Logistics and Transport Manager

Role Overview

This position sits within the Qiddiya Logistics & Transport function in Saudi Arabia. The role focuses on steering supply chain, transport, and warehousing activities for large-scale infrastructure work, with responsibility for keeping materials and equipment moving efficiently across active project sites.

Core Responsibilities

• Create and put into action logistics plans that support project timelines and broader business goals.
• Build and control transport and logistics budgets, while finding ways to reduce costs without affecting service quality.
• Track performance using KPIs such as delivery punctuality, fleet usage, and logistics spend.
• Work closely with procurement, project delivery, engineering, and site teams so materials are available when needed.
• Plan demand and logistics for several projects running at the same time.
• Oversee fleet activity, including vehicle assignment, maintenance planning, fuel usage, and driver performance where relevant.
• Review supplier and vendor performance regularly and drive improvements where gaps are found.
• Spot logistical risks and prepare backup plans to avoid delays to project execution.
• Handle customs clearance coordination and the related paperwork for imported construction materials, machinery, and equipment.
• Improve warehouse layout, maintain stock accuracy, reconcile inventory, and manage cycle counts.
• Support the setup and ongoing use of WMS, TMS, and ERP logistics modules.
• Study logistics data and produce recurring reports covering operational results, costs, inventory, and transport efficiency.
• Promote continuous improvement using Lean principles or similar process-improvement methods.
• Ensure last-mile deliveries are planned and executed effectively, including to remote or difficult-to-reach project locations.
• Respond to urgent logistics needs and fast-track critical shipments to prevent schedule slippage.
• Lead, coach, and develop logistics, warehouse, and transport teams while maintaining strong performance and compliance.
• Carry out routine audits of warehouses, transport activities, and logistics records to maintain operational standards.
• Work with HSE teams to make sure loading, unloading, lifting, transport, and storage are carried out safely.
• Support project mobilization and demobilization by coordinating the movement of people, equipment, and temporary facilities.

Experience and Qualification

• Applicants should have 12 to 15 years of logistics experience, ideally in contracting or construction environments.
• A bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a closely related discipline is required.
• Professional credentials such as CPSM or CLTD are considered a strong advantage.

Additional Information

This opportunity is for a full-time role based in Saudi Arabia. It is centered on project logistics for major infrastructure delivery, and the job requires strong coordination, planning, analysis, and leadership capabilities across transport, warehousing, and site operations.