General Manager (Logistics)

Ultiwiseconsult; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics firm in Dubai is seeking an experienced General Manager to oversee logistics strategy and operations. The candidate must have over 20 years of experience in the logistics industry, with strong leadership skills and knowledge of customs rules. This role involves maximizing customer service and leading a professional team to drive change and improve processes.

Qualifications

• Must be from the Logistics business.
• Minimum 20 years of experience in the Logistics industry.
• Possess a good knowledge of customs rules and regulations.
• Experience in driving changes in logistics models.

Responsibilities

• Translate business strategy into wholesale and trading solutions.
• Develop and implement end-to-end logistics strategy.
• Maximize customer service levels.
• Lead and develop a highly professional team.

Skills

Experience in Logistics

Knowledge of customs rules

Leadership experience

Problem-solving skills

Demand forecasting

Job description

General Manager (Logistics-Male)

Age: 45+ years
Experience: 20+ years
Nationality: Indian
UAE Experience is mandatory.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Translate our business strategy into wholesale and trading solutions.
• Develop and implement end-to-end logistics strategy.
• Maximize customer service levels and make continuous improvement.
• Continuously improve the cost effectiveness of logistics processes.
• Derive and deliver budgets, setting a key performance goal for the team.
• Build strong collaborative relationships with other departments to continually improve processes.
• Keep abreast of industry best practice and developments, and collaborate with the team and external partners/parties to develop new/improved capabilities for the business unit.
• Lead and develop a highly professional team to maximize effectiveness and agility.
• Support sales team in export sales and generate revenue for the company.
• Develop tools/metrics that leverage data analytics technology to measure the performance of logistics workflows.

Key Skills

• Must be from Logistics Business.
• Minimum 20 years of experience in the Logistics industry.
• Possess a good knowledge of customs rules and regulations, and other related requirements for global shipping.
• Knowledge in planning and procurement is a plus.
• Exposure to sales support and ability to source potential investors, suppliers, and clients.
• Proven leadership experience in managing large operations teams.
• Experience in driving changes in logistics models to meet business needs.
• Experience in leading and implementing sales and marketing initiatives.
• Skilled in demand forecasting and statistical inventory modelling.
• Strong problem‑solving skill with a passion to drive change.