CEO, Integrated Logistics & Supply Chain Group, Saudi Arabia

DIKTUCOM

Job Location:

Riyadh - Saudi Arabia

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 18 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Client > Infrastructure investment holding company
Sector> Integrated Logistics & Supply Chain
Geography > Gulf Cooperation Council experience a must other geographies a plus
Reports to > Board of Directors — Multi-Shareholder Group
Scale > USD 50–150M revenue 500–1500 employees
Mandate > Post-Merger Integration and Value Creation Operational Excellence and Growth
Context > Client is a multi-service multi-country logistics and supply chain Group operating across the GCC. With service offering spanning overland transport (FTL LTL) express and last-mile delivery warehousing customs brokerage and contract logistics the group serves a diverse blue-chip customer base across e-commerce retail FMCG food and temperature-sensitive products B2B distribution regional trading and healthcare/pharma-adjacent supply chains. Following the recent strategic acquisition of a complementary logistics operator the group has materially expanded its geographic footprint asset base and service capabilities. The combined business now employs between X and Y people and generates revenues in the USD 100M range. The group operates under the governance of a multi-shareholder structure that includes a publicly listed entity requiring the incoming CEO to operate with the transparency discipline and shareholder relations acuity appropriate to a listed-company environment while retaining the entrepreneurial agility of a high-growth regional operator. The Board is seeking an exceptional executive to assume the role of Chief Executive Officer at a pivotal inflection point in the group's development The Board is seeking an exceptional executive to assume the role of Chief Executive Officer at a pivotal inflection point in the group's development
Tasks/Responsibilities > Strategic Leadership > Define and execute a multi-year strategic plan consolidating the group’s post-acquisition position and establishing a clear path to GCC market leadership; translate strategy into annual operating plans with accountability cascaded throughout the organization. Post Acquisition Integration > Manage the human complexity of integration — talent retention redundancy cultural alignment and employer brand unification — with empathy and decisiveness in equal measure. Commercial & Revenue Growth > Build a strong commercial pipeline with particular focus on high-margin contract logistics and 3PL mandates; establish pricing discipline margin management frameworks and commercial governance across business units. Operational Excellence > Drive continuous improvement across operational KPIs: on-time delivery fleet utilization warehouse throughput customs dwell time and cost per unit; embed HSSE standards appropriate to high-volume road freight and warehousing. People & Organization > Build and retain a high-caliber senior leadership team across Operations Commercial Finance Technology and HR; establish succession planning and a performance culture aligned with the group’s ambitions. Financial & Governance Stewardship > Maintain full P&L accountability for the combined group; manage working capital liquidity and capital investment decisions appropriate to a capital-intensive logistics business with transparent and timely Board reporting.
Requisites > A) Minimum 15 years of progressive logistics or supply chain leadership with at least 5 years at CEO COO EVP or MD level of a multi-service logistics business. B) Demonstrable track record of growth margin expansion and PMI — spanning people systems and commercial functions. C) Deep operational command of at least three of the following service lines: overland freight (FTL/LTL) express delivery last-mile warehousing or contract logistics. D) Proven GCC market experience — understanding of cross-border road freight dynamics free zone structures customs environments and country-specific regulatory requirements across Saudi Arabia UAE and at least two other GCC states. E) Experience managing a business in a volatile high-growth market — with a record of maintaining service quality and financial discipline under pressure. F) P&L ownership at scale commensurate with the group's current revenue profile G) Experience operating within or reporting to a publicly listed entity a PE-backed business or a multi-shareholder governance structure. H) Resilience under volatility: Thrives in markets characterized by geopolitical uncertainty demand fluctuation and regulatory change — maintains composure and decisiveness. Fluency in English is essential. Arabic language proficiency is strongly preferred and will be a material differentiator in the selection process.
Start-date > Immediate need Permanent Role
Rate > Competitive executive package — details provided to shortlisted candidates
Reason to apply > This is a rare opportunity to sit at the center of a dynamic holding company and work across the full breadth of what the Company does — from deal-making and board governance to transformation and investor relations.

