Senior Field Logistics & Operations Leader

Ma’aden; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Senior Specialist in Field Operations & Logistics. This role involves managing logistics operations, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and optimizing resource deployment. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in logistics management, preferably in challenging environments. Candidates should possess strong analytical, organizational, and leadership skills, with proficiency in logistics software tools. This position is essential for improving operational performance and requires collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Professional certifications in logistics or supply chain (e.g., APICS, PMP, Lean Six Sigma) are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee daily field logistics operations.
• Ensure timely and cost‑effective delivery of materials and personnel.
• Monitor compliance with safety and operational standards.
• Collaborate to forecast logistics needs and develop solutions.
• Analyze logistics performance data for efficiency improvements.
• Support emergency response logistics.
• Manage relationships with third‑party logistics providers.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide mentorship to junior logistics staff.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal abilities

Logistics planning

Performance analysis

Leadership

Vendor management

Fluency in English

Knowledge of logistics software

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or Industrial Engineering

Tools

ERP systems

Logistics management software

Microsoft Office

Job description

A leading mining company in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Senior Specialist in Field Operations & Logistics. This role involves managing logistics operations, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and optimizing resource deployment. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience in logistics management, preferably in challenging environments. Candidates should possess strong analytical, organizational, and leadership skills, with proficiency in logistics software tools. This position is essential for improving operational performance and requires collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.