Manager Logistics

Abu Dhabi Airports Company; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

Abu Dhabi Airports Company is seeking a Manager Logistics to lead all warehouse and logistics operations across storage locations, ensuring safe, efficient and cost-effective performance. You will supervise staff, optimize space, manage budgets, and coordinate with procurement to ensure material support for all departments.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in a related field, 7+ years in a supervisory logistics role, ERP experience, and fluency in English and Arabic.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field.
• 7+ years of supervisory experience in warehouse/logistics.
• Strong practical knowledge of warehouse operations and logistics systems.
• Experience with warehouse safety systems, first aid, and fire prevention.
• Proficiency in ERP, databases, MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• English and Arabic language skills (written and spoken).

Responsibilities

• Direct and supervise warehouse and logistics staff to ensure safe, efficient operations.
• Plan and oversee receipt, storage, and distribution of materials.
• Maintain safety and compliance with HSE policies and procedures.
• Coordinate with procurement and operations for material support.
• Monitor KPIs and drive continuous improvement in warehouse activities.
• Manage budgets and oversee fleet, vehicles, and equipment maintenance.
• Organize safety drills and promote safety awareness with HSE teams.
• Oversee ERP transactions, inventory docs, and audits.
• Organize staff training and development programs.

Skills

Judgement

Problem-solving

Work under pressure

Communication

Customer focus

Negotiation

Risk management

Teamwork

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or equivalent

Specialized SCM/Warehouse/Inventory training

7+ years supervisory experience

Strong knowledge of warehouse operations

ERP safety systems, first aid, fire prevention

Proficiency in ERP, databases, MS Office

English and Arabic language skills

Tools

ERP systems

Databases

MS Excel

MS Word

MS PowerPoint

Job description

Responsibilities

Manager Logistics is responsible for directing supervising and managing all warehouse operations and logistics activities across storage locations The role oversees staff workflow receipt inspection storage preservation issuance and distribution of materials to support operational requirements The position is also responsible for ensuring the safety of personnel infrastructure and storage facilities while ensuring compliance with company safety policies and procedures ResponsibilitiesLead motivate develop and supervise warehouse and logistics staff Ensure warehouse and logistics operations are conducted efficiently professionally and cost-effectively Plan coordinate and oversee all warehouse and logistics activities Support the Head of Department in developing operational strategies and improvement plans Manage Abu Dhabi Airports fleet operations Coordinate effectively with procurement and operational departments to ensure smooth material support Maintain the security preservation and proper storage of warehouse materials Optimize warehouse space utilization to meet long-term storage requirements Manage scrap material handling disposal processes and sale of scrap tenders Monitor and control outsourced service providers performance Manage budgets and maintain statistical and financial records Oversee maintenance of vehicles equipment and machinery Identify training needs and arrange staff development programs Conduct regular team meetings and provide performance feedback Organize safety drills and promote safety awareness in coordination with HSE AES teams Manage receipt storage issuance and distribution of materials Oversee inventory documentation ERP transactions and audit records Coordinate with end-users and procurement to resolve operational and material-related issues Provide logistics support services across departments Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures Coordinate inventory optimization through monitoring of slow-moving and non-moving items Measure staff KPIs and implement performance improvement initiatives Support risk assessment reviews with HSE teams Promote incident near-miss and environmental reporting Monitor adherence to HSE procedures and ensure corrective actions are addressed Perform other duties assigned by the Head of Department.

Education & Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or equivalent.
• Specialized training in Supply Chain Management (SCM), Warehouse Management, or Inventory Management.
• ExperienceMinimum 7+ years of experience in a supervisory role within warehouse operations, logistics, or a related field.
• Strong practical knowledge of warehouse operations and logistics systems.
• Experience with warehouse safety systems, first aid, and fire prevention practices.
• Proficiency in ERP systems, databases, MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• English and Arabic language skills (written and spoken).

Skills & Competencies

• Strong judgment and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Customer and service-oriented mindset.
• Excellent negotiation skills.
• Risk management knowledge.
• Teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Proactive approach with strong multitasking ability.