Head of Transport

Deutsche Post DHL (DPDHL) is the logistics provider of the world with over
‎520,000 employees in more than ‎220 countries and territories.
DHL Supply chain offers standardized Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain
and Storage Specialist as well as highly specialized end-to-end solutions to
customers in a wide range of industries globally.

Currently, we are seeking a dynamic person to take on the role Head of
Transport based in KSA-Al Khobar.

Objective:

Define strategy for specific line of business at the Control Tower level and
lead business operations to achieve short and long term financial and
operational objectives (profitability, revenue, service levels and
productivity) in line with overall business strategy, objectives, standards,
and guidelines.
knowledge of supply chain management and an understanding of warehouse
procedures, including storing goods, dispatching orders, and tracking
transportation vehicles. You should also be familiar with safety processes and
legal regulations.

General Responsibilities:
*
Provide strategic direction, priority setting, and decision-making for control
tower .
* Oversee financial performance and documentation including budget vs. actuals, accruals, accuracy.
* Manage stakeholders and attend business reviews.
* Define line of business strategy at the Control Tower level in line with overall business strategy and objectives.
* Plan, organize and ensure effective business management and operations at the Control Tower level for a specific line of business.
* Oversee and monitor account management and operations for the line of business, and accounting, purchasing, personnel, and/ or financial functions, if required.
* Ensure P &L (EBITA etc.), cost and revenue management for the line of business.
* Assess and report Control Tower performance and recommend plans for improvement.
* Analyze complex multi-dimensional issues extensively and improve, change or adapt existing methods, techniques and/or processes to be more efficient.
* Implement enhancements influencing business operations, productivity and people engagement of the line of business at the Control Tower level.

Qualification :.
*
Bachelor's degree in supply chain Management, Materials Management, Economics,
Industrial Management, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Business
Administration, Purchasing and Logistics Management or equivalent.
* A master's degree in any of the above fields is preferred backed up with strong professional experience. (Preferable)
* ‎10+ years of experience in Supply chain Management, Transport & materials management, procurement, forecasting or planning, with at least ‎5 years of leadership experience

Knowledge & Skills:
*
Solid knowledge of supply chain management
* Experience preparing and tracking orders
* Familiarity with logistics software, like Freight view and 3PLink
* Excellent organizational skills
* Ability to supervise and train staff
* Problem-solving abilities
* Excellent communication skills (Arabic & English)

Why join DHL Supply chain?

As the world 's largest contract logistics specialist, we create competitive
advantage for customers through customized logistics solutions based on
globally standardized warehousing, transportation, and integrated services
components. We bring sector expertise, global scale and local knowledge to
design and manage supply chains from raw materials and manufacturing to
finished goods delivery and return services.

Website

https://www.logistics.dhl/gb-en/home/our-divisions/supply-chain/contact-our-
experts.html

Industry

Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

Company size

‎10,001+ employees
‎54,799 on LinkedIn Includes members with current employer listed as DHL Supply
Chain, including part-time roles.

Founded

‎1969

Specialties

Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Consulting, Contract Manufacture,
Warehousing, Order Fulfillment, Service Part Logistics, Kitting and Assembly,
Managed Transportation, Reverse Logistics, Real Estate, In-Plant Logistics,
Environmental Compliance, Automotive, Technology, packaging, ecommerce,
ecommerce, supply chain, transport, fulfilment, packaging, real estate,
commercial real estate, trucking, two man home delivery, distribution center,
MRO, Service Logistics, Retail, Consumer, Energy, Chemicals, Manufacturing,
Engineering, healthcare, pharma, life science, and clinical trials, Deutsche
Post DHL (DPDHL) is the logistics provider of the world with over ‎520,000
employees in more than ‎220 countries and territories.