Supply Chain Performance & Excellence Manager

About the role

Kidana Development Company is looking for a Manager - SC Performance & Excellence in Mecca. The role leads and develops the Supply Chain Performance & Excellence framework by measuring and analysing performance, improving processes, strengthening governance and supporting strategic and transformation initiatives. It turns the Supply Chain function into a proactive strategic business partner that anticipates business needs, identifies opportunities and risks, drives innovation and delivers sustainable value.

Key responsibilities

• Design, implement and continuously monitor performance management frameworks, including KPIs, scorecards, executive dashboards and analytical reporting across Supply Chain functions.
• Lead the development, review and enforcement of policies, procedures, governance frameworks and internal controls to ensure compliance with organisational standards, regulatory requirements and industry best practice.
• Drive continuous improvement using Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen and Root Cause Analysis to improve efficiency, effectiveness and customer satisfaction.
• Identify process inefficiencies, control gaps and operational risks, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Oversee internal audit readiness, compliance assessments, governance reviews and the timely closure of audit findings and action plans.
• Lead category management strategies through spend analysis, market intelligence, demand insights and performance analytics, and support strategic sourcing by optimising category performance and enabling data-driven procurement decisions.
• Build and lead a high-performing team, provide coaching and performance feedback, and act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on performance trends and improvement opportunities.
• Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, standardisation and performance mindset, and promote cross-functional collaboration.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration or a related field.
• Minimum 8+ years of experience in Supply Chain, Engineering, Procurement Excellence or a related field.
• Preferred: Data Analysis Professional and PMP certificates.