Logistics Director

Parsons Oman; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A major international construction firm is seeking an experienced Logistics Director to lead logistics and material control for a significant project in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The ideal candidate will have over 20 years of experience in logistics and supply chain management, particularly in the construction or luxury hospitality sectors. Key responsibilities include developing and implementing logistics strategies, customs management, and overseeing local transportation. This role emphasizes compliance with safety standards and leading large teams effectively.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 20 years of experience in logistics and supply chain, preferably in luxury hospitality or construction.
• Experience in a structured PMO or PMC environment is required.
• Extensive knowledge of customs clearance and freight forwarding within KSA is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the Logistics Management Plan and Material Control procedures.
• Manage inbound international freight and customs clearance.
• Oversee local transportation and warehousing operations.
• Establish Logistics KPIs and reporting mechanisms.
• Coordinate resource requirements with various teams.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards.

Skills

Logistics management

Supply chain management

Material control

ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle)

Data analysis

Leadership

Customs management

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or Engineering

Job description

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Job Description:

Parsons is seeking an experienced and strategically focused Logistics Director to join the Program Management Office (PMO) team for a major construction program based at site in KSA with intermittent travel to Riyadh.

The Director will be solely responsible for developing, implementing, and governing the entire logistics and material control strategy across multiple contractors and work packages. This is a critical leadership role focused on ensuring the efficient, safe, and compliant movement and storage of all materials and equipment to maintain project schedules and mitigate risk within the PMO structure.

Core Responsibilities & Deliverables

• Strategy & Planning: Develop and execute the comprehensive Logistics Management Plan (LMP) and Material Control procedures, ensuring full integration with the Master Project Schedule and construction sequencing.
• Customs & Compliance: Directly manage all inbound international freight, customs clearance, port operations, and compliance with strict Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) import regulations and local transportation laws.
• Material Flow & Site Management: Oversee the coordination of all local transportation, staging, warehousing, and laydown area management across the project site(s). Implement robust inventory control and asset tracking systems.
• PMO Governance: Establish Logistics Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and reporting mechanisms, providing data‑driven status updates, risk analysis, and mitigation plans to PMO and Senior Management.
• Cross‑Functional Coordination: Serve as the primary logistics liaison, coordinating resource requirements and delivery schedules between the Procurement, Construction, Project Controls, and Contractor teams.
• Safety & Security: Ensure all logistics activities, warehousing operations, lifting plans, and transport movements comply with strict health, safety, and environmental (HSE) standards.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Experience: Minimum of 20 years of progressive experience in logistics, supply chain, and material control management, specifically within the luxury hospitality, or construction sectors.
• PMO Familiarity: Proven experience operating within a highly structured Project Management Office (PMO) or Program Management Consultant (PMC) environment.
• Regional Expertise: Extensive and demonstrated experience managing complex customs clearance, freight forwarding, and domestic logistics operations within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) is essential.
• Education: Bachelor’s or Master degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or Engineering.
• Technical Skills: Expert proficiency with modern ERP/inventory management systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle), coupled with strong planning and data analysis skills.
• Leadership: Proven ability to lead and mentor large logistics teams and manage third‑party vendors (Freight Forwarders, Customs Brokers, etc.).

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