Logistics And Supply Chain Manager

Role overview

The Logistics & Supply Chain Manager is responsible for leading and optimizing end-to-end logistics and supply chain operations, including warehousing, transportation, distribution, inventory management, import/export activities, and overall supply chain performance.

This is a critical leadership role requiring a hands-on, data-driven professional who can improve operational efficiency, enhance supply chain visibility, control costs, strengthen service reliability, and drive continuous improvement across logistics and supply chain functions within a manufacturing or industrial environment.

Key responsibilities

Logistics & supply chain management

• Manage end-to-end logistics and supply chain operations across manufacturing, warehousing, suppliers, and customers.
• Plan and oversee inbound and outbound logistics activities.
• Ensure efficient movement of raw materials, finished goods, and inventory throughout the supply chain.
• Identify operational bottlenecks and implement corrective actions to improve performance.
• Enhance supply chain visibility, responsiveness, and operational control.

Warehouse & inventory management

• Lead warehouse operations including receiving, storage, picking, packing, dispatch, and stock control.
• Improve inventory accuracy and minimize stock discrepancies.
• Monitor slow-moving, obsolete, damaged, and excess inventory.
• Optimize warehouse layout, storage utilization, material handling, and inventory processes.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and housekeeping standards.

Transportation & distribution

• Manage transportation planning, route optimization, shipment scheduling, and delivery execution.
• Improve fleet utilization and third-party logistics performance.
• Monitor and improve on-time delivery performance.
• Investigate and resolve delivery delays, damages, customer complaints, and service issues.
• Ensure transportation activities comply with safety and regulatory requirements.

Import, export & customs operations

• Oversee import/export activities, customs clearance, freight forwarding, and shipping documentation.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure smooth customs and logistics processes.
• Manage shipment tracking and proactively address delays, clearance issues, and documentation gaps.
• Ensure compliance with applicable trade regulations and customs requirements.

Vendor & service provider management

• Manage relationships with logistics providers, freight forwarders, transport companies, customs brokers, and warehouse partners.
• Evaluate vendor performance against service, cost, quality, compliance, and operational KPIs.
• Drive continuous improvement and cost optimization initiatives with external partners.

Cost control & process improvement

• Monitor logistics, warehousing, transportation, and distribution costs.
• Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities without compromising service quality.
• Develop SOPs and process controls for logistics, inventory, warehousing, and transportation operations.
• Support digital transformation initiatives including ERP systems, inventory tracking tools, barcode systems, and reporting dashboards.
• Prepare performance reports and dashboards covering logistics KPIs, inventory performance, and operational efficiency.

Leadership & team management

• Lead logistics, warehouse, transportation, dispatch, and supply chain teams.
• Establish clear KPIs, performance objectives, and accountability measures.
• Build a culture focused on safety, operational excellence, customer service, and continuous improvement.
• Coach, mentor, and develop team members to enhance performance and succession readiness.
• Collaborate closely with Production, Procurement, Planning, Sales, Finance, Quality, HSE, and senior leadership teams.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related field.

Experience

• Minimum 10 years of experience in logistics, supply chain management, warehousing, transportation, distribution, or industrial operations.
• Minimum 5 years of experience leading and managing teams.
• Strong experience within manufacturing, industrial, engineering, electrical products, construction materials, or heavy industry environments.
• Proven experience managing warehousing, inventory control, transportation, distribution, and supply chain operations.
• Experience in Saudi Arabia or GCC markets is preferred.
• Strong understanding of import/export processes, customs clearance, freight forwarding, and logistics compliance.

Technical skills

• Strong knowledge of supply chain management principles and best practices.
• Expertise in warehouse management, inventory control, transportation planning, and distribution operations.
• Experience with ERP systems and supply chain reporting tools.
• Strong understanding of logistics cost management and operational KPI monitoring.
• Ability to develop and implement SOPs, process improvements, and operational controls.
• Experience with inventory optimization, forecasting, and warehouse productivity initiatives.
• Familiarity with digital logistics tools, barcode systems, and supply chain automation solutions.

Leadership & competencies

• Strong leadership and people-management skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and root-cause analysis capabilities.
• Strong analytical and reporting skills.
• Cost-control and operational efficiency mindset.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced industrial environment.
• Strong vendor and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
• Strong execution, accountability, and decision-making capabilities.
• High attention to detail and process discipline.
• Ability to drive change and continuous improvement initiatives.

Preferred certifications

• CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional)
• CLTD (Certified in Logistics, Transportation and Distribution)
• CPIM (Certified in Planning and Inventory Management)
• CILT certifications
• Six Sigma (Green Belt / Black Belt)
• Other recognized supply chain or logistics certifications

Language requirements

• Fluent English communication skills.
• Arabic language skills are preferred.

Must-have requirements

• 10+ years of logistics & supply chain experience within manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Minimum 5 years of team leadership experience.
• Strong background in warehousing, inventory management, transportation, and distribution.
• Experience with ERP systems and supply chain reporting.
• Knowledge of import/export, customs clearance, and freight operations.
• Strong cost-control, process improvement, and operational excellence mindset.
• Experience working in complex manufacturing, industrial, or engineering sectors.
• Strong English communication skills. Arabic is a plus.