Vice President
Supply Chain
Michael Page
Dubai, UAE
Vice President Supply Chain– Retail Business –
Dubai based
This market leading multi $billion retailer within UAE as well as other GCC countries is currently looking for a VP of Supply Chain with a focus on E-commerce & Omni-channel operations.
Job Summary
In this exciting role you will be responsible for providing leadership over product strategy, roadmaps, market opportunities and product feature sets. Your job role includes the highly critical e-commerce and Omni-Channel systems infrastructure to deliver very high availability and speed of products, direct to consumer. Further, you will negotiate contracts and manage 3rd party relationships to ensure appropriate pricing, security and terms of use for technology suppliers.
Job Scope
- To develop, modernize and transition the e-commerce supply chain operations for Omni channel to support significant planned growth
- To prepare yearly business plans & budgets for all logistics activities for UAE.
- To be responsible for the efficiency of all distribution centers in UAE.
- To continuously investigate and propose more efficient and cost saving ways of distributing products to stores.
- Driving logistics & supply chain strategy, consulting and technology offerings to new and existing clients, ensuring offerings are relevant and timely.
- To ensure consistency of service delivery; agreeing process standards, ensuring with the management that all stores, staff and processes comply with high-end supply chain & logistics international standards
- To determine overall working practices to establish & continuously monitor all supply chain and logistics within the department.
- To monitor Third Party performance against set criteria as per agreed standards, recommends continued use of contractors.
- Lead the effort in developing a highly prioritized short and long-term Distribution strategy that supports growth in the retail business (including eCommerce fulfillment), drives out costs and delivers high level of store in stock levels.
- Coach, develop and manage large teams.
This market leading multi $billion retailer within UAE as well as other GCC countries is currently looking for a VP of Supply Chain with a focus on E-commerce & Omni-channel operations.
Job Summary
In this exciting role you will be responsible for providing leadership over product strategy, roadmaps, market opportunities and product feature sets. Your job role includes the highly critical e-commerce and Omni-Channel systems infrastructure to deliver very high availability and speed of products, direct to consumer. Further, you will negotiate contracts and manage 3rd party relationships to ensure appropriate pricing, security and terms of use for technology suppliers.
Job Scope
- To develop, modernize and transition the e-commerce supply chain operations for Omni channel to support significant planned growth
- To prepare yearly business plans & budgets for all logistics activities for UAE.
- To be responsible for the efficiency of all distribution centers in UAE.
- To continuously investigate and propose more efficient and cost saving ways of distributing products to stores.
- Driving logistics & supply chain strategy, consulting and technology offerings to new and existing clients, ensuring offerings are relevant and timely.
- To ensure consistency of service delivery; agreeing process standards, ensuring with the management that all stores, staff and processes comply with high-end supply chain & logistics international standards
- To determine overall working practices to establish & continuously monitor all supply chain and logistics within the department.
- To monitor Third Party performance against set criteria as per agreed standards, recommends continued use of contractors.
- Lead the effort in developing a highly prioritized short and long-term Distribution strategy that supports growth in the retail business (including eCommerce fulfillment), drives out costs and delivers high level of store in stock levels.
- Coach, develop and manage large teams.
- 10-15 years gained in major retail
environments, including minimum of 10 years in director of logistics &
supply chain management positions
- Strong working knowledge of an Omni-channel / e-commerce environment.
- 3+ years e-commerce supply chain experience in setting up or handling the operations of Omni channel retailers that include business analysis, either within a consultancy or the online division of an established retailer.
- Some tangible major project management experience
- Should combining \"hands-on\" operational track record and strong strategic skills
- Logistics & Supply Chain experience gained in large and renowned retail chains is a must
- Significant multi-national / multi-cultural experience, working experience in Middle East preferred
Only applicants meeting the strict criteria outlined above will be contacted as part of the shortlisting process.
- Strong working knowledge of an Omni-channel / e-commerce environment.
- 3+ years e-commerce supply chain experience in setting up or handling the operations of Omni channel retailers that include business analysis, either within a consultancy or the online division of an established retailer.
- Some tangible major project management experience
- Should combining \"hands-on\" operational track record and strong strategic skills
- Logistics & Supply Chain experience gained in large and renowned retail chains is a must
- Significant multi-national / multi-cultural experience, working experience in Middle East preferred
Only applicants meeting the strict criteria outlined above will be contacted as part of the shortlisting process.
Michael Page is one of the world\'s leading
professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of
candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients
around the world.
