Marine Logistics Lead

Algihaz Marine; Al Khobar; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Algihaz Marine in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Marine Logistics Lead to oversee end-to-end marine logistics, vessel scheduling, and port utilization, driving cost-efficient operations and compliance with international maritime standards.

You will manage a team of logistics admins, negotiate high-value contracts with vessel owners and port authorities, and push ERP-driven process improvements across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Maritime Studies, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Oversight: Lead and optimize the end-to-end marine logistics workflow, including vessel scheduling and port utilization.
• Team Leadership: Supervise and mentor the Marine Logistics Admin team, ensuring accuracy in sales orders and procurement entries.
• Contract Negotiation: Manage high-value contracts with vessel owners, agents, and port authorities to ensure competitive pricing and service levels.
• Performance Monitoring: Develop and track KPIs for logistics efficiency and cost control.
• Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure all maritime operations adhere to international safety standards (IMDG, MARPOL) and local port regulations.
• Process Improvement: Drive the implementation of advanced ERP features to automate documentation and reporting.
• Stakeholder Liaison: Coordinate with Project Managers and Finance Directors to align logistics with budget and timelines.

Skills

Strategic Logistics Planning

Maritime Law & Compliance

Negotiation Skills

Leadership

ERP Mastery

Decision Making

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Maritime Studies, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Oracle/ERP systems

Job description

Marine Logistics Lead

Role Summary

The Marine Logistics Lead is responsible for the strategic oversight and end-to-end management of marine and port logistics operations. This role ensures the optimization of the supply chain, high-level contract negotiation, and the leadership of the logistics team to meet operational demands safely and cost-effectively. The position acts as a primary point of contact for senior management and external partners, driving process
improvements in Oracle/ERP systems and ensuring full compliance with international maritime regulations and company standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Oversight: Lead and optimize the end-to-end marine logistics workflow, including vessel scheduling and port utilization.
• Team Leadership: Supervise and mentor the Marine Logistics Admin team, ensuring accuracy in sales orders and procurement entries.
• Contract Negotiation: Manage high-value contracts with vessel owners, agents, and port authorities to ensure competitive pricing and service levels.
• Performance Monitoring: Develop and track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for logistics efficiency and cost control.
• Compliance & Risk Management: Ensure all maritime operations adhere to international safety standards (IMDG, MARPOL) and local port regulations.
• Escalation Management: Serve as the final authority for resolving complex discrepancies in Sales Orders (SOs), Purchase Orders (POs), and invoicing.
• Process Improvement: Drive the implementation of advanced ERP features to automate documentation and reporting.
• Stakeholder Liaison: Coordinate directly with Project Managers and Finance Directors to align logistics with overall company budget and project timelines.

Education & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Maritime Studies, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field (Master’s
  degree preferred)
• 6–10 years of experience in marine logistics or offshore operations, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or lead role.
• Expert Proficiency in Oracle or advanced ERP systems.
• Advanced knowledge of charter parties, bill of lading, and maritime law.

Skills & Competencies

• Strategic Logistics Planning: Ability to design complex vessel schedules and port rotation plans.
• Maritime Law & Compliance: Strong understanding of Charter Parties, Bill of Lading, and International Maritime regulations (IMDG/MARPOL).
• Negotiation Skills: Proven ability to negotiate high-value contracts with vessel owners and port authorities.
• Leadership: Strong capability to manage a diverse team of admins and coordinators across different locations.
• ERP Mastery: Advanced proficiency in Oracle or similar systems for workflow automation and data analysis.
• Decision Making: Ability to make critical decisions under pressure during operational emergencies or vessel delays.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Oversight: Lead the end-to-end marine logistics workflow, optimizing vessel utilization and port stay durations to reduce costs.
• Contract Management: Oversee the lifecycle of marine service contracts, ensuring vendors meet KPIs and addressing any service breaches.
• Team Leadership: Supervise the Marine Logistics Admin team, conducting performance reviews and ensuring all system entries (SOs/POs) are audit-ready.
• Budgetary Control: Monitor logistics expenditures against project budgets, identifying cost-saving opportunities in fuel and port fees.
• Stakeholder Liaison: Act as the primary point of contact for Project Managers and the Finance department regarding marine logistics status.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all offshore movements and port operations comply with company QHSE standards and international maritime laws.