24 Warehouse Operations jobs in Kuwait

The Supply Chain Assistant Manager at KDD supports the Spare Parts Senior Manager in daily operations, including preparing quotations, analyzing data, and providing customer service. The role involves managing and segregating local and overseas purchase requests, coordinating with suppliers, ensuring timely procurement, and maintaining compliance with procurement procedures. It also supervises the spare parts team, provides leadership in the manager's absence, and handles inquiries from internal departments related to part availability, warranties, and returns, ensuring smooth coordination between procurement, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.

• Operations Support: Assist the Spare Parts Senior Manager with daily tasks including quotation arrangements, data analysis, and customer service.
• Purchase Requests Management: Segregate Local and Overseas PRs from Plant Maintenance; handle local price inquiries and distribute to local purchasers, while submitting overseas PRs to the Senior Manager.
• Order Processing: Provide technical assistance, coordinate procurement activities, manage supplier communications and relationships, and ensure timely deliveries in line with procurement procedures.
• Team Supervision: Guide and supervise spare parts staff; act as team lead in the Senior Manager's absence.
• Customer & Supplier Relations: Support internal departments (service, sales, body shop) by resolving inquiries related to part availability, warranties, and returns.

• Purchase Order Management:
  • Prepare and issue purchase orders (POs) based on approved requisitions.
  • Track POs to ensure timely delivery of goods/services.
  • Coordinating overseas service providers documents for visa process and services.
  • Maintain accurate records of all procurement transactions.
• Vendor Coordination:
  • Communicate with suppliers to obtain quotes, confirm orders, and resolve discrepancies or delays.
  • Assist in evaluating supplier performance (delivery times, quality, cost).
• Inventory & Material Coordination:
  • Coordinate with logistics and warehouse teams to track deliveries and resolve shipment issues.
  • Claim reporting to the supplier, follow up and correspondence with supplier till claim is closed.
• Documentation & Reporting:
  • Maintain updated records of purchases, pricing, and delivery details.
  • Generate regular reports on procurement activities, savings, and supplier performance.
• Compliance & Process Support:
  • Ensure adherence to company procurement policies and procedures.
  • Assist in audits and provide required documentation.
  • Comply with KDD's health, safety, and sustainability standards, as well as the professional regulations established by the State of Kuwait.

• Education: Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field.
• Work Experience: 5-8 years of experience in supply chain management, procurement, or spare parts operations.
• Language: English, written and spoken (Arabic is an advantage).
• Professional certifications such as CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply.), CSCP, (Certified Supply Chain Professional) or equivalent (preferred).

• 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.
• Experience in supervising and leading procurement or spare parts teams.
• Ability to coordinate cross-functional with maintenance, sales, and logistics teams.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Management and Manufacturing

• Dairy Product Manufacturing

The Senior Supply Chain Officer will lead and manage the school’s procurement, inventory, and logistics operations to ensure timely and efficient delivery of goods and services. This role is pivotal in maintaining smooth school operations by overseeing supply chain activities, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring compliance with school policies and local regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Procurement and Vendor Management:

• Manage the end-to-end procurement process, including sourcing, tendering, and contract negotiations.
• Identify, evaluate, and engage with reliable local and international suppliers.
• Monitor supplier performance and ensure adherence to agreed terms and conditions.

1. Inventory Management:

• Oversee inventory control systems to ensure optimal stock levels of educational materials, office supplies, and equipment.
• Conduct regular stock audits and maintain accurate inventory records.
• Implement strategies to reduce waste and optimize resource utilization.

1. Logistics Coordination:

• Supervise the logistics and delivery of supplies, ensuring timely distribution to various school departments.
• Manage customs clearance processes and ensure compliance with Kuwaiti import/export regulations.
• Resolve logistical challenges promptly to minimize disruptions.

1. Budget and Cost Optimization:

• Monitor and manage supply chain budgets, ensuring alignment with financial goals.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement efficiency improvements in procurement and logistics processes.

1. Policy and Compliance:

• Ensure all procurement and supply chain activities comply with the school’s policies and local legal requirements.
• Promote ethical and sustainable procurement practices.

1. Collaboration and Reporting:

• Work closely with academic and administrative teams to understand resource requirements and align supply chain operations with school priorities.
• Provide detailed reports on procurement, inventory, and logistics performance to the senior management team.

Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field.
• Professional certifications such as CIPS, CSCP, or equivalent (preferred).

Experience:

• At least 3–5 years of experience in supply chain management, procurement, or logistics.
• Previous experience in an educational or service-oriented organization is desirable.
• Familiarity with Kuwaiti import/export regulations and customs procedures (advantageous).

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of procurement and logistics principles.
• Proficiency in supply chain management software and inventory control systems.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and negotiation abilities.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Personal Attributes:

• Proactive and results-driven approach.
• High level of integrity and commitment to ethical practices.
• Adaptable and culturally sensitive, with the ability to work in a diverse international environment.

