SUMMARY OF THE ROLE:
Supply Chain Manager, you will be responsible to lead and manage the Supply Chain (multiple Operations Job Families and/or related functions, however not including production) by enhancing its developments based on Jotun's values and in accordance with local, regional, segment, and corporate objectives and guidelines to ensure the timely delivery of high-quality products and services to our customers while maximizing Supply Chain efficiency for Saudi Arabia.
Supply Chain includes - (Customer Service & Order Handling, Production Planning, Logistics (Warehousing/ Transportation) and Purchase (Raw Material and Non-Raw Material).
This position is based in Jeddah and will report to the Operation Director.
Responsibilities:
- Lead the supply chain teams in line with Leadership Expectations and tools to develop, coach, and guide its members to ensure a workforce that is competent, engaged, and enabled to meet Jotun's current and future needs.
- Arrange and participate in Sales, Operation & Management meetings to coordinate activities and improvement in overall efficiency and cooperation between Sales, Operation and Supply Chain functions.
- Lead the supply chain functions by implementing and monitoring procedures and guidelines to ensure that supply chain activities comply with local laws and regulations, such as ISO 9001, ISO14001, and ISO 45001, Jotun Operations System, and Jotun's HSEQ Management system.
- Initiate and drive cross-functional planning and cooperation to ensure all stakeholders are aligned to develop high-performing teams, champion in continuous improvement and Lean practices, and ensure strong HSEQ compliance. Closely working with Sales, Operation, and regional stakeholders to support business growth and deliver reliable, world-class supply chain performance & efficiency.
- Lead end-to-end supply chain function across Saudi Arabia, driving customer service excellence, efficiency, along with customer satisfaction. Manage planning, procurement, warehousing, and distribution while optimizing inventory, cost, and service levels with Initiates, different drives and follow-ups on continuous improvement activities by implementing the Jotun Operations System and agreed KPI's - Key Performance Indicators.
- Ensure efficient Logistics setup to meet customers current and future needs, efficient stock management, and quality control of Raw Material, packaging, and Finish Goods.
Dimensions:
- No. of Employees: 136 employees with 3 Manager as direct report and 1 coordinator
- Finished goods inventory budget: SAR 30 million
- RM inventory budget: SAR 200 million
- Non- RM inventory budget: SAR 50 million
- Dept. operating budget: SR 12.51 million
- Annual Sales Turnover: 100 million litters/year
- Business segment covered: Decorative Dealers, Decorative Projects, Protective Coating and Marine.
- Countries/Markets: Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Oman, Bahrain, Egypt , Yemen , India and Intercompany business within Jotun network (Marine customers)
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR AND WHAT WE OFFER:
We are looking for:
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Logistics & Supply Chain Management is preferable.
- 8-10 years of relevant experience in leading Supply Chain function.
- Fluency in Arabic & English both verbally and written.
Location: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia(Responsible for all the locations in KSA).
We look for:
- Acts on own initiative, makes things happen and accepts responsibility for the results.
- Co-operates well with others; shares knowledge, experience and information; supports others in the pursuit of team goals.
- Communicates in a clear, precise and structured way; speaks with authority and conviction; presents effectively.
- Demonstrates specialist knowledge and expertise in own area; participates in continuous professional development.
- Understands the organization's informal rules and structures and utilizes political processes effectively to get things done.
- Provides team with a clear sense of direction, inspires and coordinates others and keeps them focused on objectives.
We offer:
- Competitive compensation and benefits.
- Continuous learning opportunities and training activities through on-the-job training and our in-house learning Jotun Academy.
- Career development opportunities across multiple disciplines and geographies.
- Leaders who focus on engaging and enabling their team, proven by consistently high employee feedback scores.
- A supportive and inclusive company culture where you can be your authentic self.
- A focus on having fun together through team buildings and social activities.
POSITION INFORMATION:
Company: Jotun Saudia Co. Ltd.
Contract Type: Fixed Term (Fixed Term)
Time Type: Full time
CLOSING DATE (dd.mm.yyyy): 16.01.2026
WHO WE ARE
Jotun's story in the MEIA region (Middle East, India and Africa) began in 1962, and has grown to include 18 legal entities committed to achieving success and growth of the Jotun Group. Throughout our history, we have focused on providing our employees with meaningful and challenging work, rewarding them through continued learning and development, underpinned by our values of Loyalty, Care, Respect and Boldness.
Jotun Saudia Co. Ltd., established in 1984, is one of the key markets within the MEIA region. With 2 production facilities, 5 warehouses and more than 450 employees, we aim to further strengthen Jotun's position in Saudi Arabia through ambitious market growth plans that focus on innovation, efficiency and profitability.
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Jotun's company culture welcomes and values differences in people. Our more than 10,200 employees on all continents represent 90 nationalities, four generations and diversity of professions, gender, abilities, ethnicities, beliefs, cultures etc. We are committed to represent the societies we operate in, promoting equality, equity and zero-tolerance for discrimination.
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