Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world\'s most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group\xe2\x80\x99s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organization to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate. By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day
Overview of the role
We are currently looking for Business Sector Manager \xe2\x80\x93 Freight & Relocation for Al Futtaim Logistics in KSA Jeddah. As the Operations Manager, you will oversee the entire operations and financial performance of the Freight and Relocation Department within Al Futtaim Logistics for KSA.
What you will do

• Ensure the profitability and growth of the Freight Management (Air, Sea and Multi modal transport) Divisions through efficient and effective management, strong proactive leadership, strong Employee Engagement and Key Customer interaction within the Kingdom
• Responsible for all the operational and financial performance of the Freight Management Department of Al Futtaim Logistics \xe2\x80\x93 Freight & Relocation Dept, KSA.
• Develop Oil & Gas Vertical within Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
• In-depth understanding and total ownership of the P&L and Budget to monitor progress and control cost within the Sector
• Set signed SLAs with customer
• Develop Operating Plans and ensure targets have been achieved through regular review
• Report Monthly KPI\xe2\x80\x99s & Financials to the Management/Customer
• Develop and recommend for business the relationship with Strategic partners in local market
• Develop and recommend accurate and realistic business process.
• Maintain an effective but lean organization.
• Developing SOP\xe2\x80\x99s to maintain a clear and transparent system processes
• Provide suggestions and raise areas of concern in order to meet customer expectations
• Ensure that succession planning, skills-sharing & multi-tasking forms an integral part of the team building strategy so as to maximise flexibility and continuity.
• Follow guidelines of Freight & Relocation management while dealing with international agents for handling AFL business at the foreign port of origin.
• Keep track of changing Government regulations and educate and monitor team to on strict compliance.
• Develop new activities for the additional and new
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with customers \xe2\x80\x93 Key Account Management
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with the Suppliers, Government authorities like Customs, Port, etc
• Follow-up with customers and suppliers to assure that products and services meet their needs.

Required skills to be successful

• 5 years\' managerial experience in a Freight and Local Services Management environment in Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
• Strong operational knowledge on Freight Management, Fleet Management & Relocations
• Knowledge of GCC road networks and operations
• Experience with Oil & Gas Vertical within Kingdom of Saudi Arabi

About the team
The role will report to the General Manager, and you will be managing a team of direct associates. You will be working in a dynamic and busy environment wherein you will be dealing directly with different Stakeholders across the organization.
What equips you for the role

• Degree or Diploma preferably in Supply Chain or Logistics
• Extensive experience in Freight & Relocation operations in KSA
• Must have awareness about Freight industry and its products & services
• Knowledge of GCC road networks and operations, International documentation requirements, Freight Management, Fleet Management, Relocations and routing and scheduling.
• Excellent communication skills and strong interpersonal skills and has the ability to solve problems quickly

About Al-Futtaim Automotive
A major division of the UAE-based Al-Futtaim Group of companies, Al-Futtaim Automotive is an industry leader with presence in 10 countries across the Middle East, Asia and Africa.
Our core business activities at Al-Futtaim Automotive include distribution, manufacturing, leasing and aftersales, and we are firmly established as the regional representative of some of the world\xe2\x80\x99s most iconic automotive brands: Toyota, Lexus, Honda, Jeep, Chrysler, Dodge, Volvo and RAM.

We are driven by a customer-centric approach, constantly pushing the boundaries on innovation, quality standards, and value-added service across our vast universe of customers - right from motoring enthusiasts to fleet operators to contractors. Our mission is to become the leader in custom-made mobility solutions by delivering nothing less than world-class omni-channel experiences.

We channel our local expertise and global trust to deliver one of the most comprehensive portfolios of mobility products and solutions, from passenger cars to SUVs, electric vehicles to high-performance motorbikes, commercial vehicles to industrial & construction equipment.

What keeps the company moving forward is a 9000-member strong team, with inspiring possibilities for growth, throughout the career path. This is Al-Futtaim Automotive and we empower talent to move forward.