Senior Warehouse Specialist - Operations
Posted date [2026-09-30]
(ID: 52778)
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Founded in 1971, ADNOC is a leading diversified energy group, wholly owned by the Abu Dhabi Government. Our network of fully integrated businesses operates across the energy value chain, helping us to responsibly meet the demands of an ever-changing energy market.
Already in the top tier of the lowest carbon intensity oil and gas producers in the world, we are taking significant steps to make today’s energy cleaner while investing in the clean energies of tomorrow, strengthening our position as a reliable and responsible global energy provider. We are allocating an initial $23 billion to advance and accelerate lower-carbon solutions, investing in new energies and decarbonization technologies to enable our net zero by 2045 ambition and our commitment to zero methane emissions by 2030. ... |
Job Description and Requirements
Senior Warehouse Specialist - OperationsJob Snapshot
Role: Senior Warehouse Specialist - Operations
Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Oil & Energy
Function: Warehouse / Inventory
Experience: 10 years in warehouse operations, including at least 8 years in leadership
Job Type: Full-time
Position Overview
ADNOC Group is seeking a Senior Warehouse Specialist - Operations in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, within the Oil & Energy industry, to strengthen warehouse performance, inventory controls and stakeholder coordination. This opportunity focuses on reliable materials handling, efficient order fulfillment, cost management and compliance across warehouse activities supporting the wider business.
Job Details
Country: United Arab Emirates
City: Abu Dhabi
Industry: Oil & Energy
Function: Warehouse / Inventory
Salary: Not disclosed
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Work Arrangement: On-site
Role Purpose
Develop and implement practical warehouse operating strategies that improve inventory accuracy, service delivery and cost efficiency. The specialist works with warehouse
teams, transport and logistics colleagues, vendors and affiliated companies to maintain safe, coordinated operations and ensure that materials move through the supply chain effectively.
Key Responsibilities
- Establish warehouse operating procedures and improvement plans aligned with business priorities.
- Review warehouse performance measures, investigate inefficiencies and implement corrective actions.
- Improve inventory management, order fulfillment, receiving and dispatch practices.
- Coordinate with transportation and logistics departments to reduce handover delays and improve service continuity.
- Develop training programs for warehouse supervisors and staff covering operating methods and safety requirements.
- Inspect warehouse facilities and equipment, identify maintenance needs and follow up on safety compliance.
- Review regulatory obligations and address gaps in warehouse procedures or working practices.
- Prepare and manage warehouse operating budgets, assess variances and identify responsible cost-reduction opportunities.
- Support supplier and vendor relationship management, including contract discussions when required.
- Evaluate relevant industry developments and recommend suitable technologies or process improvements.
- Coordinate with ADNOC affiliated companies on information sharing and potential intercompany materials transfers.
Stakeholder Engagement
Work with the SVP Group Commercial Operations and Execution and other division leaders to align warehouse services with organizational requirements. Engage suppliers, vendors and government representatives to clarify purchasing-related regulations and emerging requirements. Maintain effective relationships with internal operational teams and external service providers.
Operational Leadership and Governance
Supervise assigned activities and support staff development through targeted coaching and training. Implement approved policies, operating standards and internal procedures. Contribute to departmental performance objectives, management information reports and progress updates. Promote process improvements that enhance operational efficiency while maintaining appropriate controls.
Health, Safety and Sustainability
Apply relevant ADNOC HSE requirements, applicable legislation and sustainability guidance across warehouse activities. Monitor compliance with safe operating procedures, identify corrective actions and support a culture of responsible materials handling.
Ideal Profile
The role requires a warehouse operations professional who can translate performance data into workable improvements, manage competing operational priorities and communicate effectively with stakeholders. Strong knowledge of inventory workflows, distribution interfaces, warehouse safety, vendor coordination and cost control is important. Candidates should be comfortable leading teams and implementing changes across established operating processes.
Qualifications and Experience
Bachelor\'s degree in Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain, Business Administration or Logistics. A master\'s degree is preferred.
At least 10 years of warehouse operations experience, including a minimum of 8 years in a leadership role.
Relevant certifications in warehouse management, supply chain or logistics are preferred.
Skills Set
Warehouse operations planning; inventory management; receiving and dispatch; order fulfillment; warehouse performance metrics; vendor and supplier coordination; transport and logistics integration; budget monitoring; safety compliance; workforce training; operational reporting; process improvement.
Why Join Us
This role contributes to the dependable movement and availability of materials across a large energy business. It offers exposure to operational improvement, cross-functional coordination and warehouse governance in an environment where reliable logistics directly supports business continuity.
About the Company
ADNOC Group operates across the energy value chain in Abu Dhabi. Its commercial and supply chain activities support operational requirements through coordinated procurement, materials management and logistics services.
Key Responsibilities
- Establish warehouse operating procedures and improvement plans aligned with business priorities.
- Review warehouse performance measures, investigate inefficiencies and implement corrective actions.
- Improve inventory management, order fulfillment, receiving and dispatch practices.
- Coordinate with transportation and logistics departments to reduce handover delays and improve service continuity.
- Develop training programs for warehouse supervisors and staff covering operating methods and safety requirements.
- Inspect warehouse facilities and equipment, identify maintenance needs and follow up on safety compliance.
- Review regulatory obligations and address gaps in warehouse procedures or working practices.
- Prepare and manage warehouse operating budgets, assess variances and identify responsible cost-reduction opportunities.
- Support supplier and vendor relationship management, including contract discussions when required.
- Evaluate relevant industry developments and recommend suitable technologies or process improvements.
- Coordinate with ADNOC affiliated companies on information sharing and potential intercompany materials transfers.
Stakeholder Engagement
Work with the SVP Group Commercial Operations and Execution and other division leaders to align warehouse services with organizational requirements. Engage suppliers, vendors and government representatives to clarify purchasing-related regulations and emerging requirements. Maintain effective relationships with internal operational teams and external service providers.
Operational Leadership and Governance
Supervise assigned activities and support staff development through targeted coaching and training. Implement approved policies, operating standards and internal procedures. Contribute to departmental performance objectives, management information reports and progress updates. Promote process improvements that enhance operational efficiency while maintaining appropriate controls.
Health, Safety and Sustainability
Apply relevant ADNOC HSE requirements, applicable legislation and sustainability guidance across warehouse activities. Monitor compliance with safe operating procedures, identify corrective actions and support a culture of responsible materials handling.
Ideal Profile
The role requires a warehouse operations professional who can translate performance data into workable improvements, manage competing operational priorities and communicate effectively with stakeholders. Strong knowledge of inventory workflows, distribution interfaces, warehouse safety, vendor coordination and cost control is important. Candidates should be comfortable leading teams and implementing changes across established operating processes.
Qualifications and Experience
Bachelor\'s degree in Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain, Business Administration or Logistics. A master\'s degree is preferred.
At least 10 years of warehouse operations experience, including a minimum of 8 years in a leadership role.
Relevant certifications in warehouse management, supply chain or logistics are preferred.
Skills Set
Warehouse operations planning; inventory management; receiving and dispatch; order fulfillment; warehouse performance metrics; vendor and supplier coordination; transport and logistics integration; budget monitoring; safety compliance; workforce training; operational reporting; process improvement.
Why Join Us
This role contributes to the dependable movement and availability of materials across a large energy business. It offers exposure to operational improvement, cross-functional coordination and warehouse governance in an environment where reliable logistics directly supports business continuity.
About the Company
ADNOC Group operates across the energy value chain in Abu Dhabi. Its commercial and supply chain activities support operational requirements through coordinated procurement, materials management and logistics services.
