Head of Operations (Transportation & Logistics)

Head of Operations / Operations Director – Transportation & Logistics

Location: Saudi ArabiaIndustry: Transportation & LogisticsSeniority Level: Senior Management / ExecutiveReports to: Chief Executive OfficerAbout the RoleWe are looking for an experienced Head of Operations / Operations Director to lead and optimize the company’s end-to-end transportation operations.

The role will be responsible for ensuring high standards of service quality, operational efficiency, safety, fleet utilization, cost control, and regulatory compliance, while supporting the company’s strategic growth objectives. �Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop long-term operational strategies and annual operating plans aligned with company objectives.Lead operational expansion and support growth into new markets across Saudi Arabia.Oversee transportation operations, fleet management, maintenance, projects, procurement, and warehouses.Ensure fleet readiness and maximize fleet and resource utilization.Monitor operational efficiency, fuel consumption, productivity, operating hours, and downtime.Lead preventive and corrective maintenance planning.Optimize transportation routes and identify opportunities to reduce fuel consumption and operating costs.Ensure projects are delivered according to agreed timelines and budgets.Ensure availability of required equipment, drivers, materials, and operational resources.Analyze operational data and KPIs to identify performance gaps and improvement opportunities.Lead process optimization and operational transformation initiatives.Manage operational risks, contingency planning, and business continuity.Oversee suppliers and contracts to ensure timely availability of materials and spare parts.Control operational costs and continuously improve spending efficiency. �RequirementsBachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related discipline.MBA is preferred.15–20 years of experience in transportation or logistics.3–5 years of experience in the same or a similar senior operations position.Proven experience managing a large fleet.Strong knowledge of Saudi transportation regulations and legislation.Solid knowledge of fleet-management and tracking systems.Strong expertise in KPI analysis, budgeting, and cost control.Excellent operational leadership, decision-making, crisis-management, strategic-planning, and negotiation skills.Fluency in Arabic and English.