Continuous Improvement Manager for Contract Logistics, Maersk, Dubai, UAE

This role is to drive, implement, and sustain Continuous Improvement initiatives and activities in the Area across Contract Logistics sites and operations.
This includes supporting performance management, anchoring and facilitating trainings, and deploying process improvement projects.

We offer

At Maersk, you’ll be part of a global team motivated by bringing food and commodities to people in every corner of the world. We do this through close partnerships with our valued customers, who trade everything from seafood and fruits, to clothes, electronics and cars! No matter our role in the Region our end goal is to simplify the lives of our customers. This is done through seamless processes, best in class digital solutions, and great customer service!

Our diverse team of passionate and dedicated colleagues are empowered and supported to grow by their leaders. We all have our customers in mind, in every action of our daily work life, and this is truly the key to reaching our target!

An exciting career opportunity in an international, challenging business setting characterised by high pace and diversity. You will get to focus on creating valuable relations with current and new customers and work with highly-professional teams in an environment where you will be valued, recognised and well-rewarded.

Key responsibilities

- Support CL Management Team to define local KPIs and ensure performance management cycles/tools are in place and followed across the CL Operations.
- Implement and sustain Continuous Improvement initiatives and activities across the Area
- Act as a change agent in order to develop and implement a systematic approach to continuous and sustainable improvement.
- Lead workshops, trainings, meetings, events, with sites teams to promote/execute standardization and CI, and bridge gaps between expectations and reality
- Together with the local sites leadership team, analyse the ‘as is’ in terms of customer satisfaction, process standardisation and execution, functional organization, wastes and inefficiencies etc: Identify current process and/or gaps and propose solutions to improve outcomes
- Coordinate and review all functional excellence activities in Area and develop change management strategies to ensure successful implementation and adoption of changes.
- Sustain CI deployment and maturity in the site’s teams in coordination with CEN and Product owners.
- Act as a true ambassador for CI in and articulate the advantages and how to deliver a better service to our customers at a lower cost

We are looking for

Accountable for
- Delivery of Projects impacting productivity & cost
- Support teams with performance management tools.
- Map as-is and to- be processes. Drive the journey
- Effective anchoring of solutions, tools, and changing mindset of employees and management. Ensure as big CI impact as possible is delivered (and regularly reported)
Consulted about
- Process changes affecting the specific area outside warehousing, e.g. transportation, customer service
- Approached by engineering, pricing, and implementation teams regarding ideas and realisation of their own projects
- Global initiatives

https://jobsearch.maersk.com/jobposting/index.html?id=MA-317760

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Buyer, Landmark Group, Dubai, UAE

 Buyers, also known as purchasing agents, are analyzers, negotiators and deal-makers. They research, evaluate and buy products for companies to either resell to customers or use in their everyday operations.

 Key Accountabilities and process:

·         Determine buying requirements and formulate buying plan and budget for the assigned department/category

·         Align the buying plan to the overall department/category business plan and the merchandize strategy as laid down by the department/ category manager

·         Help meet the profit targets by ensuring timely procurement of the department/category Merchandise

·         Pursue cost reduction measures through centralized bulk buying and/ or selecting appropriate vendor mix, scanning the environment for benchmarks and constantly improving the purchase process

·         Develop an adequate vendor base for the concept through active scouting and negotiation / renegotiation

·         Build and maintain relationships with vendors and suppliers and negotiate the best deals with them for procuring merchandise

·         Maintain contact with vendors; update list of vendors for bidding purposes; attend product demonstrations, obtain samples and literature regarding potential products and vendor capabilities and confer with end users

·         Identify, evaluate and select appropriate vendor mix to achieve business objectives

·         Place orders based on the buying plan and ensure merchandise is delivered as per the plan based on the agreed service level agreement

·         Implement financial and credit services agreement with the vendor that maximize profit and positively contribute to cash flow

·         Track the merchandise transportation from supplier to landmark distribution center and ensure smooth flow of goods

·         Follow the reverse logistics guidelines to send the faulty / damaged goods back to the vendor

·         Identify and leverage alternate buying opportunities to source products and to ensure that company maintains its competitive edge by constant renegotiation

·         Ensure effective communication, collation and follow-up on various product requirements and findings obtained from the sales/store data

·         Keep abreast of the latest trends in buying and discuss the same with the department/category Manager from time to time to assess realignment of existing processes

·         Gather information from Industry trade groups or through trade shows/market visits.

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Category Buyer, Farah Experiences LLC, Abu Dhabi, UAE

 

Job Description

As a Category Buyer, you will be expected strive to achieve excellence in the delivery of customer service to internal stakeholders within their category area. In doing so candidates will assume ownership and accountability for the following areas of activity:

• All aspects of the P2P process
• Contract Management
• Supplier Performance
• Optimized value for money
• Engage with stakeholders to drive a culture of demand planning and early procurement involvement
• Collaborate across the Sourcing team to develop and deliver on Sourcing objectives
• Develop team and individual based strategies to ensure delivery of KPI. Your job role will also include:

Procure-to-Pay:

