Logistics Coordinator

Calo Inc; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the food tech industry is seeking a Logistics Coordinator to oversee supply chain operations. The ideal candidate will manage delivery teams, optimize logistics procedures, and ensure efficient operations. Strong communication skills and logistics experience in Riyadh are essential. Join a dedicated team focused on making healthy eating accessible and easy.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience as a logistics coordinator.
• Fleet management experience required.
• Logistics experience in Riyadh is a must.

Responsibilities

• Maintain day-to-day operations of delivery team and fleet.
• Monitor tracking progress and communicate with management.
• Route daily deliveries to ensure timely arrivals.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Record-keeping

Customer-oriented

Organizational

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

AboutCalo

Launched in Bahrain in November of 2019, Calo is on a mission to make healthy easy. We’re a team of dedicated people driving this mission by providing better, faster, and cheaper ways to access food through technology.

Role overview

To function as the logistics Coordinator for Calo, to oversee and facilitate the supply chain operations of our company. You will be the one to coordinate personnel and processes to achieve the effective distribution of goods.

The ideal candidate has great communication and negotiation skills. They are also well-versed in supply management principles and practices. The goal is to ensure the smooth operations of a variety of channels, aiming for maximum efficiency.

Main Responsibilities

• To maintain the day-to-day operations of the delivery team and fleet trucks, as well as warehouse functions, which included opening and closing of the warehouse and loading docks.
• Monitor tracking progress and set up a formal line of communication with management
• Make hiring recommendations and provide ongoing training for drivers.
• Conduct inspection of all loading docks to ensure the cage areas are clean and organized
• Route daily deliveries to guarantee the driver reaches all destinations at the scheduled time
• Record daily work assignments and maintain daily attendance files for all drivers and helpers

Ideal Candidate

Qualifications

• Must have had a minimum of 1 year of previous proven experience as a logistics coordinator or similar position
• Must have fleet management experience and is able to manage many vehicles
• Familiar with optimizing drivers' routes using technology
• The candidate must have great record-keeping abilities and a customer-oriented approach.
• Must have logistics experience in Riyadh
• Must be currently present in KSA or willing to relocate to KSA
• Must be a proficient communicator in English
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office tools
• Experience in customer service will be appreciated
• Ability to work with little supervision and track multiple processes
• The ability to communicate in multiple languages is a major plus
• Experience with large, well-known, or international companies is a major advantage

Knowledge and competency

• Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers
• Devise ways to optimize logistics procedures
• Ensure the smooth operations of a variety of channels, aiming for maximum efficiency.
• Outstanding organizational and coordination abilities
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Reliable and trustworthy
• A well-spoken, strong communicator
• Pleasant personality and able to lead with empathy and patience.