Job description

JOB PURPOSE:

The Supply Chain Management Director will lead the end-to-end supply chain strategy, ensuring efficiency, cost optimization, and alignment with corporate objectives.The role includes reviewing and approving contract terms and conditions to safeguard the company’s interests and compliance with policies.The Director will oversee contractor performance, ensuring full adherence to contractual obligations, technical specifications, and service levels. The Director will coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to address and resolve shareholder and auditor observations in a timely manner.This position will provide strategic leadership to enhance governance, mitigate risks, and drive continuous improvement across procurement and supply chain functions.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Procurement & Contracting :

• Work closely with company Management Team to develop and implement a procurement strategy in line with the company’ strategic objectives.
• Develop and implement best practices, policies, and procedures in accordance with international standards to ensure clients’ acquisitions are managed in a risk averse and controlled manner.
• Ensure development of annual Procurement Plan of the company.
• Identify the key procurement priorities and ensure that resources are assigned accordingly.
• Set up and maintain a control framework to ensure that all SCM activities are effectively managed.
• Oversee the development of contracts and agreements with vendors and ensure that the contracts/agreements are strictly adhered to.
• Ensure the best value for the company by conducting/overseeing negotiations with vendors.
• Develop an effective and comprehensive inventory monitoring/management system to ensure accuracy of stock records and to maintain optimum stock levels to meet operational requirements.
• Leverage supply chain performance of the company through implementation of lean supply chain processes such as Just-In-Time (JIT), and strategic sourcing principles such as Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).
• Develop relationships with suppliers and ensure all procurements are carried out in an efficient, cost-effective manner and in adherence to quality standards.
• Review existing spends and identify opportunities for process improvement and cost reduction.
• Monitor changes on regulations and laws affecting the procurement of specific materials, analyze their impact on the company contracts and act accordingly.
• Lead the annual budgeting process ensuring that all business verticals operate within budget and report on any variances.
• Oversee and lead all insurance related activities including contracts, renewals, claims, and premium payments. 
• Manage Division SLA and ensure conformity with agreed condition.
• Lead, coach and manage the performance of the team in line with good people management practices.
• Monitor and support handling division risks
• Promote a culture of HSE and ensure all activities are compliant to Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental standards.

Contractual Review & Compliance :

• Review and assess contractors’ fulfillment of contractual obligations for completed, ongoing, and incomplete projects, with specific focus on compliance with original technical specifications.
• Identify and document deviations or risks arising from contractors’ non-compliance and provide timely alerts to safeguard the company’s interests.
• Collaborate with legal, technical, and financial teams to evaluate implications of non -compliance and recommend corrective or preventive actions.
• Ensure proper compliance documentation is maintained to support contract closeouts, claims handling, and future contractor evaluations.
• Provide management with structured compliance assessments and actionable recommendations to mitigate legal, financial, or operational risks.

Project management :

• Ensure that the consultants and contractors fulfil all the technical, commercial and legal obligations referenced in the respective contract agreements
• Represent Oman Food Capital at all interfaces with the consultant, contractor, other stakeholders and relevant authorities.
• Facilitate the timely completion of all related projects by assisting the contractors and consultants with necessary support.
• Ensure effective monitoring of project progress through the engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning and testing phases up to commercial operation.
• Track and report on project milestones, risks, and deviations from contractual obligations.
• lead the resolution of disputes or non-compliance issues with the contractors/ consultancy .
• Conduct regular site visits to assess construction progress, quality, safety, and adherence to schedule and contractual obligations.
• Collaborate with legal team to prepare formal responses and ensure claims are resolved in alignment with the agreements and applicable laws.
• Lead technical investigations into any major project deviations, incident, non-compliance, or equipment failures and prepare detailed reports.

 QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, and Operations Management or related field.
• Professional certification in SCM, Contracts & Commercial Management, and Project Management .
• 12 years of relevant experience, Minimum of 5 years’ experience in leading a team in Contracts Management, Procurement, and Supply Chain Management .

Technical Competencies :

• Contracts Management
• Compliance & Regulatory Knowledge
• Project Coordination & Reporting
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Policies & Procedures
• Supply Chain Management
• Strong Business Acumen and Market Awareness
• Strong Negotiation and Influencing Skills

Leadership Competencies :

• Strategic Thinking and Visionary Leadership
• Effective Decision-Making and Problem[1]Solving
• High Emotional Intelligence and Team Leadership
• Adaptability and Change Management
• Collaborative and Stakeholder Management
•  Personal Development