• Manage end-to-endprocurement and vendor management for oil well cementing services and equipment .
• Ensure the highest level of integrity and confidentiality in procurement processes, adhering to company policies and procedures.
• Supervise international procurement and contracting activities, evaluate cost-effectiveness, and support negotiations of subcontracts and agreements.
• Review, evaluate, and approve RFQs/RFPs ensuring compliance and competitive bidding.
• Assess the quality and appropriateness of proposed services, supplies, and equipment through cost and quality analysis.
• Coordinate payment of invoices with the Finance team.
• Prepare and submit weekly/monthly procurement reports to executive management.
• Train, mentor, and supervise team members on procurement processes and compliance.
• Ensure proper segregation of duties in purchasing responsibilities.
• Provide advice and assistance on procurement of services, supplies, and equipment from local and international markets.
• Manage the procurement database, reports, and statistics.
• Follow up on shipments, goods receipt, and vendor/subcontractor performance.
• Ensure all procurement documentation complies with government requirements.
• Maintain complete and accurate procurement files.
• Perform any other procurement/contracts-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Qualifications & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum5–8 years of procurement/vendor management experience in Oil & Gas , with at least3 years in cementing services/materials procurement .
• Strong knowledge of international procurement, contracting, and compliance.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and vendor management skills.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Proficiency in MS Office and ERP/Supply Chain Management systems.
• Strong understanding of HSE regulations in procurement and contracts.

The Supply Chain Transformation Lead is responsible for coordinating transformation projects across Mezzan Holding’s supply chain, manufacturing, demand planning, and logistics functions. The role involves coordinating project lifecycles, ensuring timely delivery, tracking progress, and optimizing operational performance. The individual will work closely with cross-functional teams, including procurement, manufacturing, and logistics, to implement process improvements that support the company’s strategic goals.

• Collaborate with senior management to define project scopes and objectives aligned with business strategy.
• Identify and prioritize transformation opportunities within supply chain and manufacturing operations.
• Track the approved KPIs to measure the success of supply chain projects.
• Plan, monitor, and coordinate project timelines, budgets, and deliverables across various supply chain functions.
• Use project management software (e.g., Microsoft Project, Asana) to track project progress and dependencies.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure alignment across departments.
• Ensure all projects meet quality standards and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate regular project meetings and prepare progress reports for internal stakeholders.
• Ensure that procurement, logistics, and manufacturing are aligned with project schedules.
• Communicate effectively across departments to ensure clarity and alignment on goals and deadlines.
• Maintain detailed documentation for each phase of the project.

Senior Supply Chain Officer(Local Contract)

The British School of Kuwait (BSK) is recognised widely as Kuwait's premier school. In terms of the quality of educational provision; resourcing; the achievements of its students; the breadth of the curriculum; the extent of its extra-curricular provision; the commitment to continuing professional development and the embedding of technology into the teaching, learning and management of the school, BSK sets standards that very few other schools can match. Above all, it is renowned for the quality of its students and its teachers. All teachers at BSK are adventurous, capable and ambitious and whilst the average length of stay has been increasing, there remain frequent opportunities for colleagues to apply for positions of extra responsibility. Though BSK demands the highest standards of professionalism from its staff it remains an exciting environment in which to build a career in teaching.

Job Summary

The Senior Supply Chain Officer will lead and manage the school’s procurement, inventory, and logistics operations to ensure timely and efficient delivery of goods and services. This role is pivotal in maintaining smooth school operations by overseeing supply chain activities, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring compliance with school policies and local regulations.

Procurement and Vendor Management:

• Manage the end-to-end procurement process, including sourcing, tendering, and contract negotiations.
• Identify, evaluate, and engage with reliable local and international suppliers.
• Monitor supplier performance and ensure adherence to agreed terms and conditions.

Inventory Management:

• Oversee inventory control systems to ensure optimal stock levels of educational materials, office supplies, and equipment.
• Conduct regular stock audits and maintain accurate inventory records.
• Implement strategies to reduce waste and optimize resource utilization.

Logistics Coordination:

• Supervise the logistics and delivery of supplies, ensuring timely distribution to various school departments.
• Manage customs clearance processes and ensure compliance with Kuwaiti import/export regulations.
• Resolve logistical challenges promptly to minimize disruptions.

Budget and Cost Optimization:

• Monitor and manage supply chain budgets, ensuring alignment with financial goals.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement efficiency improvements in procurement and logistics processes.

Policy and Compliance:

• Ensure all procurement and supply chain activities comply with the school’s policies and local legal requirements.
• Promote ethical and sustainable procurement practices.

Collaboration and Reporting:

• Work closely with academic and administrative teams to understand resource requirements and align supply chain operations with school priorities.
• Provide detailed reports on procurement, inventory, and logistics performance to the senior management team.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field.
• Professional certifications such as CIPS, CSCP, or equivalent (preferred).

• At least 3–5 years of experience in supply chain management, procurement, or logistics.
• Previous experience in an educational or service-oriented organization is desirable.
• Familiarity with Kuwaiti import/export regulations and customs procedures (advantageous).

• Strong knowledge of procurement and logistics principles.
• Proficiency in supply chain management software and inventory control systems.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and negotiation abilities.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Proactive and results-driven approach.
• High level of integrity and commitment to ethical practices.
• Adaptable and culturally sensitive, with the ability to work in a diverse international environment.

Position Requirements

Your application should include:

• Profile Photo Upload (recent photograph)

Safeguarding

Prospective candidates should submit the details of at least two previous employers as referees which must be their two most recent employers, covering a minimum of four years of employment, or all of their employment if the candidate has less than four years of experience.

If a candidate has only one previous employer, two references can be provided from the same employer.

For candidates in a school where the line manager is providing a reference, the reference must be countersigned by the Head Teacher or Principal.

All successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced criminal background check and must provide a detailed residential history for the last ten (10) years.

The British School of Kuwait (BSK) is committed to safer recruitment practices.

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