Job Description

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Key Responsibilities
1. Strategic & Operational Leadership

• Develop and execute operational strategies aligned with the Group's vision and growth targets.

• Translate business goals into actionable operational plans for manufacturing, trading, and distribution.

• Establish and track KPIs for production, logistics, sales distribution, and customer service.

2. Manufacturing Oversight (Water Bottling Plant)

• Ensure optimal production planning to meet sales demand while controlling costs.

• Maintain high-quality standards in line with UAE regulatory requirements (ESMA, Dubai Municipality, etc.).

• Oversee preventive maintenance schedules and plant efficiency improvement initiatives.

• Implement lean manufacturing and continuous improvement processes.

3. Supply Chain & Distribution Management

• Manage the Group's distribution network across the UAE, including van sales, wholesale delivery, and key account servicing.

• Oversee procurement of raw materials, packaging, and trading goods at optimal cost and quality.

• Optimize warehouse and inventory control systems to reduce wastage and improve order fulfillment.

• Ensure efficient route planning, fleet management, and last-mile delivery performance.

4. Financial & Performance Management

• Prepare and manage operational budgets, cost controls, and profitability targets.

• Conduct regular performance reviews to identify inefficiencies and implement corrective measures.

• Negotiate vendor and service provider contracts to achieve cost savings.

5. Regulatory Compliance & Quality Assurance

• Ensure compliance with UAE health & safety, environmental, and food safety regulations (HACCP, ISO, ESMA).

• Lead quality control processes across manufacturing and distribution operations.

6. People Leadership

• Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing operations team across manufacturing,logistics, and distribution.

• Implement training and development programs for staff at all levels.

• Foster a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.

Requirements
Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field (Master's preferred).

• Minimum 10-15 years' experience in FMCG operations, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role in the UAE or GCC.

• Proven track record in water manufacturing operations and product distribution networks.

• Strong knowledge of UAE regulations for food & beverage manufacturing and trading.

• Expertise in supply chain optimization, cost control, and team leadership.

• Excellent negotiation, analytical, and decision-making skills.

• Fluency in English (Arabic is an advantage).

?Key Competencies

• Strategic thinking with operational detail orientation.

• Strong leadership and people management.

• Process improvement mindset (Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen).

• Financial acumen and P&L responsibility.

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Skills Required