Eaton has been a key player in the Middle East for 40 years. This July, we announced the construction of a new sustainable campus in Dubai, which will bring together our commercial, manufacturing, and support functions, providing room for future growth.
About Eaton
Eaton is a power management company where we provide energy-efficient solutions that help our customers effectively manage electrical, hydraulic and mechanical power more efficiently, safely and sustainably. Eaton is dedicated to improving the quality of life and the environment through the use of power management technology and services. Eaton has approximately 96,000 employees and sells products to customers in more than 175 countries.
This position will oversee the successful relocation of the company's current warehouse, establish and manage a new state-of-the-art warehouse, and ensure all logistics planning for the upcoming greenfield plant and warehouse project. This individual will play a critical role in ensuring that the entire logistics, warehousing, and distribution network is optimized, adhering to Eaton's global standards, industry best practices, and Eaton's compliance requirements. The role requires a hands-on approach to managing cross-functional teams and ensuring operational excellence during this transformative phase.
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What you'll do:
- Lead the entire process of relocating the current warehouse, ensuring minimal disruption to daily operations.
- Establish and optimize processes in the new warehouse facility, ensuring efficiency in layout design, material handling, storage systems, and inventory management.
- Oversee all logistics and supply chain planning for the greenfield plant and warehouse, ensuring alignment with global standards
- Design and implement comprehensive logistics strategies for the new plant, including inbound and outbound logistics, material flow, and supplier coordination.
- Conduct due diligence to ensure compliance with local and international regulations, environmental standards, and industry certifications.
- Implement robust risk management strategies to mitigate potential disruptions during the plant and warehouse establishment phases.
- Ensure all logistics, warehousing, and distribution operations are aligned with global best practices and industry standards.
- Collaborate with senior leadership, finance, production, and external partners to align logistics strategies with overall business objectives.
- Provide regular updates and reports to executive management on project status, key milestones, risks, and mitigation strategies.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives in warehousing, logistics, and distribution including packaging to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve service levels.
- In conjunction with Global Procurement & Operations team provides thorough Global standardised monthly transportation matrics based on service, savings and economics.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, or a related field. MBA or relevant postgraduate qualification preferred.
- 10+ years of experience in strategic operations management within logistics, warehousing, and distribution, preferably in a regional or a global environment.
Skills:
- Proven experience in successfully managing large-scale warehouse relocations, greenfield projects, and logistics planning.
- Strong knowledge of global logistics standards, compliance requirements, and industry best practices.
- Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Excellent communication skills
- Team work in a complex, multi-cultural environment.
What we offer you:
- Being part of a company that has been in business for more than 100 years, is well known in the industry, and has a major impact on the energy industry
- Work in a company that is commitment to Inclusion & Diversity and Sustainability
- Annual mentoring program, Eaton University, a reward, and recognition system
- Ongoing Learning and Career Development Opportunities in a global company. Build your career and apply internally for our open positions worldwide
- Strong, agile and diverse team locally and globally
- Strong processes and state-of-the-art systems and tools
- Structured employee development processes, open feedback culture with development plans
- Detailed induction support and well-structured onboarding
- Balance your work and life with a hybrid worktime model
Living and Working in Dubai
Dubai is a vibrant, cosmopolitan city known for its modern architecture, luxurious lifestyle, and rich cultural heritage. Living and working in Dubai offers an exceptional quality of life with world-class amenities, a safe environment, and a thriving expatriate community. Experience a dynamic blend of work and leisure in one of the world's most exciting cities.
Ready to make a difference? Join Eaton's Dubai Team and be part of a company shaping the future of sustainable manufacturing and power management!
We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for job applicants and employees. Our recruitment processes use balanced selection criteria and avoid unlawful discrimination against applicants on the basis of their age, colour, disability, marital status, national origin, gender, gender identity, genetic information, race or racial origin, religion, sexual orientation or any other status protected or required by law.
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