Transportation Strategy Lead: Cost, Compliance & Leadership

Red Sea Global; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics and supply chain company in Jeddah is seeking a Senior Specialist - Transportation. This role focuses on overseeing the shipment of goods, optimizing costs, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Candidates should possess a degree in Business or related fields, alongside 5 to 6 years of experience in supply chain operations. The position offers the opportunity to enhance operational excellence and support sustainability initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 to 6 years in supply chain and logistics operations field.
• Advanced knowledge of transportation modes.
• Ability to develop and implement transportation strategies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate the transportation of goods.
• Negotiate contracts and rates with carriers.
• Analyze transportation costs to reduce expenses.
• Ensure compliance with transportation regulations.
• Provide guidance and support to clients on logistics.
• Develop strategic transportation plans.
• Track and analyze transportation KPIs.
• Identify and mitigate transportation-related risks.
• Leverage transportation management systems.
• Provide mentorship and leadership to transportation teams.

Skills

Problem solving

Team player

Team leadership

Vendor relations

Education

Recognized degree in Business, Analytics or Data Management

MBA preferred

Job description

A leading logistics and supply chain company in Jeddah is seeking a Senior Specialist - Transportation. This role focuses on overseeing the shipment of goods, optimizing costs, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Candidates should possess a degree in Business or related fields, alongside 5 to 6 years of experience in supply chain operations. The position offers the opportunity to enhance operational excellence and support sustainability initiatives.