Director Supply Chain, tMart UAE
About the role
We’re looking for a Director Supply Chain to join the team and focus on growing our own Grocery Store “tMart”. THis role is critical leadership role at the core of tMart UAE's business performance. This position owns both Demand Planning (DP) and Supply Chain (SC), ensuring seamless integration between forecasting, inventory management, warehouse operations, transportation, and network optimization. The role is responsible for maximizing product availability while optimizing inventory, transportation costs, working capital, and overall profitability. As a key member of the UAE leadership team, the successful candidate will proactively design scalable supply chain solutions, drive operational excellence, and lead innovation initiatives that directly impact GMV growth, free cash flow, and customer experience. Demand Planning & Inventory Management Own end-to-end demand forecasting accuracy across all categories and channels. Drive product availability as the primary business metric through optimized forecasting and replenishment strategies. Manage inventory health and Days on Hand (DOH) targets across warehouses and stores. Optimize stock allocation across stores and distribution centers. Lead forecasting enhancement initiatives through advanced analytics, AI, and Intelligent Demand Planning (IDP) tools. Balance service levels, inventory investment, and waste reduction to maximize profitability. Partner closely with Commercial, Operations, and Inventory teams to anticipate business needs and proactively plan capacity and stock requirements. Supply Chain Network & Logistics Own the design, optimization, and performance of the UAE supply chain network Optimize transportation flows, routes, network design, truck utilization, and contract structures. Identify opportunities to reduce logistics costs while improving service levels and fill rates. Lead warehouse and network optimization projects, incorporating automation and industry best practices. Proactively map and implement new operational flows and processes as the business scales. Warehouse Operations & Inventory Accuracy Serve as the primary point of contact for warehouse and transportation 3PL partners. Monitor and improve key contractual KPIs including: On-Time Delivery Damage Rates Service Compliance Cost Efficiency