Asset and Inventory Manager

Description

Welcome to PXGEO

PXGEO is an innovative marine geophysical service provider combining the strengths of ocean bottom and towed streamer seismic data acquisition techniques to deliver seamless subsurface imaging for a sustainable future.

Whats the role

Official job title is Supply Chain Manager - Asset and Inventory and will be based in DubaiUAE.

We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Asset & Inventory Manager to lead the effective management of our equipment assets within the marine seismic survey industry. This critical role is responsible for ensuring assets are accurately tracked optimally utilized and strategically managed to drive operational efficiency control costs and support long-term business objectives.

The position combines hands-on operational expertise with a strategic forward-looking approach ensuring that assets are not only properly accounted for but also aligned with the organizations broader strategic goals. Working closely with engineering operations finance and procurement teams the successful candidate will ensure that all assets are managed efficiently safely and sustainably throughout their entire lifecycle. Key responsibilities include:

Asset Management Plan

• Lead the development of a long-term Strategic Asset Management Plan aligned with business strategy and operational objectives to optimize lifecycle costs depreciation replacement and maintenance.
• Define the strategic objectives internal and external factors affecting asset management (e.g. regulatory economic environmental) and stakeholder requirements
• Document the asset portfolio and develop a summary of assets under management (types criticality lifecycle stage).
• Aligned with the organizations approach to lifecycle management and sustainability support how decisions on acquisition operation maintenance and disposal are made.
• Translate SAMP objectives into actionable operational plans for asset classes or functional areas and establish the Asset Management System Framework in terms of policies processes and governance structure supporting asset management and establish the linkages between strategic priorities and operational plans.
• Ensure integration of the asset management plan with other aspects of the management system (e.g. quality environmental safety).
• Develop tools to monitor and report KPIs: OEE downtime reliability utilization and lifecycle costs.
• Monitor measure and report AMP outcomes to ensure alignment with strategic goals and continuous improvement.
• Ensure the asset management plan supports ISO 55000 readiness and certification.

Asset Management System

• Own and maintain the companys asset management system ensuring all equipment records are accurate complete and up to date.
• Design implement and continuously improve the AMS covering policies processes procedures and governance for the correct use updating and reporting within the AMS.
• Standardize workflows for asset data capture validation and lifecycle management in ERP systems.
• Maintain comprehensive records for all seismic equipment including serial numbers specifications location and condition status.
• Oversee the full lifecycle of equipment: acquisition allocation utilization and disposal.
• Monitor equipment aging and lifecycle progression ensuring optimal asset retention and replacement strategies.
• Track deployment and utilization of equipment across all projects ensuring assets are efficiently allocated.
• Identify underutilized or redundant equipment and provide recommendations for reallocation or disposal.
• Analyze asset performance metrics including OEE downtime reliability and utilization to identify improvement opportunities.
• Train relevant teams on AMS usage data entry standards and reporting best practices to ensure consistency and accuracy and embed a culture of accountability compliance and operational excellence.

Inventory Management

• Develop implement and maintain effective inventory control systems to ensure optimal stock levels. Balance supply with demand to avoid stockouts overstocking and unnecessary carrying costs.
• Continuously monitor inventory levels across all locations and ensure timely replenishment. Set reorder points safety stock levels and lead times based on historical data and business needs.
• Oversee and maintain inventory management systems. Ensure accurate data entry real-time tracking and system integrity.
• Conduct regular physical inventory counts cycle counts and audits. Investigate discrepancies and implement corrective actions to improve accuracy.
• Generate and analyze inventory reports including turnover rates stock aging and shrinkage. Provide insights and recommendations to senior management.

Who are we looking for

• Bachelors degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• Formal certification in asset management (e.g. Institute of Asset Management (IAM) or equivalent).
• At least 5 years of proven experience in asset and inventory management ideally with technical or field equipment (seismic geophysical or energy sector experience preferred).
• Strong experience in developing strategic asset management plans and maintaining and governing an asset management system.
• Excellent organizational problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills across multiple teams and geographies

Required Experience:

Manager

Employment Type : Full Time
Department / Functional Area: Supply Chain
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1