Manager, Material & Inventory Management Ma'aden Aluminium Company (MAC)

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Operational / Functional

• Oversee daily warehouse operations including receiving, storage, picking, packing, and dispatch.
• Ensure proper handling, labeling, and preservation of materials and spare parts.
• Maintain stock accuracy through regular cycle counts and full physical inventories.
• Optimize warehouse layout and storage systems to improve space utilization and reduce handling time.
• Implement FIFO/FEFO principles to minimize obsolescence and expired stock.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, security, and environmental (HSSE) regulations.
• Manage inbound and outbound logistics to ensure timely material availability at sites.
• Oversee documentation of receipts, transfers, issues, and returns in ERP systems.
• Develop and enforce warehouse and inventory policies, SOPs, and KPIs.
• Ensure alignment with procurement, supply chain, and operations teams for demand planning.
• Monitor inventory levels, min-max, and reorder points to balance availability and working capital.
• Lead root cause analysis for stock discrepancies, shrinkage, or material shortages.
• Implement automation, digital warehouse systems, and barcoding/RFID tracking.
• Coordinate with finance to ensure accurate valuation, capitalization, and write-off processes.
• Support internal and external audits by providing full transparency on material records.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives (lean warehouse, 5S, digitization, etc.).
• Identifying and implementing process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce costs in logistics and spare parts management.

Leadership

• Setting clear goals and objectives for the team and individuals.
• Providing guidance and direction to the team in achieving their goals.
• Motivating and inspiring team members to perform at their best.
• Leading by example and demonstrating a strong work ethic and commitment to excellence.
• Building and maintaining a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Fostering open communication and promoting effective teamwork.
• Developing and mentoring team members to enhance their skills and capabilities.
• Making informed decisions and solving problems effectively.
• Managing conflicts and resolving issues within the team.
• Promoting a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
• Monitoring and evaluating team performance and providing feedback for improvement.
• Representing the team and advocating for their needs and interests.
• Collaborating with other departments and stakeholders to achieve common goals.
• Keeping up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in logistics and spare parts management.
• Being a proactive and strategic thinker, anticipating challenges and taking proactive measures to mitigate risks.
• Lead, mentor, and develop warehouse and inventory teams across sites.
• Build a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.
• Set clear objectives and performance metrics for warehouse supervisors and inventory officers.
• Ensure cross-functional collaboration with procurement, maintenance, and operations.
• Identify training needs and provide coaching to enhance technical and soft skills.
• Champion change management in warehouse modernization projects (automation, AI, VMI, consignment).
• Influence senior leadership decisions with data-driven insights on inventory trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Act as the owner of warehouse & inventory strategy, balancing cost optimization with operational reliability.