics operations by aligning shipment schedules, bookings, routes, and sourcing locations to support uninterrupted supply
 </li>
 <li>
 Track in-transit inventory and continuously update inventory projections to reflect shipment movements and changes
 </li>
 <li>
 Optimize logistics costs by monitoring and managing expenses such as demurrage, detention, and port charges
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure robust controls and reporting by reconciling physical stock, sales, and financial systems on a monthly basis in collaboration with Internal Controls and Warehousing
 </li>
 <li>
 Produce accurate and timely monthly reports covering finished goods inventory coverage, shelf life status, production pipeline, write-offs, and ad-hoc supply chain topics
 </li>
 <li>
 Collaborate with FP&amp;A and Commercial Planning to plan, monitor, and manage cash flow impacts related to inventory positions and import schedules
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensure cash flow considerations are embedded into commercial proposals and adequately assessed with FP&amp;A and Management
 </li>
 <li>
 Lead the monthly demand planning cycle by organizing cross-functional meetings, highlighting demand updates, risks, and agreed action points
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Requirements
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 University degree in management, business, supply chain, or logistics is preferred
 </li>
 <li>
 Minimum of 3 years of experience in a managerial role related to supply chain management within the FMCG industry
 </li>
 <li>
 Fluent English and Arabic
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong working knowledge of SAP and advanced Microsoft Office tools
 </li>
 <li>
 Solid experience in production planning, inventory management, logistics coordination, and supply chain reporting
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong analytical capabilities with the ability to translate data into actionable insights and decisions
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and operate effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment
 </li>
 <li>
 Structured, proactive, and able to take ownership of complex supply chain topics with a high level of accountability
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 What To Expect
 
 
 
 Expect wellbeing initiatives, flexible work arrangements, growth opportunities, and excellent benefits, including a unique family leave policy. For more details on local policies, speak with the Talent Advisor.
 
 
 Are you ready to join us? Build your success story at JTI. Apply now!
 
 
 Next Steps
 
 
 After applying, if selected, please anticipate the following within 1-3 weeks of the job posting closure Phone screening with Talent Advisor &gt; Assessment tests &gt; Interviews &gt; Offer. Each step is eliminatory and may vary by role type.
 
 
 At JTI, we strive to create a diverse and inclusive work environment. As an equal-opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you need any specific support, alternative formats, or have other access requirements, please let us know.
</div>

Supply Chain Manager

Procter & Gamble

<div>Job Location
CAIRO BUSINESS OFFICE
Job Description
About the Role:
Did you know that at P&amp;G we consider the Supply Network Operations (SNO) as the engine that accelerates value creation?
Getting thousands of different products onto the shelves in our customer's stores in the right quantities with precise quality in a very good time manner really does present a new challenge every single day. 
P&amp;G&rsquo;s Supply Network Operations (SNO) organization is there to meet these challenges: Forecasting customer demand, Handling the information flows from orders, shipments and invoices and leading the physical distribution process from Distribution Centre to the customer&rsquo;s shelf.
By joining us in supply chain, you can help us develop highly sophisticated, more integrated approaches, taking advantage of the latest advancements in digitized plant and connected, smart technology. Our aim is to ignite your potential and equip you to enhance the efficiency and sustainability of our supply chain operation. 
Your Role Specialty Areas: 
Forecasting customer demand, owning and executing production and planning; working with the information flow for the entire supply chain and being responsible for the physical flow process from suppliers through production plants and distribution centers to the customer's shelf.
All these missions require strong multi-functional work, which means that you'll work with other functions both internally and externally and you will be responsible to make sure that we have the right product at the right place with the right cost. 
 
