Alghanim Academy - Supply Chain Engineer (Full-time opportunity) at Alghanim Industries in Kuwait City, Al Asimah, Kuwait

Company

Overview

1932

Year Founded

The company was established in Kuwait in 1932 as a family trading enterprise.

Multi-Billion Dollar

Revenues

The company generates multi-billion-dollar revenues, making it one of the largest in the Gulf region.

Over 30

Countries Operated

The company operates its business globally across more than 30 countries.

Gulf Rankings

Financial Strength

It ranks among the largest privately owned firms in the Gulf region.

Culture + Values

Environment + Sustainability

250 households

Food waste initiative

Supported a youth environmental initiative that collected food waste from 250 households during Ramadan, converting it into compost and recyclables.

5.26M kg CO₂e

2023 Carbon Footprint

Reported a carbon footprint of ~5.26 million kg of CO₂ equivalent, with Scope 1 emissions at 204,000 kg and Scope 2 at ~5.02 million kg.

Score of 17

Climate Performance Ranking

Achieved a score of 17 on the DitchCarbon index, which is below the industry average of 25 and places the company below 90% of its peers.

Inclusion & Diversity

64 Nationalities

Employee Diversity

The company employs individuals from 64 different countries, reflecting a globally inclusive workforce.

90 Days Maternity Leave

Parental Leave Policy

The company offers extended paid maternity leave and paternity leave to support new parents.

UN Women’s Empowerment Principles

Signed the UN Women’s Empowerment Principles in 2018 under the leadership of CEO Omar K. Alghanim, demonstrating commitment to gender equality.

International Women’s Day Campaign

Launched a nationwide video campaign to inspire women in the private sector, highlighting women's contributions and leadership.

Diversity Awareness Sessions

Organized diversity awareness sessions for finance management, reinforcing 'Diversity and Respect' as a core value.

Gender Diversity Initiatives

Actively prioritized gender diversity in recruitment and retention, and supported gender-diversity conferences to foster inclusion.

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