Egypt Supply Chain Head

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Hiring Remotely in Sharqia, EGY
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The Role
Leads Egypt’s end-to-end supply chain operations, including material handling, supply and material planning, inventory management, customs compliance, supplier delivery follow-up, and warehouse efficiency. The role drives cost optimization, performance improvement, cross-functional alignment, and operational decision-making while managing and developing the supply chain team. It also coordinates with regional and global stakeholders and supports automation and process improvement initiatives.
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Be part of something bigger. Decode the future.
Electrolux Group is a leading global appliance company that has shaped living for the better for more than 100 years.

We reinvent taste, care and wellbeing experiences for millions of people, always striving to be at the forefront of sustainability in society through our solutions and operations.

Under our group of leading appliance brands, including Electrolux, AEG and Frigidaire, we sell household products in around 120 markets every year.

In 2025 Electrolux Group had sales of SEK 131 billion and employed 39,000 people around the world. 

For more information go to www.electroluxgroup.com. 
 
Join us in our exciting quest to build a future home!
This is for 10th of Ramadan Plant – Cairo – Egypt.

The Head of Supply Chain – Egypt will be responsible for leading and managing the full spectrum of supply chain operations for the Egypt business unit of a multinational company. This includes overseeing material handling engineering, supply planning, customs and compliance, and material planning follow-up/call-off processes, while driving operational efficiency, cost optimization, and cross-functional alignment. The ideal candidate brings a strong strategic mindset, deep operational knowledge, and proven leadership capabilities in managing complex, multi-functional supply chain environments.

What you’ll do:

Supply Chain Management

  • Support the development and execution of supply chain activities in line with company goals in Egypt.
  • Coordinate daily supply chain operations, including material handling, planning, customs processes, and inventory management.
  • Act as a link between local teams and regional/global supply chain stakeholders to ensure smooth communication and execution.

Material Handling & Engineering

  • Manage material handling operations to support efficient production and warehouse activities.
  • Identify opportunities to improve material flow, warehouse layouts, and operational safety.
  • Support automation and process improvement initiatives where applicable.

Supply Planning & Material Management

  • Oversee supply planning activities to maintain appropriate inventory levels and ensure material availability.
  • Follow up with suppliers on material deliveries to avoid shortages and production disruptions.
  • Work closely with procurement and production teams to respond effectively to changes in demand.

Customs & Trade Compliance

  • Ensure compliance with local import/export regulations and company policies.
  • Coordinate with customs authorities, brokers, and relevant stakeholders to support timely clearance of shipments.
  • Monitor customs activities and help resolve issues that may impact material availability.

Operational Performance & Continuous Improvement

  • Track supply chain performance using key metrics such as delivery performance, inventory levels, and lead times.
  • Support process improvement and cost optimization initiatives across supply chain operations.
  • Use available systems and data to support operational decision-making and reporting.

Team Management & Development

  • Lead and support the supply chain team in achieving operational objectives.
  • Promote teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
  • Provide guidance, training, and performance feedback to help team members develop their skills and capabilities.

Who you are:

  • Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Engineering, or a related field; MBA or postgraduate degree is a strong advantage.
  • 15+ years of progressive experience in supply chain management within a multinational or industrial environment.
  • Strong background in material handling systems, supply and material planning, and customs operations.
  • Solid understanding of ERP systems (preferably Oracle), planning tools, and supply chain analytics.
  • Proven experience leading cross-functional teams and large-scale operational improvements.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

Core Competencies:

• International. You enjoy working in a truly global environment and you like to deliver in cross-functional teams;

• Strategic. You have demonstrated strategic thinking, have strong analytical skills and ability to see the big picture;

• Business acumen. You have a proven track record of displaying strong business understanding and you are able to evaluate risks/opportunities making skilled business decisions;

• Team player. You have exceptional collaboration skills, proven ability to form strong cross-functional relationships with varying business partners;

• Good listener and communicator. You have great communication skills and you have the ability to convince, influence and motivate others in a complex matrix organization;

• Self-starter. You are keen for new experience, responsibility and accountability. You are self-driven, problem-solver with a proven track record of delivering great results;

• Agile. You like working in a fast moving environment, being open to new opportunities and evolving priorities and flexible in the way you deliver against strict deadlines and dealing with ambiguity. You manage every shifting priorities;

• Energy. You are passionate about what you do and able to transmit that energy to your team. Challenges are there to be overcome!

Benefits Highlights:

  • Flexibility of work hours with hybrid work arrangement.
  • Discounts on Electrolux products and services.
  • Medical & Hospitalization coverage.

As part of Electrolux, we will continuously invest in you and your development. There are no barriers to where your career could take you.

Find out more:

  • https://career.electroluxgroup.com/global/en

Skills Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, engineering, or a related field
  • 15+ years of progressive supply chain management experience
  • Experience in a multinational or industrial environment
  • Strong background in material handling systems
  • Experience with supply and material planning
  • Experience with customs operations and trade compliance
  • Solid understanding of ERP systems, preferably Oracle
  • Experience with planning tools and supply chain analytics
  • Proven experience leading cross-functional teams
  • Experience delivering large-scale operational improvements
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
  • MBA or postgraduate degree

Electrolux Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Electrolux and has not been reviewed or approved by Electrolux.

  • Healthcare Strength Core medical, dental, and vision coverage is described as solid, with some references to first‑day eligibility and mainstream carriers. Health benefits are consistently positioned as a reliable component of the total package.
  • Retirement Support A 401(k) with company match is emphasized as a plus, with the match often characterized as generous. Retirement offerings are frequently cited as a meaningful part of overall compensation.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Vacation/PTO and paid holidays are highlighted, with mentions of floating holidays or personal days in some locations. Time‑off provisions contribute positively to overall benefits perceptions.

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The Company
HQ: Stockholm
23,469 Employees
Year Founded: 1919

What We Do

Electrolux is a leading global appliance company that has shaped living for the better for more than 100 years. We reinvent taste, care and wellbeing experiences for millions of people, always striving to be at the forefront of sustainability in society through our solutions and operations. Under our brands, including Electrolux, AEG and Frigidaire, we sell approximately 60 million household products in approximately 120 markets every year. In 2020 Electrolux had sales of SEK 116 billion and employed 48,000 people around the world. For more information go to www.electroluxgroup.com.

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