General Manager

Job Description : GM AUTO LOGISTICS GCC Are you somebody who has proven experience in building an Automotive logistics division from scratch? Would you be motivated by an opportunity to shape and execute a strategy within a new area for a rapidly growing supply chain business? Do you have experience within the European market operating with world class standards? If you have the experience, then this is an opportunity you DO NOT want to pass up! As an integrated automotive logistics solution provider, they offer end to end supply chain services, from the supply of components to the distribution of new vehicles & spare parts. They provide a comprehensive range of value-added services to help respond to challenges in the automotive market. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES · Build, from scratch, an Automotive Logistics Division to deliver integrated logistics solutions that enables manufacturers and distributors to effectively and efficiently manage their supply chains · Ensure that all custom clearance requirements are managed on behalf of customers · Develop from scratch the vehicle storage facility and manage on an ongoing basis and maximise the capacity / utilisation · Accountable for developing, implementing and continuously improving policies, processes, training and reporting to ensure customers receive the level of service we commit to deliver · Using a state-of-the-art fleet of dedicated vehicle carriers, you will need to develop and lead a team to effectively transport a wide variety of vehicles to many different locations throughout Saudi Arabia · Manage the integration of technology platforms that incorporates full electronic tracking capabilities to enable real-time traceability of vehicles until they are delivered · Ensure that automotive spare parts reach their destinations rapidly · Work in partnership with customers to appreciate their priorities that will help to minimise the stock levels at their outlets and delivery lead times · Constantly strive to make sure the SLA’s agreed with customers are achieved · Consultatively communicate with customers about value add solutions that can be delivered · Act as liaison between OEM’s and end customers, and achieve time and cost savings for customers through a process of consolidation, inventory and import/export management · Our workshops are fully equipped to handle pre-delivery of new vehicles, from a standard clean-up and quality check to a full, multi-point inspection · Developing and leading a team across Freight Forwarding, Customs Clearance, Warehousing & Inland transportation departments across Saudi Arabia KEY INGREDIENTS · Masters / Degree in Business, Finance, Engineering, Supply Chain Management or in any related field with credentials supporting core Supply Chain & Logistics Skills · Minimum of 10 years in end-to-end Supply Chain and Automotive Logistics with best practice evidence for global brands in European markets · Proven experience leading Automotive Logistics operations – balancing both strategic and execution tasks · Experience in a startup business or building and Automotive Division from scratch · Strong commercial accumen & previous relationship with KSA-based automotive brand owner · Good appreciation and understanding of the Regional (MENA / GCC) Automotive Logistics Market · Must have exemplary project management, communication and organisational skills with proven completion of mid to large scale projects

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