Director- Purchasing (Inbound Logistics and Customs affairs)Job Description We are Looking for a Director- Purchasing (Inbound Logistics and Customs affairs) for one of our FMCG clients based in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Title : Director- Purchasing (Inbound Logistics and Customs affairs)Location : Riyadh, KSAExperience: 8 - 13 years of experience in a relevant field Job Summary : To oversee and optimize the procurement processrelated to all inbound logistics and customs clearance services. Ensure inboundlogistics are procured at most optimized total cost; ensure import/exportprocedures, and strong Custom Clearance management. Lead a team to ensure theefficient and compliant movement of the Customs Clearance department Monitor cost control, planning, performance analysis,and data analytics, and contribute to the organization s strategic objectiveswithin set KPIs, budget, and respective policies and processes and Ensuresubsidies and grants on imports are effectively realized. Roles & Responsibilities:1. Key Contribution:• Direct the implementation of the annual businessplan and targets and implement the strategic agenda of the Inbound Logistics department to deliver the company's vision and mission.• Ensurethat the strategy is translated into operational business plans for the Inbound logitics department and monitor theperformance and execution of those plans to achieve functional objectives anddeliver the Company's strategy.2. Leadership• Direct the activities of the team to ensure thatall work is carried out efficiently, in line with the strategic projectmanagement plans, policies, and procedures.• Build and lead a motivated, engaged, and competentteam, by setting priorities and objectives, managing performance, and providingongoing feedback and coaching to meet the functional challenges and goals.• Serveas a role model to ensure employees' awareness and commitment to the company's vision, mission, values, and corporate strategy toestablish a highly engaged and motivated team, and continuously improve performance.3. Budgeting - Lead the preparation of the department budget andmonitor financial performance versus the budget so that the business is awareof anticipated costs/revenues, areas of unsatisfactory performance areidentified, and potential performance improvement opportunities are capitalizedupon.4. Scheduling and Planning :• Develop and execute astrategic sourcing plan for customs clearance services.• Ensure Custom Clearance implements strategies to comply with all relevantcustoms laws and regulations.• Collaborate with legal and regulatory affairs to address any customscompliance issues.• Monitor and analyze costs associated with Inbound logistics, customsclearance services and identify cost-saving opportunities.• Ensure cost-effective procurement processes while maintaininghigh-quality standards.• Develop and communicate consolidatedperformance reports to senior leadership and provide critical information forinternal business units Review and challenge performance to forecasted plansand provide suggestions on how to improve business performance.• Manage and develop a team in terms of knowledgetransfer, development, and maintenance of any needed policies and procedures tomeet world-class standards of service.5. Policies & Systems :• Manage the development and implementation of the customsclearance policies, systems,processes and procedures, identifying potential areas for improvement, toensure efficient and effective operation.• Ensurecompliance with corporate requirements on adherence to policies, procedures andinstructions related to all relevant regulatory directives to ensure a safe andrisk-free environment. Education, Experience & Skills: Education : Bachelor s degree in business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field; advanced degree preferred | MBA or Masters in a related field (Preferred)Expereicne : 8-15 Years.skills : Accountabilityand Ownership (Advanced)Business Acumen (Advanced)Focuson Service Excellence (Intermediate)Inspiring Trust (Advanced)Managingfor Results (Advanced)Organizational Savvy (Advanced)Orientationto Change (Advanced)People Management (Advanced)Strategic Orientation (Advanced)","Work_Experience":null," Company Industry Recruitment<br/><br/>Placement Firm<br/><br/>Executive Search Department / Functional Area Buying<br/><br/>Purchase<br/><br/>Procurement Keywords Director - Purchasing Disclaimer: Naukrigulf.com is only a platform to bring jobseekers & employers together. Applicants are advised to research the bonafides of the prospective employer independently. We do NOT endorse any requests for money payments and strictly advice against sharing personal or bank related information. We also recommend you visit Security Advice<br/><br/>for more information. If you suspect any fraud or malpractice, email us at [اضغط هنا لمشاهدة البريد اﻹلكتروني]
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