Are you ready to take the challenge? We invite you to join us!
Job Qualifications
What we are looking for:<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in one of below majors with max. 0-3 years of relevant experience:
(Engineering, Actuarial Sciences, Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics (Statistics &amp; Data Analysis)</li><li>
Fluent Spoken and written command of English language.</li><li>
Strong Leadership skills, preferably including Leading/Managing/Mentoring Others experience</li><li>
Strong Logical and analytical thinking;</li><li>
Ability to collaborate effectively within a multifunctional environment</li><li>
Problem solving skills through innovation and creativity</li></ul>
Good to have:<ul><li>
Solution oriented approach.</li><li>
Conflicts resolution skills</li><li>
Project management skills</li><li>
Programming/Algorithms Knowledge</li><li>
Supply Chain Knowledge</li></ul>
ABOUT US
We produce globally recognized brands and we grow the best business leaders in the industry. With a portfolio of trusted brands as diverse as ours, it is paramount our leaders are able to lead with courage the vast array of brands, categories and functions. We serve consumers around the world with one of the strongest portfolios of trusted, quality, leadership brands, including Neurobion, Sangobion, Vicks, Always&reg;, Ariel&reg;, Gillette&reg;, Head &amp; Shoulders&reg;, Herbal Essences&reg;, Oral-B&reg;, Pampers&reg;, Pantene&reg;, Tampax&reg; and more. Our community includes operations in approximately 70 countries worldwide.
Visit http://www.pg.com to know more.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship, disability, HIV/AIDS status, or any other legally protected factor.
Job Schedule
Full time
Job Number
R000147336
Job Segmentation
Entry Level</div>

<div>
 
 Job Location
 
 
 
 CAIRO BUSINESS OFFICE
 
 
 
 Job Description
 
 
 
 
 About the Role:
 
 
 
 Did you know that at P&amp;G we consider the Supply Network Operations (SNO) as the engine that accelerates value creation?
 
 
 Getting thousands of different products onto the shelves in our customer's stores in the right quantities with precise quality in a very good time manner really does present a new challenge every single day.
 
 
 P&amp;G&rsquo;s Supply Network Operations (SNO) organization is there to meet these challenges: Forecasting customer demand, Handling the information flows from orders, shipments and invoices and leading the physical distribution process from Distribution Centre to the customer&rsquo;s shelf.
 
 
 By joining us in supply chain, you can help us develop highly sophisticated, more integrated approaches, taking advantage of the latest advancements in digitized plant and connected, smart technology. Our aim is to ignite your potential and equip you to enhance the efficiency and sustainability of our supply chain operation.
 
 
 
 Your Role Specialty Areas:
 
 
 
 Forecasting customer demand, owning and executing production and planning; working with the information flow for the entire supply chain and being responsible for the physical flow process from suppliers through production plants and distribution centers to the customer's shelf.
 
 
 All these missions require strong multi-functional work, which means that you'll work with other functions both internally and externally and you will be responsible to make sure that we have the right product at the right place with the right cost.
 
 
 Are you ready to take the challenge? We invite you to join us!
 
 
 
 Job Qualifications
 
 
 
 
 What we are looking for:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in one of below majors with max. 0-3 years of relevant experience:
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 (
 
 
 Engineering, Actuarial Sciences, Computer Science, Data Science, Mathematics (Statistics &amp; Data Analysis)
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Fluent Spoken and written command of English language.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong Leadership skills, preferably including Leading/Managing/Mentoring Others experience
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong Logical and analytical thinking;
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to collaborate effectively within a multifunctional environment
 </li>
 <li>
 Problem solving skills through innovation and creativity
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Good to have:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Solution oriented approach.
 </li>
 <li>
 Conflicts resolution skills
 </li>
 <li>
 Project management skills
 </li>
 <li>
 Programming/Algorithms Knowledge
 </li>
 <li>
 Supply Chain Knowledge
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 ABOUT US
 
 
 
 We produce globally recognized brands and we grow the best business leaders in the industry. With a portfolio of trusted brands as diverse as ours, it is paramount our leaders are able to lead with courage the vast array of brands, categories and functions. We serve consumers around the world with one of the strongest portfolios of trusted, quality, leadership brands, including Neurobion, Sangobion, Vicks, Always&reg;, Ariel&reg;, Gillette&reg;, Head &amp; Shoulders&reg;, Herbal Essences&reg;, Oral-B&reg;, Pampers&reg;, Pantene&reg;, Tampax&reg; and more. Our community includes operations in approximately 70 countries worldwide.
 
 
 Visit http://www.pg.com to know more.
 