Client > Infrastructure investment holding companySector> Integrated Logistics & Supply ChainGeography > Gulf Cooperation Council experience a must other geographies a plusReports to > Board of Directors — Multi-Shareholder GroupScale > USD 50–150M revenue 500–1500 employeesMandate > Post-Merger In...

Client > Infrastructure investment holding company
Sector> Integrated Logistics & Supply Chain
Geography > Gulf Cooperation Council experience a must other geographies a plus
Reports to > Board of Directors — Multi-Shareholder Group
Scale > USD 50–150M revenue 500–1500 employees
Mandate > Post-Merger Integration and Value Creation Operational Excellence and Growth
Context > Client is a multi-service multi-country logistics and supply chain Group operating across the GCC. With service offering spanning overland transport (FTL LTL) express and last-mile delivery warehousing customs brokerage and contract logistics the group serves a diverse blue-chip customer base across e-commerce retail FMCG food and temperature-sensitive products B2B distribution regional trading and healthcare/pharma-adjacent supply chains. Following the recent strategic acquisition of a complementary logistics operator the group has materially expanded its geographic footprint asset base and service capabilities. The combined business now employs between X and Y people and generates revenues in the USD 100M range. The group operates under the governance of a multi-shareholder structure that includes a publicly listed entity requiring the incoming CEO to operate with the transparency discipline and shareholder relations acuity appropriate to a listed-company environment while retaining the entrepreneurial agility of a high-growth regional operator. The Board is seeking an exceptional executive to assume the role of Chief Executive Officer at a pivotal inflection point in the group's development The Board is seeking an exceptional executive to assume the role of Chief Executive Officer at a pivotal inflection point in the group's development
Tasks/Responsibilities > Strategic Leadership > Define and execute a multi-year strategic plan consolidating the group’s post-acquisition position and establishing a clear path to GCC market leadership; translate strategy into annual operating plans with accountability cascaded throughout the organization. Post Acquisition Integration > Manage the human complexity of integration — talent retention redundancy cultural alignment and employer brand unification — with empathy and decisiveness in equal measure. Commercial & Revenue Growth > Build a strong commercial pipeline with particular focus on high-margin contract logistics and 3PL mandates; establish pricing discipline margin management frameworks and commercial governance across business units. Operational Excellence > Drive continuous improvement across operational KPIs: on-time delivery fleet utilization warehouse throughput customs dwell time and cost per unit; embed HSSE standards appropriate to high-volume road freight and warehousing. People & Organization > Build and retain a high-caliber senior leadership team across Operations Commercial Finance Technology and HR; establish succession planning and a performance culture aligned with the group’s ambitions. Financial & Governance Stewardship > Maintain full P&L accountability for the combined group; manage working capital liquidity and capital investment decisions appropriate to a capital-intensive logistics business with transparent and timely Board reporting.
Requisites > A) Minimum 15 years of progressive logistics or supply chain leadership with at least 5 years at CEO COO EVP or MD level of a multi-service logistics business. B) Demonstrable track record of growth margin expansion and PMI — spanning people systems and commercial functions. C) Deep operational command of at least three of the following service lines: overland freight (FTL/LTL) express delivery last-mile warehousing or contract logistics. D) Proven GCC market experience — understanding of cross-border road freight dynamics free zone structures customs environments and country-specific regulatory requirements across Saudi Arabia UAE and at least two other GCC states. E) Experience managing a business in a volatile high-growth market — with a record of maintaining service quality and financial discipline under pressure. F) P&L ownership at scale commensurate with the group's current revenue profile G) Experience operating within or reporting to a publicly listed entity a PE-backed business or a multi-shareholder governance structure. H) Resilience under volatility: Thrives in markets characterized by geopolitical uncertainty demand fluctuation and regulatory change — maintains composure and decisiveness. Fluency in English is essential. Arabic language proficiency is strongly preferred and will be a material differentiator in the selection process.
Start-date > Immediate need Permanent Role
Rate > Competitive executive package — details provided to shortlisted candidates
Reason to apply > This is a rare opportunity to sit at the center of a dynamic holding company and work across the full breadth of what the Company does — from deal-making and board governance to transformation and investor relations.