The Group has operations
in the UK, Continental Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Americas. In the Middle
East we focus on the areas of:
Finance & Accounting
Banking & Financial Services Procurement Property & Construction
Engineering & Supply Chain Oil & Gas Technical and Engineering Human
Resources Sales Marketing Technology Secretarial Executive Search Legal
The Group operates
through 161 offices in 33 countries and employs over 5,000 employees worldwide.
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Mall Manager
Michael Page
Qatar
Mall Manager - Qatar
The Mall Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of mall management including but not limited to leasing and tenant relations, business planning and financial management, facilities and operational management and control of all maintenance inspection and safety functions.
Client Details
Our Client is a family group based in Qatar
Description
* Develop a structured business plan for the mall covering all key components of mall operations
* Develop sales and leasing plans to identify new clients and negotiate with prospective tenants to maximize income in line with the business plan
* Ensure proper tenant mix and zoning within the mall in line with business strategy and market demand and to achieve desired footfall
* Negotiate for leases both new and renewals across all categories including: Anchors, line units, F&B and leisure
* Develop and maintain a long term beneficial relationship with all existing tenants and Retail Groups to ensure continued and future business
* Prepare, review and adjust financial budgets, systems and processes and monitor performance against budget
* Ensure smooth and positive relationship with the tenants, suppliers and contractors
* Develop and implement approved procedures and systems across all mall functions to ensure smooth co-ordination / co-operation among various internal departments to facilitate business needs and deliver positive customer and tenant experience
* Prepare plans and schedules for regular and periodic maintenance in conjunction with relevant department heads and follow up on quality and execution
* Prepare and develop marketing and annual event plans/calendar
Job Offer
Competitive salary package.
The Mall Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of mall management including but not limited to leasing and tenant relations, business planning and financial management, facilities and operational management and control of all maintenance inspection and safety functions.
Client Details
Our Client is a family group based in Qatar
Description
* Develop a structured business plan for the mall covering all key components of mall operations
* Develop sales and leasing plans to identify new clients and negotiate with prospective tenants to maximize income in line with the business plan
* Ensure proper tenant mix and zoning within the mall in line with business strategy and market demand and to achieve desired footfall
* Negotiate for leases both new and renewals across all categories including: Anchors, line units, F&B and leisure
* Develop and maintain a long term beneficial relationship with all existing tenants and Retail Groups to ensure continued and future business
* Prepare, review and adjust financial budgets, systems and processes and monitor performance against budget
* Ensure smooth and positive relationship with the tenants, suppliers and contractors
* Develop and implement approved procedures and systems across all mall functions to ensure smooth co-ordination / co-operation among various internal departments to facilitate business needs and deliver positive customer and tenant experience
* Prepare plans and schedules for regular and periodic maintenance in conjunction with relevant department heads and follow up on quality and execution
* Prepare and develop marketing and annual event plans/calendar
Job Offer
Competitive salary package.
* Minimum of 10 years Mall Management experience
(mall manager level or above), preferably in the GCC region including mall
development, mall launching and mall renovation
* Mixed use development experience is an advantage
* Knowledge of managing leasing contracts and negotiation, exposure to tender management
* Understanding and experience in managing Service Level Agreements (cleaning, security, facilities management etc.)
* Extensive knowledge of Retail Real Estate industry
* Experience with luxury segment of the market
* Strong mall specific financial acumen
* Strong business acumen and good technical knowledge of Commercial Facilities
* Mixed use development experience is an advantage
* Knowledge of managing leasing contracts and negotiation, exposure to tender management
* Understanding and experience in managing Service Level Agreements (cleaning, security, facilities management etc.)
* Extensive knowledge of Retail Real Estate industry
* Experience with luxury segment of the market
* Strong mall specific financial acumen
* Strong business acumen and good technical knowledge of Commercial Facilities
Michael Page is one of the world\'s leading
professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of
candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients
around the world.
The Group has operations
in the UK, Continental Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Americas. In the Middle
East we focus on the areas of:
Finance & Accounting
Banking & Financial Services Procurement Property & Construction
Engineering & Supply Chain Oil & Gas Technical and Engineering Human
Resources Sales Marketing Technology Secretarial Executive Search Legal
The Group operates
through 161 offices in 33 countries and employs over 5,000 employees worldwide.
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Operations
Director
Michael Page
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Owned by a $1bn holding company, this market
leading 3PL business with a solid customer base, made up of multinational
brands is currently looking for an Operations Director to manage both logistics
& warehousing and to drive sales / business development for new key
customers.
This 3PL is a market leader in fulfilment, warehousing and logistics services with major developments in the courier and freight industries to be the pick - pack service for all businesses.
This position will be responsible for meeting the regional distribution and logistics requirements to support the rapid expansion plans that are in place. You will negotiate contracts and manage 3rd party relationships to ensure appropriate pricing, security and terms of use for technology suppliers. The successful candidate will work to generate and retain strong business relationships within KSA.
