Senior Specialist - Warehouse Operations Excellence
Posted date [2026-09-30]
(ID: 52780)
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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 Specialist - Warehouse Operations ExcellenceJob Snapshot
Role: Senior Specialist - Warehouse Operations Excellence
Location: Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Warehousing
Function: Warehouse / Inventory
Experience: 10 years in warehouse operations, including 8 years in leadership
Job Type: Full-time
Position Overview
ADNOC Group is hiring a Senior Specialist - Warehouse Operations Excellence in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, for a Warehousing-focused role dedicated to improving warehouse efficiency, cost management, safety and operational quality. The position coordinates improvements to inventory handling, order fulfillment and goods movement while aligning warehouse activities with logistics teams and wider business objectives.
Job Details
Country: United Arab Emirates
City: Abu Dhabi
Industry: Warehousing
Function: Warehouse / Inventory
Salary: Not disclosed
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Work Arrangement: On-site
Role Purpose
Strengthen warehouse performance by evaluating existing procedures, introducing practical operational improvements and maintaining safe, compliant facilities. The Senior Specialist works across warehouse,
transportation and logistics functions to improve service delivery and control operating costs.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop warehouse operating strategies and procedures that reflect organizational priorities.
- Review warehouse performance measures, identify process weaknesses and implement corrective improvement plans.
- Improve inventory management, order processing, dispatch, receiving and shipping practices.
- Coordinate with transportation, logistics and other departments to resolve handoff problems and improve workflow continuity.
- Develop training programs for warehouse supervisors and employees covering safe work and operating procedures.
- Assess regulatory and safety compliance, recommend corrective actions and follow through on implementation.
- Review warehouse facilities and equipment maintenance requirements to support safe, reliable operations.
- Prepare warehouse budgets, monitor costs and identify feasible expenditure reductions.
- Evaluate supplier and vendor relationships and participate in contract negotiations when required.
- Monitor developments in warehouse technologies and operational methods, introducing suitable improvements.
Leadership and Operational Governance
Supervise assigned activities, allocate responsibilities and support the development of warehouse personnel. Implement approved company policies, systems and operating standards while contributing to departmental performance objectives. Identify ways to improve internal processes using relevant industry practices and maintain accurate management information and progress reporting.
Stakeholder Coordination
Work with the SVP Group Commercial Operations and Execution, division heads and colleagues across directorates to align warehouse operations with business needs. Engage suppliers and service providers on operating requirements and contract matters. Liaise with government representatives when clarification of warehouse-related regulations is needed.
HSE and Sustainability
Follow applicable health, safety, environmental and sustainability requirements, including ADNOC Codes of Practice. Support warehouse practices that protect personnel, equipment and operational continuity.
Ideal Profile
Candidates should demonstrate practical experience leading warehouse improvement initiatives, interpreting performance metrics, controlling budgets and coordinating inventory and fulfillment activities. The role requires the ability to work across departments, assess supplier performance and translate operational findings into workable changes.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor\'s degree in Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain, Business Administration, Logistics or a related field. A master\'s degree is preferred.
Experience
At least 10 years of warehouse operations experience, including a minimum of 8 years in a leadership role.
Preferred Certifications
Relevant professional certifications in warehouse management, supply chain management or logistics.
Skills Set
Warehouse process improvement; inventory control; order fulfillment; shipping and receiving; warehouse performance measurement; operational budgeting; vendor management; contract negotiation; workforce training; regulatory compliance; warehouse technology assessment; cross-functional coordination.
Why Join Us
This position contributes to the performance of warehouse operations that support a major energy business. Its focus on operational efficiency, safety and process modernization offers scope to apply extensive warehouse leadership experience to complex supply chain activities.
About the Company
ADNOC Group operates across the energy value chain in Abu Dhabi. Its commercial and logistics functions coordinate materials, suppliers and operational services that support the Group\'s activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop warehouse operating strategies and procedures that reflect organizational priorities.
- Review warehouse performance measures, identify process weaknesses and implement corrective improvement plans.
- Improve inventory management, order processing, dispatch, receiving and shipping practices.
- Coordinate with transportation, logistics and other departments to resolve handoff problems and improve workflow continuity.
- Develop training programs for warehouse supervisors and employees covering safe work and operating procedures.
- Assess regulatory and safety compliance, recommend corrective actions and follow through on implementation.
- Review warehouse facilities and equipment maintenance requirements to support safe, reliable operations.
- Prepare warehouse budgets, monitor costs and identify feasible expenditure reductions.
- Evaluate supplier and vendor relationships and participate in contract negotiations when required.
- Monitor developments in warehouse technologies and operational methods, introducing suitable improvements.
Leadership and Operational Governance
Supervise assigned activities, allocate responsibilities and support the development of warehouse personnel. Implement approved company policies, systems and operating standards while contributing to departmental performance objectives. Identify ways to improve internal processes using relevant industry practices and maintain accurate management information and progress reporting.
Stakeholder Coordination
Work with the SVP Group Commercial Operations and Execution, division heads and colleagues across directorates to align warehouse operations with business needs. Engage suppliers and service providers on operating requirements and contract matters. Liaise with government representatives when clarification of warehouse-related regulations is needed.
HSE and Sustainability
Follow applicable health, safety, environmental and sustainability requirements, including ADNOC Codes of Practice. Support warehouse practices that protect personnel, equipment and operational continuity.
Ideal Profile
Candidates should demonstrate practical experience leading warehouse improvement initiatives, interpreting performance metrics, controlling budgets and coordinating inventory and fulfillment activities. The role requires the ability to work across departments, assess supplier performance and translate operational findings into workable changes.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor\'s degree in Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain, Business Administration, Logistics or a related field. A master\'s degree is preferred.
Experience
At least 10 years of warehouse operations experience, including a minimum of 8 years in a leadership role.
Preferred Certifications
Relevant professional certifications in warehouse management, supply chain management or logistics.
Skills Set
Warehouse process improvement; inventory control; order fulfillment; shipping and receiving; warehouse performance measurement; operational budgeting; vendor management; contract negotiation; workforce training; regulatory compliance; warehouse technology assessment; cross-functional coordination.
Why Join Us
This position contributes to the performance of warehouse operations that support a major energy business. Its focus on operational efficiency, safety and process modernization offers scope to apply extensive warehouse leadership experience to complex supply chain activities.
About the Company
ADNOC Group operates across the energy value chain in Abu Dhabi. Its commercial and logistics functions coordinate materials, suppliers and operational services that support the Group\'s activities.
