Logistics Manager

Job Summary

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement logistics strategies, policies, procedures, and best practices to enhance operational efficiency and financial performance.
• Establish and maintain optimal inventory levels while reducing obsolete, aging, and non-conforming materials.
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of inventory transactions and physical movement of materials from receipt through storage, distribution, and final delivery to project sites.
• Design and implement logistics tools, methodologies, and standard operating procedures to improve operational effectiveness.
• Plan, coordinate, and manage logistics operations with project teams, procurement, suppliers, transportation providers, freight forwarders, and customers.
• Oversee transportation and delivery of construction materials, equipment, and project resources to ensure timely availability at project locations.
• Manage import and export activities, including customs clearance and coordination with shipping lines, freight forwarders, and government authorities.
• Monitor warehouse operations and inventory accuracy to ensure alignment between physical inventory and ERP records.
• Lead fleet management activities, including vehicle utilization, route optimization, maintenance coordination, and transportation planning.
• Identify and resolve logistics, transportation, inventory, and supply chain issues while maintaining high service levels and cost efficiency.
• Analyze logistics and inventory data, identify trends, and recommend improvements to enhance operational performance and reduce costs.
• Prepare and present logistics reports, KPIs, and performance metrics to management.

Qualification & Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Professional certifications such as CSCP, CLTD, CILT, or equivalent are an advantage.
• Minimum 8 years of professional experience in logistics, supply chain, warehousing, transportation, or related functions.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in a logistics management or supervisory role.
• Proven experience in the construction, infrastructure, engineering, or industrial sectors is mandatory.
• Demonstrated experience supporting multiple project sites and managing logistics of construction materials, equipment, and project resources.
• Strong background in warehousing, inventory management, transportation, and project logistics.
• Experience in import/export operations, customs clearance, freight forwarding, and supplier coordination.
• Minimum 2 years of GCC experience is preferred.

Technical Knowledge & Skills

• Comprehensive knowledge of logistics operations, including transportation, warehousing, inventory management, distribution, and supply chain optimization.
• Strong understanding of construction project logistics and material management.
• Proven experience in inventory control, warehouse management, stock accuracy, and material distribution.
• Advanced knowledge of fleet management, route planning, transportation scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Proficiency in logistics and inventory management systems.
• Mandatory SAP ERP functional knowledge.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Experience in business process improvement and cost optimization initiatives.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong organizational and project management capabilities with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

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