Operations & Logistics Manager (Women’s First Team)

About the Role

Al-Qadsiah Club is looking for an Operations & Logistics Manager to support the Women’s First Team. The role sits at the centre of everyday team delivery, helping ensure that travel, logistics, planning, and player support run smoothly so the squad and staff can operate in a high-performance setting.

This opportunity is part of a broader ambition to help shape the future of Saudi sport and contribute to a lasting club legacy. The position calls for someone who can work across multiple departments, maintain strong standards, and keep operations organised and dependable.

Core Responsibilities

You will oversee practical coordination across training, matchdays, off-site commitments, and wider team activities. The role also involves travel organisation, financial administration, compliance support, and day-to-day support for players, staff, and families.

Logistics and Operational Delivery

• Manage team logistics for training, matchday operations, and activities away from base.
• Help plan and execute daily operational delivery across training and competition settings.
• Make sure facilities, equipment, and other operational needs are ready and delivered on schedule.
• Coordinate closely with performance, medical, and administrative teams so operational needs stay aligned.
• Maintain a consistently high level of organisation and service across all team functions.

Travel Planning and On-the-Ground Support

• Assist with arranging domestic and international travel from planning through to delivery.
• Coordinate flights, hotels, local transport, visas, and related travel paperwork.
• Prepare clear itineraries for players and staff.
• Provide practical support during travel periods and resolve issues quickly and professionally.
• Ensure all travel arrangements meet club standards and timing requirements.

Financial and Administrative Duties

• Support tracking of budgets linked to travel, logistics, and operations.
• Handle invoices, expense claims, and supplier payments in accordance with club processes.
• Keep accurate records of spending and supporting documents.
• Contribute to cost-conscious planning without lowering service quality.
• Assist with general administration and reporting within the department.

Governance, Compliance, and Record-Keeping

• Ensure operational activity follows club policies, league rules, and local governance requirements.
• Support compliance tasks for travel, insurance documents, and player registrations.
• Work with confidentiality and professionalism at all times.
• Keep operational records complete, accurate, and securely stored.

Player, Staff, and Family Support

• Serve as a main contact for welfare-related questions connected to logistics and daily living.
• Support onboarding for incoming players and staff, including relocation and settling-in.
• Assist families with practical needs such as accommodation, schooling, and local guidance where needed.
• Help build a positive, inclusive, and culturally sensitive team environment.
• Contribute to the overall wellbeing and integration of everyone within the club setting.

Planning, Events, and Continuous Improvement

• Support the creation and delivery of seasonal and weekly operational plans.
• Help organise team events, training camps, and off-field activities.
• Work with suppliers, partners, and service providers to deliver a strong service experience.
• Take part in improving operational processes and raising delivery standards over time.

Qualifications

A degree in Sports Management, Business Administration, Event Management, or a related subject is desirable. Prior experience in women’s football is also preferred, and Arabic language ability would be an advantage.

Experience, Skills, and Knowledge

Applicants should bring operational, logistics, or administrative experience from sport or another high-performance environment. The role also requires strong organisational ability, attention to detail, confidence under pressure, and the ability to manage several priorities at once.

Strong communication and relationship-building skills are important, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office tools such as Excel, Word, and Outlook. The club is also looking for someone who is willing to travel, work flexible hours, and bring familiarity with team-sport travel planning, sport governance, compliance, international relocation, and athlete welfare support.

Additional Desired Experience

• Background in professional football or elite sport settings.
• Experience assisting with player and family relocation support.
• Understanding of Saudi Arabian and wider Middle Eastern cultural contexts.
• Experience managing operational budgets and working with suppliers.

Why Join Al-Qadsiah?

Al-Qadsiah offers the chance to be part of a club that is aiming to redefine standards in Saudi sports. The environment values quality, accountability, diversity, synergy, innovation, ambition, and harmony, and the role is designed for someone who wants to contribute to something meaningful and long term.

Recruitment Note

This appointment is being managed on behalf of Al Qadsiah SC by a retained executive search group. Shortlisted applications and CVs will be shared with them for review.

Application Instructions

Interested candidates should submit their CV for consideration.