You will need to have a worked in the KSA for a period of time to have business relationships here, to be successful.
Key Responsibilities;
- Drive continuous improvement programs across the DCs
- Drive business development, supporting with brining on new clients through existing relationships and networking to utilize the large capacity of the Warehouse / Logistics capabilities of this business.
- Assess the integration of 3PL partners across the DCs and packing centres across the zones
- Leading the development of a detailed and standard picking solutions menu for the zones
- Partnering with supply planning and customer care to drive a step change in customer service
- To prepare yearly business plans & budgets for all logistics activities for UAE.
- To be responsible for the efficiency of all distribution centres in UAE.
- To continuously investigate and propose more efficient and cost saving ways of distributing products to stores. Providing Finance the detailed monthly analysis of Sales & each Warehouse Utilization.
- Recommends to GM disciplinary actions re poor performers, and promotions to GM for deserving good performers when senior positions are available.
- Assist Sales Department in calculating storage cost by providing the required foot prints / area especially the floor storage requirements.
- To determine overall working practices to establish & continuously monitor logistics operations within the department.
- To monitor Third Party performance against set criteria as per agreed standards, recommends continued use of contractors.
- Establish and maintain strong and long term relationships with existing accounts, identify opportunities and develop strategies for market growth within KSA
- Implementing value creation programs like Labour Management Systems etc.
This 3PL is a market leader in fulfilment, warehousing and logistics services with major developments in the courier and freight industries to be the pick - pack service for all businesses.
This position will be responsible for meeting the regional distribution and logistics requirements to support the rapid expansion plans that are in place. You will negotiate contracts and manage 3rd party relationships to ensure appropriate pricing, security and terms of use for technology suppliers. The successful candidate will work to generate and retain strong business relationships within KSA.
You will need to have a worked in the KSA for a period of time to have business relationships here, to be successful.
Key Responsibilities;
- Drive continuous improvement programs across the DCs
- Drive business development, supporting with brining on new clients through existing relationships and networking to utilize the large capacity of the Warehouse / Logistics capabilities of this business.
- Assess the integration of 3PL partners across the DCs and packing centres across the zones
- Leading the development of a detailed and standard picking solutions menu for the zones
- Partnering with supply planning and customer care to drive a step change in customer service
- To prepare yearly business plans & budgets for all logistics activities for UAE.
- To be responsible for the efficiency of all distribution centres in UAE.
- To continuously investigate and propose more efficient and cost saving ways of distributing products to stores. Providing Finance the detailed monthly analysis of Sales & each Warehouse Utilization.
- Recommends to GM disciplinary actions re poor performers, and promotions to GM for deserving good performers when senior positions are available.
- Assist Sales Department in calculating storage cost by providing the required foot prints / area especially the floor storage requirements.
- To determine overall working practices to establish & continuously monitor logistics operations within the department.
- To monitor Third Party performance against set criteria as per agreed standards, recommends continued use of contractors.
- Establish and maintain strong and long term relationships with existing accounts, identify opportunities and develop strategies for market growth within KSA
- Implementing value creation programs like Labour Management Systems etc.
- Western educated
- Have a track record in KSA from another 3PL
- Hold both Logistics & Commercial Management skill sets.
- Should combining \"hands-on\" operational track record and strong strategic skills
- Significant multi-national / multi-cultural experience, working experience in Middle East preferred
- At least 10 years of DC or warehouse management experience; additional supply chain experience is welcomed.
- Strong commercial relationship within KSA is a must.
- Strong collaboration skills and demonstrated strengths managing across boundaries (internal and external)
- Excellent communicator with strong negotiation and relationship management skills. Both target/customer oriented. High level of autonomy and integrity.
- Knowledge depth in change management and Lean Management Tools are preferred
- Strong, decisive leader with effective interpersonal skills and strong background in business development.
- Have a track record in KSA from another 3PL
- Hold both Logistics & Commercial Management skill sets.
- Should combining \"hands-on\" operational track record and strong strategic skills
- Significant multi-national / multi-cultural experience, working experience in Middle East preferred
- At least 10 years of DC or warehouse management experience; additional supply chain experience is welcomed.
- Strong commercial relationship within KSA is a must.
- Strong collaboration skills and demonstrated strengths managing across boundaries (internal and external)
- Excellent communicator with strong negotiation and relationship management skills. Both target/customer oriented. High level of autonomy and integrity.
- Knowledge depth in change management and Lean Management Tools are preferred
- Strong, decisive leader with effective interpersonal skills and strong background in business development.
Michael Page is one of the world\'s leading
professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of
candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients
around the world.
