Supply Chain Manager

At JTI, we operate in a dynamic FMCG environment where supply chain excellence is critical to delivering the right products, at the right time, with the right quality and cost efficiency. Our Supply Chain function works closely with Marketing, Commercial Planning, Global Supply Chain, and Finance to ensure seamless production planning, inventory management, and logistics execution. Join us and play a key role in ensuring operational continuity and business performance!

Position:

As the Supply Chain Manager, you will:

• Oversee production and finished goods supply by managing production and shipping schedules in line with inputs from Marketing, Commercial Planning, and GSC
• Monitor finished goods warehouse levels in close coordination with Warehousing, ensuring optimal inventory coverage and availability
• Resolve demand and supply mismatches by aligning stakeholders and driving timely plan updates based on identified outcomes
• Manage shelf life risks and quality control activities by ensuring compliance with QMS requirements, product testing standards, and extension management processes
• Monitor NTM levels across all SKUs, proactively identifying and escalating any potential write-off risks with clear mitigating actions
• Coordinate logistics operations by aligning shipment schedules, bookings, routes, and sourcing locations to support uninterrupted supply
• Track in-transit inventory and continuously update inventory projections to reflect shipment movements and changes
• Optimize logistics costs by monitoring and managing expenses such as demurrage, detention, and port charges
• Ensure robust controls and reporting by reconciling physical stock, sales, and financial systems on a monthly basis in collaboration with Internal Controls and Warehousing
• Produce accurate and timely monthly reports covering finished goods inventory coverage, shelf life status, production pipeline, write-offs, and ad-hoc supply chain topics
• Collaborate with FP&A and Commercial Planning to plan, monitor, and manage cash flow impacts related to inventory positions and import schedules
• Ensure cash flow considerations are embedded into commercial proposals and adequately assessed with FP&A and Management
• Lead the monthly demand planning cycle by organizing cross-functional meetings, highlighting demand updates, risks, and agreed action points

Requirements:

• University degree in management, business, supply chain, or logistics is preferred
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a managerial role related to supply chain management within the FMCG industry
• Fluent English and Arabic 
• Strong working knowledge of SAP and advanced Microsoft Office tools
• Solid experience in production planning, inventory management, logistics coordination, and supply chain reporting
• Strong analytical capabilities with the ability to translate data into actionable insights and decisions
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and operate effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment
• Structured, proactive, and able to take ownership of complex supply chain topics with a high level of accountability

What to expect:

Expect wellbeing initiatives, flexible work arrangements, growth opportunities, and excellent benefits, including a unique family leave policy. For more details on local policies, speak with the Talent Advisor.