 
 We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship, disability, HIV/AIDS status, or any other legally protected factor.
 
 
 
 Job Schedule
 
 
 
 Full time
 
 
 
 Job Number
 
 
 
 R000147336
 
 
 
 Job Segmentation
 
 
 
 Entry Level
</div>

ALSTOM

<div>Req ID:513895 

<div>
At Alstom, we understand transport networks and what moves people. From high-speed trains, metros, monorails, and trams, to turnkey systems, services, infrastructure, signalling and digital mobility, we offer our diverse customers the broadest portfolio in the industry. Every day, more than 80 000 colleagues lead the way to greener and smarter mobility worldwide, connecting cities as we reduce carbon and replace cars.</div><div></div> 
Your future role

Take on a new challenge and apply your supply chain expertise in a cutting-edge field. You&rsquo;ll work alongside dynamic, collaborative, and forward-thinking teammates.

You'll play a pivotal role in ensuring seamless coordination of supply chain activities throughout the lifecycle of our projects, from tender to closure. Day-to-day, you&rsquo;ll work closely with teams across the business (such as tender, procurement, and industrial teams), lead the design and implementation of supply chain processes, and proactively manage changes and challenges to deliver on our logistics objectives.

You&rsquo;ll specifically take care of designing supply chain networks during the tender phase, as well as ensuring material availability and minimizing costs during project closure, but also manage supplier relationships and logistics flows.

We&rsquo;ll look to you for:
<ul>
<li>Designing supply chain processes and committing to direct costs during the tender phase
</li>
<li>Setting up and synchronizing supply chain processes to meet industrial requirements during ramp-up
</li>
<li>Driving key activities to ensure supplier deliveries, stock policies, and logistics flows meet QCD objectives
</li>
<li>Identifying and addressing supplier capacity risks before business awards
</li>
<li>Coordinating supply chain activities for planning changes, supplier changes, or technical modifications
</li>
<li>Managing material availability and anticipating shortages
</li>
<li>Securing project closure by coordinating end-of-production supply chain activities</li> 
</ul>
 
All about you

We value passion and attitude over experience. That&rsquo;s why we don&rsquo;t expect you to have every single skill. Instead, we&rsquo;ve listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:
<ul>
<li>University degree in a relevant field
</li>
<li>Experience in supply chain management
</li>
<li>Experience in supplier/customer relationships or project/industrial environments
</li>
<li>Fluency in English (negotiation level)
</li>
<li>Ability to quickly and effectively handle a variety of topics
</li>
<li>Strong summarization and critical issue identification skills
</li>
<li>Effective communication and result-driven mindset
</li>
<li>Experience in remote and multicultural team management</li> 
</ul>
 
Things you&rsquo;ll enjoy Join us on a life-long transformative journey &ndash; the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. You&rsquo;ll also:
<ul>
<li>Enjoy stability, challenges, and a long-term career free from boring daily routines
</li>
<li>Work with innovative approaches to supply chain management
</li>
<li>Collaborate with transverse teams and helpful colleagues
</li>
<li>Contribute to impactful projects that shape the future of mobility
</li>
<li>Utilise our inclusive and agile working environment
</li>
<li>Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries
</li>
<li>Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning
</li>
<li>Progress towards leadership or specialized roles in supply chain management leadership or specialized roles in supply chain management
</li>
</ul><ul><li>Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical, pension)
</li>
</ul>You don&rsquo;t need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, you&rsquo;ll be proud. If you&rsquo;re up for the challenge, we&rsquo;d love to hear from you!

Important to note

As a global business, we&rsquo;re an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. We&rsquo;re committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone. 
 
