About the Role
Experience and skills, more detail
- Bachelors degree in Industrial Engineering or other streams, Supply chain management or a related field.
- Masters Degree or MBA in Supply Chain, Operations, or Business Administration
PreferredCertifications such as Certified International Supply Chain Professional (CISCP) or Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) are preferred.
- 15+ years of experience in Supply Chain, Procurement, or Logistics
- Minimum 8 years in Oil & Gas or Oil Field Services industry
- Proven experience working across GCC markets (UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait)
- Strong advantage for candidates who:
- Previously worked as Oil Field Engineer / Field Operations Engineer
- Managed regional supply chain operations in drilling or oilfield services companies
Technical & Digital Skills
- ERP systems (SAP referred)
- AI-enabled supply chain planning/analytics tools
- Advanced analytics and data-driven decision making
- Digital supply chain platforms and automation
- Inventory optimization and predictive maintenance models
- Supply chain visualization and reporting tools
Key Competencies
- Strategic thinking
- Operational excellence
- Digital transformation leadership
- Supplier negotiation and stakeholder management
- Crisis management and problem-solving
Cross-cultural leadership in regional environments
Job duties description
Job Summary: The Supply Chain Manager will lead the end-to-end supply chain strategy and execution for the companys Oil Field Services operations across the Egypt. The role focuses on building a resilient, technology-driven supply chain that leverages AI, predictive analytics, and digital platforms to enhance operational efficiency, improve asset/inventory availability, and reduce operational costs.
The successful candidate will bring 15+ years of supply chain experience, preferably in Oil & Gas / Oil Field Services, with strong exposure to GCC markets, complex logistics environments, and engineering-driven operations.
Candidates with a background as an Oil Field Engineer transitioning into supply chain leadership will have a strong advantage due to their understanding of field operations, equipment reliability, and project logistics.
Key focus areas:
Strategic Supply Chain Leadership – Develop and execute regional supply chain strategies supporting drilling, well services, equipment maintenance, and field operations while ensuring seamless coordination across warehouses, field bases, vendors, and project sites.
AI-Driven Supply Chain Transformation – Lead the adoption of AI-driven forecasting, predictive inventory management, and digital supply chain platforms to enhance planning, procurement, logistics visibility, and decision-making.
Procurement & Supplier Ecosystem Management – Oversee strategic sourcing and supplier partnerships across GCC, MENA, Europe, and Asia while negotiating contracts and ensuring compliance with industry, safety, and ESG standards.
Field Logistics & Asset Availability – Manage logistics and supply operations for critical oilfield equipment, drilling tools, chemicals, and consumables to ensure rapid mobilization and operational continuity in field environments.
Inventory, Warehousing & Asset Management – Implement digital inventory control and predictive maintenance supply models to optimize warehouse operations, reduce holding costs, and maintain high availability of critical spare parts.
Risk Management & Supply Chain Resilience – Identify and mitigate supply chain risks related to geopolitical factors, supplier dependencies, and logistics disruptions while strengthening resilience across multi-country operations.
Cross-Functional Collaboration – Partner with engineering, drilling operations, finance, and project management teams to ensure timely procurement, efficient project execution, and improved operational performance.
- Leadership & Team Development – Lead and develop supply chain teams while fostering a data-driven culture and building capabilities in digital supply chain tools and AI-enabled decision-making.
Additional comments or requests
- Ability to operate in high-pressure field operations environments
- Willingness to relocate to Cairo and travel across the GCC region