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Logistics & Supply Chain Manager – Cable Manufacturing Jobs in Jiddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia at SSC HR Solutions
Title: Logistics & Supply Chain Manager – Cable Manufacturing
Company: SSC HR Solutions
Location: Jiddah, Makkah, Saudi Arabia
Job Description
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
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
The following certifications are considered an advantage:
- 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