Vice President - International Ports Development, Noatum Ports

AD Ports Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the ports and logistics sector is seeking a VP - International Ports Development to assist the CEO in driving operational excellence and strategic decision-making. The role involves collaborating on strategies, managing investments, and enhancing operational efficiency across international ports and terminals. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in terminal operations and a strong background in logistics, business administration, or ports management.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 20 years of experience in a similar role.
• Experience as an adviser to senior management.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the CEO to enhance operational efficiency.
• Support CEO in liaising with other Group Units on budgeting.
• Identify opportunities for operational growth and cost savings.

Skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics

Master's degree

Job description

Who we are looking for

This position requires a high level of expertise in terminal operations, port logistics, and industry best practices to assist the CEO in driving operational excellence and strategic decision-making.

About The Ports International Operating Company

Trading as Noatum Ports, the Ports International Operating Company, PIOC, is a strategic entity responsible for the development, construction, and standardization of operations across AD Ports Group international ports and terminals.

About the Role

The role of the VP - International Ports Development is to support the CEO of International Ports (Asia & Africa), playing a vital role in providing strategic advice and operational support to optimize the performance of terminal and port operations.

Core Responsibilities:

1. Collaborate closely with the CEO to develop and implement strategies for enhancing operational efficiency and effectiveness during and after transition, aligning with overall strategic goals within international ports and terminals.
2. Report to the CEO and PIOC senior management on investment priorities, project expenses, and critical operational matters to support the company's vision and goals.
3. Support the CEO of International Ports Asia & Africa in liaising with other Group Units and Clusters on operations, budgeting, forecasting, and project delivery to achieve favorable financial results.
4. Advise on the development, implementation, and rollout of new products, operational processes, and infrastructure.
5. Guide the CEO on implementing necessary tools, technology solutions, and customer service facilities for successful digital and non-digital service delivery.
6. Assist in stakeholder engagement and communication to foster collaboration and operational alignment across the organization.
7. Support other departments in establishing SLAs and performance targets for internal and external services.
8. Assist the CEO with PIOC expansion activities, including investments, acquisitions, and alliances.
9. Identify opportunities for operational growth, cost savings, and revenue enhancement.

People Management Responsibilities

• Ensure effective communication and coordination among team members, departments, and external partners.

Strategic Responsibilities

• Be a highly skilled and strategic professional supporting the region CEO in enhancing the performance and competitiveness of ports and terminals through operational advisory.
• Advise on developing, updating, and implementing operational strategies, roadmaps, and procedures to ensure operational control.
• Translate strategies into actionable goals for growth, performance, and profitability of services operations.
• Drive analytical decision support to ensure value in deals and targets.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Business Administration, Ports Management, or a related field; a Master's degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 20 years of experience in a similar role.
• Experience as an adviser to senior management or in a senior technical role.
• Proven ability to build capabilities within large organizations.
• Experience with agile development, preferably as a Product Owner or similar role.

Required Skills

• Excellent communication skills, capable of conveying complex messages and trade-offs effectively and telling a compelling story.