Logistics Manager, Middle East, Africa and Turkiye

Logistics Manager, Middle East, Africa and Turkiye

Locations: Dubai, Riyadh - KARE Head Office, Cairo

Time type: Full-time

Posted on: Today

Job requisition ID: R0644872

Certified as a Top Employer; KONE is dedicated to a better world of work and exhibits this through excellent people practices. We are committed to fostering a great work culture and inspiring the highest standards of quality and efficiency from the team, putting our people first and creating a workplace that nurtures collaboration, diversity, growth, and wellbeing.

KONE Middle East & Africa is dynamic & diverse with a direct presence in 12 countries as well as more than 60 distributor markets across a vast geographical footprint.

KONE Logistics vision is to offer a seamless material flow to our customers providing quality, transparency, and proactive communication. To achieve this, we are looking for a Regional Logistics Manager to lead logistics teams and operations across the region reporting to the Logistics Director APM.

Responsibilities

1. Represents the local Logistics Cluster and reports to the Area Logistics Director.
2. Develops and executes logistics strategies for the Cluster with Global and Area logistics, and business stakeholders in NBS, MOD, and Service.
3. Manages local country logistics teams.
4. Coordinates with local Country teams to ensure timely, quality, and cost-competitive supply of equipment and spare parts within the Cluster.
5. Collaborates with Logistics Development Management.
6. Identifies cross-unit/cross-regional logistics partner network opportunities and risks.
7. Manages logistics budget within Cluster.

People Management

1. Coordinates and oversees the work of subordinates and contributes to the organization’s logistics strategy effectively and consistently according to established guidelines and budgets.
2. Responsible for team competence development, employee satisfaction, and motivation.
3. Sets and monitors team/individual performance objectives.
4. Responsible for communication to the team.
5. Responsible for people management of the team.
6. Responsible for KONE Way Logistics Operating Model in the Cluster, including related organizational setup and resourcing.
7. Ensures effective deployment and benefit realization of KONE Way and local initiatives.
8. Provides input and feedback about changes needed to KONE Way.

Performance Measures

1. On Time Delivery, Damages, Clearance compliance, Cost/unit, inventory accuracy, etc.
2. Savings performance in Cluster.
3. Logistics contract coverage of consumed logistics services in area (following global service offering management).
4. Health and safety.
5. Quality and timeliness of Logistics reporting in area.

Professional Requirements

1. International logistics management.
2. Logistics suppliers and network management.
3. People management.
4. Stakeholder management.
5. Change management.
6. Project management.
7. Costing and account management.
8. Technical and/or commercial degree, MSc in relevant major (e.g. Logistics and Supply Chain) and/or MBA as a plus.
9. Fluent level of English is a must, additional languages (e.g. Arabic) as a plus.
10. Minimum 7 years of experience in Logistics, supply chain management, or relevant area.
11. Proven ability to work in an international environment.
12. Willingness to travel extensively.
13. Proven leadership/cross-functional team skills.
14. Experience with SAP or similar procurement systems preferred.
15. Project Management and Process Improvement experience.
16. Strong communication skills – verbal and written, ability to communicate effectively to varied audiences.
17. Able to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
18. Understanding of and experience with supplier and subcontractor negotiations, understanding of commercial terms and conditions related to procurement of goods and services.

KONE focuses on building an innovative culture of collaboration, where we value the contribution of each individual. Employee engagement is a key area of interest for us. We encourage participation and sharing of information and ideas. Sustainability is an integral part of our culture and daily life. We practice ethical business practices and strive to develop a collaborative culture where colleagues trust and respect each other, and good performance is recognized among peers. As an excellent workplace, we proudly offer a wide range of opportunities that facilitate the achievement of professional and personal goals and enable a healthy, balanced life.

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