Area Head of Maersk Project Logistics – Saudi Arabia

About the role

The Area Head of Maersk Project Logistics for Saudi Arabia will lead operational performance and profitable growth across the area. Reporting to the Regional Head of MPL – IMEA, this senior leader ensures alignment between product, sales and operations to deliver customer outcomes and sustainable growth.

Key responsibilities

• Lead Area/Cluster operations and business development teams, building capabilities and fostering a strong team culture.
• Ensure end‑to‑end execution quality, service delivery, compliance and QHSE adherence while monitoring operational KPIs and driving recovery actions.
• Drive commercial growth through opportunity qualification, pipeline support, customer solutioning and participation in RFPs, pricing and customer engagement.
• Own the Area/Cluster P&L, conduct performance reviews, forecasting and ensure adherence to global standards and policies.
• Represent the function in escalations, customer meetings and strategic reviews, aligning with Product, Sales, CX, Finance, Procurement and Regional Ops.

Required profile

• Extensive logistics and supply‑chain experience with a strong understanding of project logistics delivery.
• Proven management experience across multiple geographies and a track record of leading large teams.
• Strong analytical ability, digital mindset and experience in process improvement and systems management.
• Excellent collaboration and stakeholder‑management skills.

Required skills

• Logistics and project logistics expertise.
• Supply‑chain management.
• QHSE compliance knowledge.
• Performance‑management and P&L ownership.