Manager Logistics

Role Overview

Manager Logistics at Abu Dhabi Airports, based in Abu Dhabi. The role directs, supervises, and manages all warehouse operations and logistics activities across storage locations.

Role Purpose

Direct warehouse and logistics operations across storage locations, overseeing staff, workflow, receipt, inspection, storage, preservation, issuance, and distribution of materials to support operational requirements. Ensure safety of personnel, infrastructure, and facilities while maintaining compliance with company safety policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

Workforce Management

• Lead, motivate, develop, and supervise warehouse and logistics staff.
• Identify training needs and arrange staff development programs.
• Conduct regular team meetings and provide performance feedback.
• Measure staff KPIs and implement performance improvement initiatives.

Warehouse and Logistics Operations

• Plan, coordinate, and oversee all warehouse and logistics activities.
• Ensure warehouse and logistics operations are conducted efficiently, professionally, and cost-effectively.
• Manage receipt, storage, issuance, and distribution of materials.
• Oversee inventory documentation, ERP transactions, and audit records.
• Optimize warehouse space utilization to meet long-term storage requirements.
• Coordinate inventory optimization through monitoring of slow-moving and non-moving items.
• Provide logistics support services across departments.

Fleet and Equipment Management

• Manage Abu Dhabi Airports fleet operations.
• Oversee maintenance of vehicles, equipment, and machinery.

Material and Asset Management

• Maintain the security, preservation, and proper storage of warehouse materials.
• Manage scrap material handling, disposal processes, and sale of scrap tenders.
• Coordinate with end-users and procurement to resolve operational and material-related issues.

Vendor and Service Provider Management

• Monitor and control outsourced service providers' performance.
• Coordinate effectively with procurement and operational departments to ensure smooth material support.

Strategic and Financial Management

• Support the Head of Department in developing operational strategies and improvement plans.
• Manage budgets and maintain statistical and financial records.

Safety and Compliance

• Organize safety drills and promote safety awareness in coordination with HSE/AES teams.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Support risk assessment reviews with HSE teams.
• Promote incident, near-miss, and environmental reporting.
• Monitor adherence to HSE procedures and ensure corrective actions are addressed.

General Duties

• Perform other duties assigned by the Head of Department.

Qualifications & Experience

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or equivalent.
• Specialized training in Supply Chain Management (SCM), Warehouse Management, or Inventory Management.

Experience

• Minimum 7+ years of experience in a supervisory role within warehouse operations, logistics, or a related field.
• Strong practical knowledge of warehouse operations and logistics systems.
• Experience with warehouse safety systems, first aid, and fire prevention practices.

Skills & Competencies

• Proficiency in ERP systems, databases, MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• English and Arabic language skills, written and spoken.
• Strong judgment and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Customer and service-oriented mindset.
• Excellent negotiation skills.
• Risk management knowledge.
• Teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Proactive approach with strong multitasking ability.