Assistant Manager Supply Chain
On-siteKuwait City, Al Asimah, Kuwait
Job Summary
Manage daily spare parts supply chain operations by preparing and issuing purchase orders, tracking deliveries, and coordinating with suppliers to obtain quotes and resolve discrepancies. Supervise the spare parts team while addressing internal inquiries regarding parts availability and warranties. Maintain accurate records of procurement transactions, pricing, and delivery details, and generate regular reports on savings and supplier performance. Ensure adherence to company policies, health, safety, and sustainability standards, and assist in audits. This role supports the Spare Parts Senior Manager within an FMCG organization in Kuwait.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field
- 5-8 years of experience in supply chain management, procurement, or spare parts operations
- Strong knowledge of procurement processes and technical purchasing
- Proven expertise in managing purchase requests, vendor relations, and purchase order processing
- Strong knowledge of inventory control and spare parts lifecycle management
- Familiarity with technical specifications of mechanical and electrical spare parts
- Proficient in ERP systems such as Oracle, or Maximo
- Excellent analytical, negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency in English
Desired Qualifications
- Professional certifications such as CIPS ( Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply), CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional) or equivalent preferred
- Proficiency in Arabic is an advantage
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