Supply Chain Manager

Supply Chain Manager
* ‎00092056

Supply Chain Manager
Grade: ‎4
Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
JOB PURPOSE
BAE Systems is the UK Government's nominated Prime Contractor under the
Government-to-Government arrangements that are in place to provide equipment,
support and training to Saudi Arabia. We provide maintenance of Royal Saudi
Air Force aircraft and train RSAF personnel safely in a training environment
in how to use their aircraft, equipment and weapons.
BAE Systems Saudi Arabia is committed to supporting the Saudi Arabian National
Agenda including Saudisation and the training and development of Saudi
National capability through the growth of the Saudi National Partner Companies
thereby reinforcing Industrialisation and Partnerships.
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Saudi Maintenance and Supply
Chain Management Company (SMSCMC), a BAE Systems majority owned joint venture
Company as a Governance Manager. The successful individual will be working for
a company at the forefront of BAE Systems' commitment to industrialise the
supply chain in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Working across the SMSCMC Functions and Project Teams will offers a
challenging and rewarding opportunity to contribute to the development and
growth of SMSCMC in KSA.
The Supply Chain Operations Manager is responsible for the management and
direction of all supply chain operations within the capability including
Physical Logistics, Priority Management & Physical Asset Management. They are
responsible to the Head of Supply Chain for all aspects of the supply chain
products and/ or services provided within a Part145/M operation. They are also
responsible for the co-ordination of all appropriate areas to ensure
compliance with the relevant governance requirements for Continuing Platform
Airworthiness and Maintenance regulatory frameworks, of both the Customer
contracts, and Platform Maintenance Function. Ensure motivation and effective
utilisation of workforce, adherence to SHE, Quality and internal/ external
regulations. In addition, they are also responsible for the delegation of
authority to other approved signatories across their platform/ business area
as required.
JOB ACCOUNTABILITIES
At a strategic level, manage the development and direction of all supply chain
operations platform related supply chain activity. Have a general awareness of
the defence logistics framework and associated procedures and manage the
optimum supply chain solution with, as applicable, the customer, Maintenance
Tasking & Verification team(s) and operational organisation(s). Discharging
the governance across the platform related organisation that is required by
the role to ensure compliance with the requirements of the applicable
Regulatory Framework.
Manage the development and delivery of the capabilities (including IT
infrastructure), ensuring alignment to current and future business strategies.
Ensure the direction and the objectives of the team(s) align with the overall
supply chain service.
Provide leadership and direction to the team(s) in order to deliver agreed
deliverables. Influence on direction also extends to customers, service
providers and partnerships.
Performance management and flow down of objectives to the team(s) to ensure
targets are met.
Effective management of project risks and opportunities.
Manage the ability to interface with platform maintenance & upgrade operations
to ensure that appropriate and timely demands are placed on, and responded to,
by the Supply Chain. Including the presentation of material supplied to
maintenance in appropriate formats and timescales.
Manage the effective management of supply chain transactions from receipt,
processing and payment. Ensure the disciplines ability to maintain system
records to reflect process status and responses.
Manage and maintain effective working relationships with all supply chain
stakeholders to ensure collaboration between the areas to meet business needs.
Manage the development and deployment of an effective priority management
process to meet customer/contract critical demand. Ensure that all available
options for demand resolution are exhausted within the fastest means possible,
whilst ensuring compliance. To improve item availability, manage the
development and implementation of cost effective alternative solutions, by
challenging and informing stakeholders based on historical performance data
and current issues.
Ensure the infrastructure, facilities and resources are available across the
teams in order to deliver the contract.
RECRUITMENT SPECIFICATION
Substantial experience as a supply chain operations manager, including
Physical Logistics/Inventory Management/Demand Forecasting & Planning.
Experienced in developing and maximising employee performance and motivating
teams.
Vendor interface and management with in-Kingdom and leading UK, Europe and USA
industries.
Ability to design, implement and foster a continuous improvement culture,
underpinned by appropriate management reporting systems.
Comprehensive understanding of supply chain ERP/MRP toolsets and applications.
Extensive knowledge of supply chain capabilities, skill-sets and the resources
required for successful deployment.
Degree in related subject, preferably Supply Chain Management or Logistics.
Strong quantitative, analytical skills/experience.
EXPATRIATE EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
In return for the required high levels of commitment and hard work you will
receive a competitive salary, rent free accommodation and access to free
recreation facilities, all available within Company secured accommodation. In
addition, a generous leave and travel allowance makes this an opportunity not
to be missed. On successfully securing a role your appointment to Saudi Arabia
will initially be on single status. On commencement of employment in Saudi
Arabia you will have the opportunity to apply to have your family join you in
the future. A full health care scheme is provided within Saudi Arabia.
SAUDI NATIONAL EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
In return for the required high levels of commitment and hard work you will
receive a competitive salary and benefits package, including a generous leave
and travel allowance, a full health care scheme and access to subsidised
recreational facilities
BAE Systems
At BAE Systems, we provide some of the world's most advanced, technology-led
defence, aerospace and security solutions and employ a skilled workforce of
some ‎82,500 people in over ‎40 countries. Working with customers and local
partners, we develop, engineer, manufacture and support products and systems
to deliver military capability, protect national security and people and keep
critical information and infrastructure secure.
The Saudi Maintenance and Supply Chain Chains Management Company holds the
Mowaamah Gold Certificate as a work environment that empowers and motivates
people with disabilities. We take pride in creating environment that supports
everyone regardless of gender, age, physical ability.
All appointments in Saudi Arabia are subject to receipt of all necessary
Government and/or Customer approvals.

Job Maintenance
Primary LocationSA-‎01-Riyad-Riyadh
Closing Date ‎12/Jul/‎22, ‎3:59:‎00 PM