Business Sector Manager - Warehouse Operations Al-Futtaim Automotive Logistics

Job Requisition ID: 177048

Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the worlds most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organization to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.

By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day

Overview Of The Role:

The Business Sector Manager is responsible for crafting and overseeing the implementation of both operational and financial strategies to ensure the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of supply chain operations within the Contract Logistics department. The role involves leading warehousing operations to consistently meet client objectives and developing KPIs that guarantee client satisfaction. Key success factors for the role include maintaining budgetary control over operational costs, ensuring adherence to group policies, and leading efforts in human resource development and operational excellence. The manager collaborates closely with the General Manager to align departmental goals with organizational strategy.

What You Will Do:

• Manage the overall operational and financial strategy for delivering cost effective supply chain operations for all clients under the Contract Logistics department.
• Ensure efficient management of warehousing operations to meet contractual objectives of all clients.
• Oversee and guide direct reports, including Operations Manager/Supervisors, to achieve departmental goals.
• Responsible for controlling overall operational costs and ensuring manpower costs align with the budget.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) with clients to consistently meet and exceed customer expectations.
• Conduct regular process reviews to update and ensure adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Lead and develop the team by managing training man-days and monitoring staff turnover to enhance operational excellence.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and security policies and internal procedures.
  
  

Required Skills To Be Successful:

• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Analytical and organizational skills with a strong financial acumen.
• Effective communication and presentation abilities.
• Capability to manage conflicts, work under pressure, and plan strategically.
  
  

What Qualifies You For The Role:

• Degree educated with a basic understanding of financial figures.
• Minimum of 3 years experience in large scale warehousing operations.
• Strong leadership capabilities with good organizational and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with hands-on experience in operational, administrative, and system processes.
  
  

About Al-Futtaim Automotive

A major division of the UAE-based Al-Futtaim Group of companies, Al-Futtaim Automotive is an industry leader with presence in 10 countries across the Middle East, Asia and Africa.

Our core business activities at Al-Futtaim Automotive include distribution, manufacturing, leasing and aftersales, and we are firmly established as the regional representative of some of the world’s most iconic automotive brands: Toyota, Lexus, Honda, Jeep, Chrysler, Dodge, Volvo and RAM.

We are driven by a customer-centric approach, constantly pushing the boundaries on innovation, quality standards, and value-added service across our vast universe of customers - right from motoring enthusiasts to fleet operators to contractors. Our mission is to become the leader in custom-made mobility solutions by delivering nothing less than world-class omni-channel experiences.

We channel our local expertise and global trust to deliver one of the most comprehensive portfolios of mobility products and solutions, from passenger cars to SUVs, electric vehicles to high-performance motorbikes, commercial vehicles to industrial & construction equipment.

What keeps the company moving forward is a 9000-member strong team, with inspiring possibilities for growth, throughout the career path. This is Al-Futtaim Automotive and we empower talent to move forward.

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