Logistics Manager - Middle East

Hempel; Sharjah; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

A global chemicals company in Sharjah is seeking a Logistics Manager to lead the Middle East Logistics teams. You will ensure effective planning, execution, and optimization of logistics operations across the region. This role requires strong leadership and a minimum of 7 years of logistics experience, with at least 5 years in a managerial capacity. Candidates should possess a degree in Supply Chain or related fields. Join us in delivering excellent customer satisfaction and maintaining high safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of experience in the warehouse and logistics field.
• At least 5 years of experience in Supply Chain and Logistics management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Establish effective organizational structures and processes.
• Drive supply chain reliability and transparent delivery performance.
• Manage inventories and warehouse operations effectively.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Customer satisfaction

Logistics management

Education

University degree in Supply Chain/Logistics

MBA or related studies in business administration

Tools

Dynamics AX ERP platform

Word/XLS/PPT

Job description

Overview

This is your opportunity to join a global company where you will lead and engage the Middle East Logistics teams to efficiently plan monitor execute and optimize all logistics activities (the main area will be Saudi Arabia along with other Middle Eastern countries).

As a Logistics Manager at Hempel you will be actively involved in establishing and ensuring a strong organization with the purpose of meeting established delivery performance and overall logistics fulfilment operations established logistics specifications and schedules volume cost targets as well as safety quality and legal standards. This role will be based in Sharjah (UAE) and will report into the Regional Logistics Director - EMEA.

Join us and contribute to our continued excellence in the delivery performances and overall logistics fulfilment operations. Be a partner to ensure high customer satisfaction through incremental improvements of planning and scheduling

Responsibilities

• Establish effective organizational structures processes and develop successful teams through modern and inclusive leadership style with focus on results and success created together.
• Ensure successful and transparent delivery performance driving supply chain reliability.
• In addition address customer satisfaction through incremental improvements of planning and scheduling as well as logistics footprint in the sub-region.
• Manage inventories in accordance with defined and agreed parameters and be an active contributor to defining the same.
• Manage all related Warehouse operations effectively and efficiently both locally and throughout the sub-region with operation focus on optimal distribution and warehouse footprint for ME region overall.
• Ensure all guidelines regarding HSE are thoroughly understood throughout all organization and employees.
• Effective information and training as well as leading by example.
• Actively participate and engage in cross functional initiatives in the team and support the region wide management agenda.

What we\'re looking for / Qualifications

• University degree in Supply Chain/Logistics, Business Administration or Economics is preferred
• Minimum 7 years of experience in the warehouse and logistics field
• At least 5 years of experience within Supply Chain and Logistics in a management capacity is required
• MBA studies or any other related studies in business administration is considered a merit
• Knowledge of paint and coating technologies is considered a merit
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English is required
• Proficiency in standard software applications (Word/XLS/PPT) is expected; previous experience in Dynamics AX ERP platform is considered a merit

Does it sound like a match to you? Click the Apply for position button in the top-right corner and submit your application letter with a CV in English via our recruitment system.

Final deadline for applications is 15 June 2025.

More about Hempel

At Hempel you're welcomed to a global community of 7500 colleagues around the world. A workplace built on shared trust, mutual respect and support for each other.

We're on a mission to double our impact. To succeed we need bright minds and team players. From day one your input ideas and initiative are not only welcomed but expected. In return you will enjoy great opportunities for development in a growing global company and be part of the solution by contributing to our global impact.

At Hempel we are committed to everyone feeling safe, valued and treated equally in an environment where each employee can bring their authentic selves to work. We believe that inclusion is key to innovation and by bringing together the most diverse perspectives and talents we can achieve great things together.

We are proud to be majority owned by the Hempel Foundation dedicated to philanthropic activities with our earnings contributing to a multitude of charitable initiatives every year. It means that when working at Hempel your hard work and dedication contributes to a greater cause making your career matter twice.

Learn more about Hempel and our commitments on due

Seniority Level

Mid-Senior level

Job Functions

Distribution Strategy / Planning; Supply Chain

Industry

Chemicals