Job Description

Date Posted: 2009-11-06 Ref. JB1351788

Distribution Manager | Saudi Arabia
Al Futtaim Group

About the Business :
Al Futtaim - First Motor Company is the exclusive distributor ofmulti-branded Automobiles in Saudi Arabia.First Motor Company is a subsidary of Al-Futtaim Motors, the company in whichoccupies the pre-eminent position of the largest distributor of automotive products in the UAE, which has led tothe rapid development of the automobile business in the entire Gulf region.About the Job :
Distribution manager plans, directs and coordinates the storage and distribution operations within an organization or the activities of organizations that are engaged in storing and distributing materials and products.In this role you will be responsible for:
Build and sustain a distribution network Manage a sales force to service the distributor's network. Manage effective supply chain to service the network. Manage after sales technical support to service the warranty / out of warranty incidences of the distributed brands. Out of warranty revenues for non distributed brands. Manage cost effective competitive operation. Manage debtors (A/C receivable) and inventory levels as well as quality. Understanding of business process and basic corporate finance, management and accounting principles Demonstrate cross-functional expertise and the ability to thrive in a complex environment

Skills

About You

:To be successful in winning this role, the following are the pre-requisites:* Bachelor's degree* 8-10years revelant experience in KSA* Ability to communicate effectively in a multicultural, multinational environment and mobilize cross-functional high performance teams* Exceptional verbal communication skills in Arabic and English* Excellent written communication skills in English* Superior problem solving ability* Must be able to manage multiple assignments simultaneously and have strong organizational skills* Background in purchasing, manufacturing, materials management * Technical proficiency with appropriate procurement systems and analytic tools (Excel, SAP R3-ECC6 and EBP)* Strategic sourcing and supply chain leadership experience.* Experience related to vendor management, contracts, market knowledge and procurement.

Company Profile

Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim is one of the most progressive regional business houses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Structured into six divisions; automotive, retail, electronics, engineering and technology, real estate, financial services and general services, Al-Futtaim operates through more than 60 companies and maintains a decentralised approach, giving individual businesses flexibility and versatility to maintain a competitive stance.

Employing in excess of 20, 000 people across the UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman, Egypt, Syria, Pakistan, Singapore and Europe, this approach benefits employees, providing a clearly defined work culture where individuals are empowered with authority and responsibility for their work.

The success of Al-Futtaim is attributed to proactively managing change whilst upholding the values of integrity, service and social responsibility. The majority of businesses, built on a portfolio of world leading brands, dominate their sector.