The Group has operations
in the UK, Continental Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Americas. In the Middle
East we focus on the areas of:
Finance & Accounting
Banking & Financial Services Procurement Property & Construction
Engineering & Supply Chain Oil & Gas Technical and Engineering Human
Resources Sales Marketing Technology Secretarial Executive Search Legal
The Group operates
through 161 offices in 33 countries and employs over 5,000 employees worldwide.
Apply Now
Corporate
Communications Manager
Michael Page
Qatar
Create strategies to increase employee awareness
and promote productivity. Externally, communicate with the media and other
interested parties to announce new products and discuss organisational changes
in a way that attempts to maintain a positive image of the company
Client Details
A leading facility maintenance company.
Duties & Responsibilities: Internally
* Distribute executive messages, prepare presentations and internal memos, and conduct meetings to share information.
* Develop print materials and branding strategies for employee use
* Establish an internal communications strategy in conjunction with senior managers
* Ensure organisational initiatives and projects are successfully communicated to employees and stakeholders
* Plan, edit and write content for a variety of internal communications mediums, such as a staff intranet, monthly magazine or regular email bulletin including the layout of content
* Use social media to communicate with staff internally
Externally
* Represent to stakeholders, interested parties, and the public.
* Serve as the company spokesperson to the media and the general public.
* develop and distribute materials that convey the company\'s policies or position on issues.
* Other duties may include issuing press releases, arranging interviews, and compiling press kits.
Job Offer
25-28 000 QAR + medical+ flights
Client Details
A leading facility maintenance company.
Duties & Responsibilities: Internally
* Distribute executive messages, prepare presentations and internal memos, and conduct meetings to share information.
* Develop print materials and branding strategies for employee use
* Establish an internal communications strategy in conjunction with senior managers
* Ensure organisational initiatives and projects are successfully communicated to employees and stakeholders
* Plan, edit and write content for a variety of internal communications mediums, such as a staff intranet, monthly magazine or regular email bulletin including the layout of content
* Use social media to communicate with staff internally
Externally
* Represent to stakeholders, interested parties, and the public.
* Serve as the company spokesperson to the media and the general public.
* develop and distribute materials that convey the company\'s policies or position on issues.
* Other duties may include issuing press releases, arranging interviews, and compiling press kits.
Job Offer
25-28 000 QAR + medical+ flights
* A Bachelors degree in Journalism,
Communications, Public Relations or Marketing or equivalent is required
* At least 5 years PR/ agency experience with successful track record
* Must be a confident communicator and presenter in English Language
* Ability to multi-task and prioritise
* Excellent attention to detail
* Team player with initiative to work individually as appropriate
* Sound knowledge of Word, Excel, Email or Internet Desirable Strong writing, editing, proofreading, layout and design, professional printing/publishing skills are essential, including ability to present concepts verbally in English.
* Must possess excellent organisational and planning skills
* Familiarity with information technology, especially digital and video means of communication, is essential.
* Superior project management and time management skills
* A wide degree of creativity and latitude
* Strong knowledge and understanding of current trends in digital media/social media
* Self-motivated with a positive and professional approach to management
Preferred
* A Master\'s degree
* A professional qualification from the Chartered Institute of Public Relations or the Chartered Institute of Marketing is preferred.
* Knowledge of the management of a corporate web page.
* At least 5 years PR/ agency experience with successful track record
* Must be a confident communicator and presenter in English Language
* Ability to multi-task and prioritise
* Excellent attention to detail
* Team player with initiative to work individually as appropriate
* Sound knowledge of Word, Excel, Email or Internet Desirable Strong writing, editing, proofreading, layout and design, professional printing/publishing skills are essential, including ability to present concepts verbally in English.
* Must possess excellent organisational and planning skills
* Familiarity with information technology, especially digital and video means of communication, is essential.
* Superior project management and time management skills
* A wide degree of creativity and latitude
* Strong knowledge and understanding of current trends in digital media/social media
* Self-motivated with a positive and professional approach to management
Preferred
* A Master\'s degree
* A professional qualification from the Chartered Institute of Public Relations or the Chartered Institute of Marketing is preferred.
* Knowledge of the management of a corporate web page.
Michael Page is one of the world\'s leading
professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of
candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients
around the world.
The Group has operations
in the UK, Continental Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Americas. In the Middle
East we focus on the areas of:
Finance & Accounting
Banking & Financial Services Procurement Property & Construction
Engineering & Supply Chain Oil & Gas Technical and Engineering Human
Resources Sales Marketing Technology Secretarial Executive Search Legal
The Group operates
through 161 offices in 33 countries and employs over 5,000 employees worldwide.
Apply Now