Logistics Section Head at Al Gihaz

Riyadh, Riyadh Region, Saudi Arabia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

28 Sep, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Team Coaching, KPI Measurement, Shipment Management, Cost Analysis, Logistics Planning, Customs Clearance, Safety Protocols, Vendor Prequalification, Negotiation, Communication, Shipping Documentation, Customer Updates, Productivity Evaluation, Information Flow Management, Freight Forwarding, Transportation Management

Industry

Holding Companies

Description

RESPONSIBILITIES: • Team Coaching and provide them with full support to be aligned with company process & policy and measure the achieved KPIs on semi-annual basis • Highlight any gaps and delays of shipments to the concerning internal and external stakeholders along with giving effective solutions to eliminate the risk of delay. • Set SMART KPIs to all team members and evaluate their productivity accordingly • Lead the consistent flow of information and goods to Site. • Prequalify freight forwarders and customs clearance agents based on their financial capabilities and vendor profile, in addition to the standard criteria for vendor prequalification • Conduct a cost analysis of several transportation companies to select one that is cost-efficient and able to handle the shipment loads. • Prepare logistics and forecast plan for new international project • Enhance on-time and under-budget shipments through continuous supervision of shipping processes and custom clearance cost with End Customer, Customs Authorities & Clearing Agents. • Promote and enforce adherence to all safety protocols and requirements during transportation operations. • Communicate with local freight forwarders and carriers to facilitate favorable partnerships and cost-effective services. • Track and monitor shipment progress, providing consistent customer updates regarding delays or transport issues. • Keep accurate record for the shipping documents for further use as part of the projects' historical data • Achieve financial targets with effective negotiation of transportation rates and services. Requirement: Logistics certificate or graduated from logistics department 12+ years of experience minimum 3 years inside KSA 3 years minimum in managerial level

Responsibilities

The Logistics Section Head is responsible for coaching the logistics team, ensuring alignment with company processes, and managing shipment delays effectively. They will also conduct cost analyses, prepare logistics plans for international projects, and enforce safety protocols during transportation operations.