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Automotive - Spare Parts Logistics Director
Matrix Consultancy
Jeddah, KSA
Full Time
Director
3 weeks ago
Warehouse Operations ManagementDistribution ManagementInventory ControlWMS DeploymentSupply Chain ManagementP&L Management
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About the Role
The employer is seeking a senior executive to lead and transform end-to-end logistics operations for automotive spare parts in a multi-brand 3PL environment. The role involves full ownership of warehouse operations, distribution networks, inventory control, WMS deployment, and cost management.
Key Skills for This Role
Warehouse Operations ManagementDistribution ManagementInventory ControlWMS DeploymentSupply Chain ManagementP&L Management
Responsibilities
- Direct and govern all warehouse operations across central and satellite spare parts facilities, ensuring throughput, accuracy, and cost efficiency
- Lead the design, standardization, and continuous improvement of receiving, put away, picking, packing, dispatch, and returns processes
- Manage distribution and transportation operations end to end, including route planning, fleet coordination, last mile delivery, and third party carrier management
- Establish and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs) for all logistics functions, ensuring consistency across all locations and brands
- Lead the consolidation of multiple automotive brands into a unified logistics operating model within the 3PL environment
- Design and implement shared service logistics structures that serve multiple brand principals without compromising individual SLA commitments
- Lead the end to end deployment of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) across central and satellite locations, from scoping through go live and stabilization
- Establish and enforce strict inventory control disciplines including cycle counting, stock reconciliation, aging management, and write off governance
- Own the full P&L accountability for logistics operations, including warehouse costs, transportation spend, labor, and technology investment
- Define, negotiate, and manage customer Service Level Agreements (SLAs) across all brand principals
- Lead the overall operational transformation agenda, covering process re engineering, organizational restructuring, technology deployment, and performance culture change
- Build, structure, and lead the logistics operations team across all facilities
Requirements
- Minimum 15+ years of progressive experience in spare parts logistics, warehouse operations, and distribution management
- Must have extensive experience specifically in automotive spare parts logistics environments
- Must have 3PL logistics background with proven experience operating multi user, multi brand warehouse environments
- Must have managed distribution and transportation operations at scale
- Must have led the deployment of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) in complex, multi site environments from scoping through stabilization
- Must have dealt with multiple brands across different operational setups and geographies
- Must demonstrate a career trajectory built from operational ranks upward, not solely corporate or consulting based experience
- Proven track record in operational turnaround, transformation, and performance optimization
- Experience across multiple organizations is required; single company career profiles do not meet the breadth requirement
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or related field
- English fluency is mandatory (spoken and written)
Full Job Posting
Position Overview
- Position Title: Spare Parts Logistics Director
- Department: Supply Chain & Logistics Operations
- Reporting Line: Chief Operating Officer (COO) / Managing Director
- Role Level: Senior Director / Executive Leadership
- Industry: Automotive Spare Parts / 3PL Logistics
- Job Purpose: The Spare Parts Logistics Director is a senior executive role responsible for leading, transforming, and scaling the end to end logistics operations for automotive spare parts across a multi brand, multi user 3PL environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Direct and govern all warehouse operations across central and satellite spare parts facilities, ensuring throughput, accuracy, and cost efficiency.
- Lead the design, standardization, and continuous improvement of receiving, put away, picking, packing, dispatch, and returns processes.
- Manage distribution and transportation operations end to end, including route planning, fleet coordination, last mile delivery, and third party carrier management.
- Establish and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs) for all logistics functions, ensuring consistency across all locations and brands.
- Lead the consolidation of multiple automotive brands into a unified logistics operating model within the 3PL environment.
- Design and implement shared service logistics structures that serve multiple brand principals without compromising individual SLA commitments.
- Lead the end to end deployment of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) across central and satellite locations, from scoping through go live and stabilization.
- Establish and enforce strict inventory control disciplines including cycle counting, stock reconciliation, aging management, and write off governance.
- Own the full P&L accountability for logistics operations, including warehouse costs, transportation spend, labor, and technology investment.
- Define, negotiate, and manage customer Service Level Agreements (SLAs) across all brand principals.
- Lead the overall operational transformation agenda, covering process re engineering, organizational restructuring, technology deployment, and performance culture change.
- Build, structure, and lead the logistics operations team across all facilities, including warehouse managers, supervisors, inventory controllers, and distribution staff.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Master's degree (MBA or MSc in Supply Chain/Logistics) is an advantage.
- Professional certifications in supply chain or logistics (CSCP, CLTD, Six Sigma) are valued.
- Minimum 15+ years of progressive experience in spare parts logistics, warehouse operations, and distribution management.
- Must have extensive experience specifically in automotive spare parts logistics environments.
- Must have 3PL logistics background with proven experience operating multi user, multi brand warehouse environments.
- Must have managed distribution and transportation operations at scale.
- Must have led the deployment of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) in complex, multi site environments from scoping through stabilization.
- Must have dealt with multiple brands across different operational setups and geographies.
- Must demonstrate a career trajectory built from operational ranks upward, not solely corporate or consulting based experience.
- Proven track record in operational turnaround, transformation, and performance optimization.
- Experience across multiple organizations is required; single company career profiles do not meet the breadth requirement.
Technical Competencies
- Deep expertise in warehouse operations management, slotting, layout optimization, and throughput management for spare parts environments.
- Strong command of inventory control methodologies including cycle counting, ABC/XYZ classification, demand based replenishment, and aging governance.
- Proven capability in WMS deployment and technology enablement across complex logistics environments.
- Strong distribution and transportation management skills including route optimization, carrier management, and last mile delivery.
- Advanced financial skills including budgeting, costing, scenario analysis, business case development, and P&L management.
- Strong process design and optimization capability, with ability to create, document, standardize, and continuously improve operational processes.
- Proficiency in supply chain analytics, operational KPI design, and performance reporting.
Leadership & Behavioral Competencies
- Transformation leader with proven ability to turn around underperforming operations and build sustainable performance cultures.
- Strong change management capability with ability to motivate, align, and drive adoption across diverse operational teams.
- Exceptional customer management orientation with ability to forge strong relationships, manage expectations, and deliver on commitments.
- Resilient, composed, and effective under pressure, including experience operating in demanding or austere environments.
- Self starter with a proactive, resourceful, and solutions oriented approach.
- Strong presentation and communication skills, with ability to create and deliver executive level operational and financial presentations.
- Analytical mindset with discipline to translate data into actionable operational decisions.
- Personable and collaborative, with ability to build trust and credibility across internal teams, customers, and stakeholders.
Language Requirements
- English fluency is mandatory (spoken and written).
- Arabic language capability is a strong advantage.
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