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Project Supply Chain Manager - Burg Alarab

Rawaj - Human Capital Management

<div>Leverage your abilities and join the dynamic team of a leading company specializing in Oil and Gas industry in Egypt, Cairo
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Key Accountabilities</h2><ul><li>Develop and execute regional supply chain strategies for drilling, field operations, and equipment maintenance</li><li>Drive AI-enabled forecasting, inventory optimization, and digital supply chain transformation</li><li>Manage strategic sourcing and supplier partnerships across GCC, MENA, Europe, and Asia</li><li>Oversee field logistics to ensure availability of critical oilfield equipment and materials</li><li>Optimize inventory, warehousing, and spare parts availability using digital solutions</li><li>Mitigate supply chain risks and enhance resilience across multi-country operations</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, operations, finance, and project teams</li><li>Lead and develop supply chain teams while promoting data-driven and digital capabilities</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
Knowledge, Skills, and Experience</h2>
We are Looking for:<ul><li> 
15+ years of experience in Supply Chain, Procurement, or Logistics</li><li>Minimum 8 years of experience in Oil &amp; Gas or Oilfield Services industry</li><li>Proven experience working across GCC markets (UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait)</li><li>Strong background in managing regional supply chain operations within drilling or oilfield services companies</li><li>Previous experience as an Oilfield Engineer or Field Operations Engineer is a strong advantage</li><li>Experience working with ERP systems, preferably SAP</li><li>Exposure to AI-enabled supply chain planning and analytics tools</li><li>Experience with digital supply chain platforms and automation</li><li>Knowledge of inventory optimization and predictive maintenance models</li><li>Familiarity with supply chain visualization and reporting tools</li></ul></div>

Regional Supply Chain Manager | Oil and Gas | Egypt

adidas

<div>
 
 Purpose &amp; Overall Relevance For The Organisation
 
 
 
 The DC manager assume the responsibility for the management of the inbound product flow of adidas from suppliers until stocks are booked in addition to the management &amp; execution of the DC Operations and order book for customers by coordinating/matching supply and demand within the supply chain and ensuring orders are fulfilled on time &amp; in full.
 
 
 Managing and coaching the entire Inbound and DC team in Egypt and building strong cross functional relations within SCM functions and other stakeholders, with a focus on the Retail, Wholesale, eCom, and Finance teams.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Accountable for accurate and timely inbound product flow management of adidas product.
 </li>
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 Responsible for continuous streamlining of Inbound process and adhering to standards, policies, customs regulations &amp; controls.
 </li>
 <li>
 Operational management of the distribution center and transportation operations for both B2B &amp; B2C in Egypt.
 </li>
 <li>
 Coordinating internally with Logistics Provider to ensure excellent warehouse management and on-time delivery.
 </li>
 <li>
 Coordinate the release of themes &amp; campaigns with marketing/retail and ensure on time deliveries to the markets.
 </li>
 <li>
 Establish reporting criteria within the scope of Inbound &amp; DC Ops status and ensure reports are published as per the timelines.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support negotiations with 3PL and Transporters and initiate tender for contract renewals.
 </li>
 <li>
 Prepare with full diligence all related documents (invoices, packing lists, COO, &hellip; etc.) for Inbound and Outbound shipments to ensure accurate payment of customs duties and efficient clearance.
 </li>
 <li>
 Support the overall operations team by taking lead in timely submission of Global KPIs, inventory management.
 </li>
 <li>
 Coaching and managing of Egypt Inbound and DC operations team.
 </li>
 <li>
 Responsible for managing entire supply chain budget for Egypt - timely monitoring, and leading efficiency initiatives.
 </li>
 <li>
 Actively participate / lead SCM transformation initiatives like ecommerce capabilities, automation, DC network strategy, supply chain excellence etc.
 </li>
 <li>
 Continuously identify areas of improvement in supply chain operations which bring in efficiency or improve customer experience.
 </li>
 <li>
 Work cross-functionally with field operations and other functions to drive influence in capacity planning and management.
 </li>
 <li>
 Actively participate / lead SCM transformation initiatives like ecommerce capabilities, automation, DC network strategy, supply chain excellence etc.
 </li>
 <li>
 Collaborating with SCM cluster head, understanding the forecasted volumes and priorities, organizing and motivating all distribution center staff to achieve delivery of all customers&rsquo; orders on time.
 </li>
 <li>
 Preparing ad-hoc analysis, reports and new projects.
 </li>
 <li>
 Measures forwarder&rsquo;s performance on a regular basis and communicate to concerned parties for analysis and improvement recommendations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Responsible for local/Global 3PL account management and coordination from volume allocation, formulation and maintenance of processes, policies, contracts and standard operating procedures (SOP).
 </li>
 <li>
 Ensures that adidas follows all the local market requirements.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Key Relationships
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Global: Yes
 </li>
 <li>
 Regional: Yes
 </li>
 <li>
 Local:
 </li>
 <ul>
 <li>
 Retail, Ecommerce, DPC and Wholesale business teams
 </li>
 <li>
 Finance
 </li>
 <li>
 3 PL &ndash; Freight forwards, Customs brokers, DC, and last mile service provider.
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 </ul>
 
