| 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. |
Category: Supply Chain
Type: Full Time
Location: KSA - Al Khobar