Supply Chain Specialist📣 Job Ad

About the Role

Ninja is seeking a motivated Supply Chain Specialist to join its team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time position is designed for an early-career professional to contribute to the efficient operation of the company's fresh food supply chain. The role involves supporting demand planning, managing inventory, overseeing cold chain logistics, and ensuring overall supply chain coordination.

This position requires a proactive individual capable of adapting to a fast-paced operational environment and collaborating effectively with various internal departments to maintain product availability and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Forecast demand and plan inventory levels based on historical sales trends and market insights.
• Manage perishable inventory, adhering to First-In, First-Out (FIFO) principles to minimize spoilage and waste.
• Coordinate inbound and outbound logistics for fresh food products, ensuring compliance with cold chain requirements.
• Monitor and ensure adherence to quality control checks and food safety standards throughout the supply chain.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Warehouse, and Sales teams to ensure consistent product availability.
• Investigate and resolve supply chain disruptions and inventory discrepancies.
• Track key performance indicators (KPIs), maintain inventory accuracy, and support process improvements using Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems.

Qualifications and Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Logistics, Business Administration, or a closely related field.
• 0-3 years of professional experience in supply chain, logistics, inventory management, or fresh food operations.
• A strong understanding of FIFO principles, inventory control techniques, and cold chain management best practices.
• Familiarity with Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) and relevant food safety regulations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Power BI, and experience with ERP/WMS systems.
• Demonstrated strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• The ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced operational setting.

Required Skills

• Demand Planning
• Inventory Management
• Cold Chain Operations
• Supply Chain Coordination
• FIFO (First-In, First-Out)
• Inventory Control
• Cold Chain Management
• HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points)
• Food Safety Regulations
• Microsoft Excel
• Power BI
• ERP/WMS Systems
• Analytical Skills
• Problem-Solving
• Communication Skills

Work Environment and Details

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role operates within a dynamic and fast-paced environment, requiring adaptability and effective collaboration.