Supply Chain Manager

About Saudi Gold Refinery

Saudi Gold Refinery (SGR) is a key player in Saudi Arabia's mining sector, focusing on refining gold and precious metals, bullion production, and value-added services. The company operates within the Kingdom’s mining value chain, in alignment with Vision 2030 and regulations from the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources. SGR adheres to Saudi and global standards including LBMA Good Delivery and ISO, ensuring responsibly sourced, traceable, and certified bullion, with strong investment in people, systems, and quality controls.

Role Summary

Located in Riyadh, the Supply Chain Manager will lead procurement, logistics, and warehouse operations. This role is pivotal for optimizing inventory of critical chemicals and spare parts to ensure uninterrupted company operations. It demands rigorous vendor management and risk assessment within a stringent compliance landscape. Reporting to the CEO, the manager safeguards material integrity, drives supply and logistics efficiency, and enforces anti-money laundering and due diligence standards.

Primary Responsibilities

• Formulate and deploy sourcing strategies for dore bars and industrial chemicals ensuring cost efficiency and supply reliability.
• Manage armored transportation agreements and liaise with Saudi Customs on imports and exports of high-value materials.
• Conduct monthly precious metal inventory reconciliations and optimize maintenance spares stock levels.
• Evaluate supplier performance, perform ethical sourcing audits, and assess financial stability of vendors.
• Implement digital tracking solutions to enhance supply chain visibility and traceability.
• Lead the supply chain team by setting objectives and delivering compliance-focused technical training.
• Identify supply chain risks and develop contingency strategies to maintain continuous operations.

Candidate Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or Engineering is mandatory.
• At least ten years' experience in supply chain roles within mining, construction, or heavy industries.
• Demonstrated expertise managing secure logistics for valuable commodities.
• In-depth knowledge of Saudi Customs regulations and international trade compliance.
• Proficiency with ERP systems for managing inventory and procurement.
• Fluent English capable of handling negotiations with global suppliers.
• Experience leading teams in 24/7 industrial environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Supply Chain or Business Administration.
• Certifications such as CSCP or CPIM from ASCM.
• Arabic proficiency to interact effectively with local stakeholders.

Performance Metrics

• Achieve over 98% accuracy in monthly inventory reconciliations.
• Reduce procurement lead times for critical chemicals by 15%.
• Implement comprehensive digital tracking of metal flows.
• Realize a 5% reduction in indirect material costs.
• Establish qualified backup suppliers for critical inputs.
• Ensure full compliance with KYC and AML verification for all new vendors.

Diversity and Inclusion

Saudi Gold Refinery embraces applicants from diverse backgrounds, focusing on qualifications, skills, experience, and alignment with Vision 2030 and Saudization policies.