Material Coordinator Job in Kuwait

KUWAIT JOBS HERE, in collaboration with its partner leading companies in the Kuwaiti market, announces the opening of applications for the position of Material Coordinator in the State of Kuwait. This role presents an excellent opportunity for experienced professionals in logistics, supply chain, and warehouse management to join a dynamic and evolving work environment.

Job Description

The Material Coordinator will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth flow of materials and equipment within the company's projects or operational processes. This position will be the primary point of coordination between various departments to ensure the right materials are available, at the right time and place, and with the required quality.

Key Responsibilities:

• Inventory Management: Closely monitor stock levels of materials, raw materials, and equipment, conduct periodic inventory counts, and ensure the accuracy of records in the inventory management system.
• Planning & Procurement: Coordinate with the procurement department to identify material requirements, prepare purchase requisitions, and follow up on supply orders with vendors to ensure adherence to schedules.
• Receiving & Distribution: Oversee the receipt of shipments, inspect quantities and specifications against purchase orders, and organize their safe and systematic storage. Additionally, distribute materials to departments or project sites based on approved requests.
• Documentation & Reporting: Prepare and organize all material-related documents such as purchase orders, delivery notes, issue records, and inventory reports. Provide periodic reports on inventory status and any bottlenecks or delays.
• Internal Coordination: Act as an effective liaison between operations, projects, procurement, warehouse, and supplier departments to ensure all operational needs are met.
• Compliance Assurance: Ensure compliance with all applicable safety, quality policies, and regulations of the company and the State of Kuwait during material handling and storage operations.

Requirements & Qualifications

To qualify for this position, you must meet the following criteria:

• Educational Qualification: A Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Logistics, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 2-3 years of practical experience in a similar role (Material Coordinator, Logistics Assistant, Warehouse Supervisor) in an industrial, construction, or logistics environment. Experience in the Kuwaiti or GCC market is preferred.
• Technical Skills:
  • Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Office software (especially Excel).
  • Experience using Inventory Management or Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems like SAP or Oracle is a significant advantage.
  • Strong understanding of supply chain and inventory management principles.
• Personal Skills:
  • Strong organizational skills and keen attention to detail.
  • Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
  • Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) in both Arabic and English.
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a team as well as independently.
  • Problem-solving and analytical thinking skills.

Benefits & Perks

This position within the Kuwait work environment offers a range of competitive benefits aligned with local labor market practices, which may include (subject to the final employing company's policy):

• Competitive monthly salary.
• Medical insurance package.
• Annual leave.
• Travel tickets (as per company policy).
• Opportunities for professional development and training.

How to Apply

Applications for this position are submitted via the LinkedIn platform, where the advertisement was posted. Please follow these steps:

1. Access the original job advertisement link on LinkedIn (attached in the job source).
2. Click the "Apply" button on the job page.
3. Ensure your LinkedIn profile is updated to reflect your most recent experience and skills.
4. You may be required to attach an updated Curriculum Vitae (CV).
5. Fill in any required information and submit your application.

We advise applicants to carefully review the job description and ensure they meet the basic requirements before applying. Be prepared to participate in interviews, which may be conducted in person in Kuwait or via virtual platforms.

Application Deadline: It is advisable to apply as soon as possible, as jobs in Kuwait attract a large number of applicants, and the application window may close once the required number of candidates is identified.