Senior Logistics Manager

The Senior Logistics Manager is responsible for the strategic planning, execution, and control of all project logistics activities, including international freight forwarding, heavy-lift transportation, customs clearance, warehousing, materials management, site logistics, and project cargo operations. The role ensures safe, timely, and cost-effective delivery of materials and equipment for EPC oil and gas projects.

• Develop logistics strategies aligned with project schedules, budgets, and execution plans.
• Lead and develop logistics, warehouse, and materials management teams.
• Coordinate with Procurement, Expediting, Engineering, Construction, and Project Controls teams.
• Manage heavy-lift, out-of-gauge (OOG), breakbulk, charter vessel, airfreight, and project cargo operations.
• Review route surveys, lifting studies, transport engineering, and method statements.
• Obtain transport permits, escort arrangements, and customs approvals.
• Manage warehouses, pipe yards, preservation programs, inventory, and material issuance.
• Oversee HAZMAT handling in compliance with IMDG, IATA, and applicable regulations.
• Manage 3PLs (Third-Party Logistics Providers), freight forwarders, customs brokers, and shipping agents.
• Liaise with ports, shipping lines, airlines, and regulatory authorities.
• Negotiate transport contracts and logistics service agreements.
• Manage project logistics budgets, cost forecasting, and cost reporting.
• Ensure compliance with Incoterms 2020, customs regulations, and import/export controls.
• Develop logistics dashboards and KPI reporting through SAP/ERP systems.
• Drive HSE excellence and risk mitigation plans for critical shipments.
• Provide logistics input to project schedules, progress reports, and senior management updates.

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related discipline. Professional certifications such as CLTD, PMP, FIATA, IMDG, or heavy-lift/project cargo certifications are preferred.