 Skills And Experience Required
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 University degree in Management, Business, or Engineering. Logistics, Supply chain preferred and Post Graduation is a plus.
 </li>
 <li>
 IT Skills &ndash; Advanced in MS Office (primarily Excel, PowerPoint); Power Bi and SAP experience preferred.
 </li>
 <li>
 Min. 6 years of overall work experience in Logistics &amp; Distribution Centre, preferably Apparel/Footwear and Retail/Ecom vertical
 </li>
 <li>
 Management experience for at least 2 years.
 </li>
 <li>
 University degree in Management. Logistics, Supply chain preferred and Post Graduation is a plus.
 </li>
 <li>
 Ability to manage a multi-faceted team in an operations environment, with an understanding of unified commerce principles.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong track-record of problem-solving, including structuring problems, performing detailed analysis, and developing/implementing recommendations.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 adidas celebrates diversity, supports inclusiveness and encourages individual expression in our workplace. We do not tolerate the harassment or discrimination toward any of our applicants or employees. We are an equal opportunity employer.
</div>

Manager Distribution Center Operations

Amazon

<div>
 
 Description
 
 
 
 Come build the future with us. What unites all Amazonians across teams and geographies is that we all strive to delight Customers and make their lives easier. Together we are building the future, one innovative product, service, and idea at a time.
 
 
 We are looking for a motivated individual to join the Inventory Health Team( Supply Chain Execution) and build innovative solutions for our Vendors, Sellers &amp; liquidators with the help of data driven critical thinking.
 
 
 We are hiring Program Manager to run complex and cross functional supply chain projects. This role is a part of the centralized supply chain planning function at Amazon AMET. The role is very much like an internal consulting role where the incumbent will drive large high impact projects in supply chain. These projects will typically involve designing and building complex new processes, driving technology solutions, driving large cost reduction or efficiency improvement initiatives or launching exciting new supply chain models.
 
 
 The incumbent will be own the following -
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 They will be responsible for working with finance, supply chain execution, transportation and other Amazon teams to identify pain points and scope out large high impact projects
 </li>
 <li>
 They will be responsible for driving cost benefit analysis and go/no-go decisions on various initiatives
 </li>
 <li>
 Once a go decision is made, the program manager will work to evolve a plan and timeline for execution.
 </li>
 <li>
 The program manager will develop a roadmap and metrics to measure progress of the initiative they own. They will also own writing reports/documents that detail the progress to leadership on a frequent basis
 </li>
 <li>
 They will liaise across functions to drive their project and help clear issues and bottlenecks.
 </li>
 <li>
 They will work with technology teams to scope out and drive any tech changes that are needed
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Above all, we expect program managers to be single threaded owners for their initiatives. This is a high ownership position where you directly control your destiny.
 
 
 Program Managers are expected to drive high-impact projects. Depending on the project, clear financial or other impact goals will be set forth. It is the program manager's responsibility to ensure they drive the program towards achieving those goals.
 
 
 
 Basic Qualifications
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 5+ years of program or project management experience
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience using data and metrics to determine and drive improvements
 </li>
 <li>
 Experience owning program strategy, end to end delivery, and communicating results to senior leadership
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Preferred Qualifications
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 2+ years of driving process improvements experience
 </li>
 <li>
 Master's degree, or MBA in business, operations, human resources, adult education, organizational development, instructional design or related field
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you&rsquo;re applying in isn&rsquo;t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.
 
 
 
 
 Company
 
 - Souq.com for E-Commerce LLC
 
 
 Job ID: A3124266
</div>

Inventory Health PM, Supply Chain

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