Summary
Oman Electricity Transmission Company is seeking a Supply Chain General Manager to lead its end-to-end supply chain function, including tendering, procurement, contracts, and warehouse management. The role covers regulatory compliance, commercial negotiations, inventory and budget controls, risk management, performance improvement, and team development. The successful candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in engineering, supply chain, or a related field and at least 11 years of relevant experience, including 4 years in a managerial or leadership role. An MBA or master’s degree in supply chain is preferred.
The posting
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Job Content:
To provide strategic leadership and governance over OETC’s end-to-end Supply Chain function, including Tendering, Procurement, Contracts, and Warehouse Management, ensuring full compliance with national regulations, Oman Investment Authority and Authority for Public Services Regulation directives, and OETC policies, while optimizing value for money, operational efficiency, and supply continuity to support OETC’s Transmission network objectives.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Strategic Supply Chain Leadership
- Develop and implement OETC’s Supply Chain strategy aligned with corporate objectives, business plans, and national priorities (In-Country Value (ICV), Omanization, OIA requirements).
- Provide strategic leadership over TPC and Warehouse Management, ensuring seamless integration between sourcing, contracting and inventory control.
- Act as the principal advisor to Executive Management on supply chain risks, opportunities, and performance.
Tendering, Procurement & Contracts Management
- Lead and oversee all tendering, procurement, and contract management activities in accordance with:
- Government Tender Law and Regulations, OIA, APSR.
- Sector Law and OETC License Conditions.
- OETC policies, procedures, and FDA
- Ensure transparent, competitive, and value-for-money procurement for all OETC projects and operations.
- Provide leadership and guidance to Tender Committees (MITC, MJTC, Ad-Hoc etc.).
- Lead and approve contract negotiations to ensure commercial, legal, and risk positions are in OETC’s best interest.
- Oversee management of Variation Orders, claims, extensions of time, and contractual disputes.
Warehouse & Inventory Management
- Oversee the planning, operation, and control of OETC’s warehouses and inventory systems.
- Ensure optimal stock levels, material availability, and inventory accuracy to support Transmission operations and projects.
- Establish controls to prevent over-stocking, obsolescence, and material shortages.
- Ensure warehouse operations comply with QHSE, security, and Asset Management Standards.
Financial Control & Budget Management
- Prepare, monitor, and control the Supply Chain departmental budget, ensuring alignment with approved business plans.
- Ensure procurement and inventory decisions support cash flow optimization and cost efficiency.
- Enforce cost transparency, audit readiness, and financial discipline across all supply chain activities
Compliance, Governance & Risk Management
- Ensure full compliance with OIA, APSR, Nama Holding instructions, and all regulatory requirements.
- Oversee timely closure of internal and external audit observations related to supply chain activities.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate supply chain risks, including vendor dependency, delivery delays, and contractual exposure.
Performance Management & Continuous Improvement
- Establish KPIs and performance monitoring frameworks for TPC and Warehouse functions.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives in procurement processes, contract management, and inventory control.
- Ensure regular review and updating of supply chain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) in line with best practices and regulatory changes.
Stakeholder & Vendor Management
- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders across OETC departments.
- Manage strategic relationships with vendors, contractors, consultants, and service providers.
- Ensure fair, transparent, and professional engagement with external parties.
People Management & Capability Development
- Lead, mentor, and develop Supply Chain leadership and staff.
- Ensure succession planning, training programs, and competency development are in place.
- Oversee performance management, appraisals, and talent development initiatives.
Reporting & Executive Communication
- Prepare and present regular reports to Executive Management and the Board on supply chain performance, risks, and key initiatives.
- Provide timely decision support and recommendations on procurement strategy and supply chain matters.
Health, Safety, Environment & Information Security
- Ensure full compliance with OETC’s QHSE and security policies.
- Promote a strong safety culture across supply chain operations, including warehouse activities.
- Ensure compliance with IT and information security requirements.
Other Requirement
Knowledge and Understanding of the Asset Management ,HSE Management System and IT Security Standard Requirements according to ISO55001, ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001 and ISO 27001 to carry out the assigned duties as per the roles and responsibilities matrix.
Requirements
Job Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Supply Chain or related field
- Master’s Degree (MBA or Supply Chain)- Preferred.
Professional Experience
- A minimum of 11+ years of relevant experience
- A minimum of 4+ years in a Managerial or leadership role.