• Assume accountability for ensuring the smooth and efficient running of the Procure-to-Pay process through effective coordination with all departments involved in the process
• Source, negotiate and award business using best practice methodology so as to meet all departmental KPI in an ethical and auditable manner and which adheres to the Group Procurement Policies and Procedures
• Ensure all expenditure is undertaken in a compliant manner and all supply chain risk is identified and managed
• Manage and assist the business to resolve supplier delivery performance issues and invoice discrepancies where escalated by Accounts Payable
• Resolve day to day supplier/contract quality and performance issues
• Coordinate with finance to ensure all supplier invoices are paid in accordance with contracted payment terms
• Identify and implement agreed operational improvement opportunities
• Provide periodic performance and issue reporting 

 

Contract Management:

• As part of the Category team manage the whole contract lifecycle for approved suppliers which shall include contract extensions / variations and renewals ensuring appropriate evaluation is undertaken to ensure maximum value for money and awarded in a timely and compliant manner
• Identify opportunities to consolidate group spend where possible, and develop initiatives to migrate from transactional activity to contract based procurement

General:

As the function matures, as part of the transition to a supply chain management model, new and varied activities and opportunities will present themselves. Post holders shall be expected to be active contributors to the development of the department and business.

 

Analysis and Reporting:

• Provide a comprehensive and concise monthly report tracking progress KPI, using historical reference, current state and projected future positions aligned to the overall strategies of the department and business. 
• Use all KPI to effectively drive & achieve targeted activity, utilizing trend, projection and actual data to accurately report performance.
• Drive responsibility, accountability and ownership of the entire supply chain through effective reporting mechanism

Procurement Systems:

Support the development of procurement systems to achieve best practice, lean and effective operating platforms and report.

To be considered for this role, you will need to have:

• Member of the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (or Studying towards)
• Business or Finance related qualification
• 3+ years’ experience, with solid best practice procurement knowledge
• Understanding of and experience of working within a P2P environment
• Good understanding of Supply Chain Management delivery
• Experience of procurement in the Middle East and ideally UAE
• Strong customer service attitude
• Fluent in English language (written and verbal) + Multilingual a plus
• Procurement Professional self-starter and target driven team player
• Ability to work autonomously and as a team member
• Ability to prioritize workload
• Ability to respond to coaching & mentoring, developing & delivering local strategies with minimal supervision
• Ability to influence at all levels
• Minimum of Intermediate negotiator level (evidenced through recognized training) demonstrating understanding and consideration for all variables involved in total cost of ownership / lifecycle
• Good problem solving capability
• Familiar with spend analysis tools
• Ability to interpret historical and current performance to plan and enact future activity
• Understanding of commercial risk and ability to develop and enact qualified mitigation proposals
• Good understanding of contract management and contract performance
• Ability to develop ethical and transparent supplier relationships to ensure maximum supply base and contract performance
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong customer service skills
• Ability to adopt and act upon a business wide view of activities
• Able to work on procurement systems and support design of procurement systems
• Excellent verbal and written skills in English language

Desirable:

• Familiar with e-Catalogue ordering systems, e-Market places and e-Sourcing tools would be an advantage. (e.g. e-RFP, e-Auction tools)
• UAE nationality
• Experienced in the use of ERP systems - IBM Maximo, Oracle, Eatec

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Digital Artist, Rawaj HCM, Riyadh, KSA

 Our ideal candidate is proficient in digital drawing software, including Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator

experienced in traditional drawing on paper or making paintings,

Experienced and talented digital artist to collaborate with our design and development department

we need someone who has a diverse skill set and knows how to combine illustrations and photography to

make a clear product.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Work with the design and development department to create a product with the proposed idea, create drafts of digital designs, or the design is based on their feedback illustrations, send drafts to the concerned authorities for approval and improve 

Requirements and Qualifications:

Professional in drawing on Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator

Experienced in traditional drawing on paper and the ability to use perspective in drawing

The ability to turn ideas into a clear work of candidate portfolio

” previous work “

must be shared prior to the interview in line with the CV

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Print Graphic Designer, Al Mulla Group, Fujairah, UAE

 Description :

We are looking for a creative print designer to ideate and execute print designs for a variety of applications. As a print designer, you will collaborate with the creative team, create digital graphic design mockups. and oversee the final printing process.

Responsibilities:

To ensure success as a print designer, you should have a good understanding of color calibration and technical printing standards. A skilled print designer should have a keen eye for detail and be able to create designs for a variety of printed mediums.

Requirements:

• Collaborating and brainstorming with the creative team to define design briefs and requirements.
• Researching concepts, designs, reference material, and similar work.
• Rendering and presenting design mockups for revision and feedback.
• Implementing feedback revision and creating final designs for printing.
• Reviewing and proofreading designs to ensure that copy, layout, and dimensions are print-ready.
• Overseeing the printing process to ensure color quality and consistency.
• Managing the timelines and workflow of print design projects.
• Communicating updates, feedback, and issues with the clients, managers, and the creative team.
• Maintaining the brand's consistency across all designs and printed materials.
• Keeping up to date with the latest design trends, techniques, and printing standards
• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, visual arts, or related field.
• A minimum of two years' experience as a print designer or a similar role.
• A strong portfolio of print design work.
• Proficiency in design software such as Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
• Good knowledge of print standards such as G7, GRACoL, and SWOP.
• Experience in producing a range of printed materials including catalogs, textile prints, and magazine designs.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• The ability to manage multiple design projects and perform under pressure.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Willingness to learn new design software and techniques.

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