Manager Supply Chain

In this interesting role you will, lead the QACC Procurement function to minimize the overall purchasing costs without compromising quality or reliability of supply. You will develop and lead the QACC procurement, stores and ERP function to deliver a seamless, efficient supply chain in order to deliver business strategy and achieve the highest levels of internal and external customer service. You will be responsible for supporting the Supply Chain strategy, working with the Line Manager in the identification, evaluation and assessment of assigned new and existing products and suppliers. You will be responsible for developing the sourcing process, plan the yearly food exhibition calendar, introduce new market trend and work with different stakeholders to support the growing demands of QR group in terms of volume, quality and cost whilst introducing innovative food and beverage products/suppliers to the Supply Chain.

To achieve success in this role you will need to:

- Contribute to the development of QACC overall supply and logistics strategy.
- Establish purchasing budgets and plans in full respect of QR Group policies and procedures.
- Oversee and manage the development of QACC supply and logistics strategy to enable the delivery of revenue contribution to overall bottom line profit.
- Monitor and manage the forecasting utilising the ERP Planning system in order to maintain stock control ensuring product availability.
- Monitor the storage activities and inventory levels by conducting and reviewing audits and checks to ensure mínimal stocks are held, wasta e is minimised and service levels are met.
- Liaise with Production and Operations to understand their current and anticipated demands for goods.
- Establish the department or teams objectives and priorities to align with and support business objectives. Regularly evaluate the department or teams objectives, plans, procedures and practices, and makes appropriate changes if needed.
- Evaluate and select suppliers and negotiate terms and conditions by means of company evaluation guidelines and in full respects of QR Group policies to ensure that the most suitable products or services are procured.

Be part of an extraordinary story

Your skills. Your imagination. Your ambition. Here, there are no boundaries to your potential and the impact you can make. You’ll find infinite opportunities to grow and work on the biggest, most rewarding challenges that will build your skills and experience. You have the chance to be a part of our future, and build the life you want while being part of an international community.

Our best is here and still to come. To us, impossible is only a challenge. Join us as we dare to achieve what’s never been done before.

Together, everything is possible.

**Qualifications**:
You should have Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent with Minimum 8 years of job-related experience OR High School Qualification / Vocational Qualification (Diploma or Equivalent (Type of Diploma Based on Role) with Minimum 9 years of job-related experience.

It will be an added advantage if you have:

- Business & Commercial Overview
- Experience with Risk/Asset Movements
- Strong Demand Planning Background
- Sales & Operations Planning experience
- Experience in a multinational global organisation
- Experience in negotiation with suppliers
- Experience in Airline Catering/Large Food service catering/FMCG/Textile organization
- Additionally, CIPS Qualification or equivalent purchasing / Commerce.

In addition, you will have the following job specific skills:

- Fluent command of English and at least one other language
- Strong communication skills.
- Ability to influence people and strong negotiations skills.
- Purchaser for food line (Frozen — dry — fresh or liquids)
- Numeracy and the ability to present data clearly and accurately.
- People management skills
- Contractual and Financial acumen.
- Ability to foster teamwork amongst team members.
- Demonstrative initiative and autonomy.
- Be accountable for decisions taken and project delivery.
- Managerial skills - Ability to delegate work, set clear direction and manage workflow. Strong mentoring and coaching skills. Ability to train and develop subordinate's skills. Ability to foster teamwork among team members.

About Qatar Airways Group

Our story started with four aircraft. Today, we deliver excellence across 12 different businesses coming together as one. We have grown fast, broken records and set trends that others follow. We do not slow down by the fear of failure. Instead, we dare to achieve what has never been done before.

Therefore, whether you are creating a unique experience for our customers or innovating behind the scenes, every person contributes to our proud story. A story of spectacular growth and determination. Now is the time to bring your best ideas and passion to a place where your ambition will know no boundaries, and be part of a truly global community.

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