Logistics Manager

UrbaCon Contracting & Trading Company; Qatar; On-site; QAR 200,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Qatar is seeking a Logistics Manager to oversee inventory management and logistics operations. This role involves creating best practices, managing resources, and ensuring efficient supply chain processes while collaborating with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in logistics, leadership skills, and a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience, with at least 5 years in a similar role.
• GCC experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Create and implement logistics principles and policies.
• Manage logistics operations and liaise with stakeholders.
• Analyze data and provide logistics insights.

Skills

Logistics principles

Leadership

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

ERP knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration

Supply Chain or Logistics-related field

Tools

Logistics software

SAP

Job description

Job Summary

The Logistics Manager is responsible for overseeing inventory management, defining departmental strategies for inventory levels, eliminating obsolete and off-spec materials, and reducing aging inventory. This role manages resource distribution and allocation across the organization under the guidance of the Operations Manager for all company projects. It also oversees all logistics related to warehouse functions, including transportation, supply delivery, and coordination with shipping, freight forwarding agencies, and customs authorities.

Job Responsibilities 1

1. Create and implement best practice logistics principles, policies, and processes to enhance operational and financial performance.
2. Ensure accuracy and timeliness of inventory transactions and physical movement of materials from receipt to distribution.
3. Develop tools and methodologies for effective logistics plan implementation, including standard operating procedures.
4. Contribute to the development and execution of logistics strategies, policies, and procedures to improve operational performance.
5. Manage logistics operations by liaising with internal stakeholders, suppliers, logistics providers, transportation companies, and customers.
6. Provide solutions to logistics challenges while maintaining quality and service within budget.
7. Resolve issues related to transportation, logistics systems, imports/exports, or customer concerns.
8. Support continuous improvement initiatives, identifying inefficiencies and cost-saving opportunities.
9. Maintain inventory accuracy and oversee stock movements with direct reports.
10. Address inventory discrepancies and ensure records are accurate and consistent.
11. Analyze data, interpret trends, and provide logistics insights to support organizational decision-making.

Job Responsibilities 2

Additional responsibilities to be defined as per organizational needs.

Job Knowledge & Skills

• Deep understanding of logistics principles including transportation, warehousing, inventory management, and supply chain optimization.
• Strong leadership and managerial skills to oversee operations and coordinate with internal and external partners.
• Excellent organizational skills for planning, route optimization, and timely delivery.
• Proficiency in logistics software and systems for tracking, inventory management, and data analysis.
• Problem-solving skills to address logistical challenges and improve efficiency.
• ERP knowledge, preferably SAP, is required.

Job Experience

Minimum 8 years of relevant experience, with at least 5 years in a similar role; GCC experience is a plus.

Competencies

• Collaboration
• Accountability
• Resilience
• Quality
• Leadership
• Fleet Management L3
• Business Analysis L3
• Logistics Analysis L3
• Project Management L3
• Route Planning L3

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or Logistics-related field.