Logistics Manager – Major Mining Projects in Saudi Arabia

About the role

The Logistics Manager will lead logistics strategy and execution for large‑scale mining and industrial projects in Saudi Arabia under the Hatch–Ma’aden partnership. The role ensures efficient, compliant, and cost‑effective movement of materials and equipment across international and local supply chains.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement a project logistics strategy aligned with EPCM delivery in KSA.
• Define Incoterms, transport solutions, and logistics execution plans for FEL2–FEL4 phases.
• Ensure alignment with procurement, Saudization, and local content objectives.
• Manage logistics service providers, freight forwarders, and 3PL contracts.
• Oversee import/export processes, customs clearance, and regulatory compliance.
• Lead logistics planning for heavy‑lift, oversized, and critical project cargo.
• Manage logistics risks, contingency planning, and critical‑path deliveries.
• Support cost control, forecasting, and project reporting.
• Coordinate closely with site teams, construction, and materials management.
• Monitor local market capabilities and develop in‑Kingdom logistics solutions.

Required profile

• Degree in logistics, supply chain, or a related discipline.
• Strong knowledge of Saudi customs regulations and logistics compliance.
• Expertise in multimodal transport and large‑project logistics.
• Understanding of EPCM project environments and governance.
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• 10+ years of logistics experience in major projects, preferably mining or industrial.
• Proven experience in EPCM projects and FEL phases (FEL2–FEL4).
• Experience in Saudi Arabia or the GCC region is strongly preferred.
• Background in logistics contracting, heavy transport, and materials management.

Required skills

• Incoterms
• Customs clearance procedures
• Multimodal transport planning
• Heavy‑lift cargo coordination
• EPCM logistics governance