Lenovo
Logistics Operations Team Leader ( Saudi National)
Riyadh, Saudi ArabiaPosted 3 weeks ago
- Salary
- AED 12k–18k a month· est.
- Job type
- Full time
- Level
- Lead
- Field
- Operations & Logistics
- Work mode
- On site
About the role
We are Lenovo. We do what we say. We own what we do. We WOW our customers. Lenovo is a US$83 billion revenue global technology powerhouse, ranked #153 in the Fortune Global 500, and serving millions of customers every day in 180 markets. Focused on a bold vision to deliver Smarter Technology for All, Lenovo has built on its success as the world’s largest PC company with a full-stack portfolio of AI-enabled, AI-ready, and AI-optimized devices (PCs, workstations, smartphones, tablets), infrastructure (server, storage, edge, high performance computing and software defined infrastructure), software, solutions, and services. Lenovo’s continued investment in world-changing innovation is building a more equitable, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. Lenovo is listed on the Hong Kong stock exchange under Lenovo Group Limited (HKSE: 992) (ADR: LNVGY). This transformation together with Lenovo’s world-changing innovation is building a more inclusive, trustworthy, and smarter future for everyone, everywhere. To find out more visit www.lenovo.com, and read about the latest news via our StoryHub. Please note: We are actively hiring for this position. However, due to the current regional situation in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, our hiring process may take longer than usual. We appreciate your patience and will keep you informed throughout the process. We are seeking a proactive and results-driven Logistics Team Leader to oversee our global inbound supply chain operations. In this role, you will hold global operational accountability while serving as the primary lead for our Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) site operations. You will manage carrier performance, drive service level agreements (SLAs), and work closely with internal procurement and cross-functional teams to ensure high-priority and urgent shipments are executed seamlessly. Responsibilities • Manage day-to-day global inbound freight movements, with a specific operational eye on KSA site shipments • Track carrier performance for both inbound and outbound (on-time delivery, transit times, acceptance rates) by developing and owning carrier BMS • Run regular check-ins with procurement and carriers to prioritize critical cargo, clear bottlenecks, and handle urgent freight • Collaborate closely with Global Procurement and Freight Forwarding partners to align operational capacity, review carrier SLAs, and support vendor reviews • Guide and support the inbound logistics team, ensuring standard procedures are followed and daily tasks are covered efficiently • Manage outbound carrier relationships to ensure seamless pickup execution—making sure trucks turn up on time and bookings are fulfilled • Continuously identify bottlenecks in the inbound pipeline and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) to enhance visibility and reduce transit delays. Requirements • Solid background in global freight operations, Supply Chain Logistics, or freight forwarding • Strong knowledge of global inbound processes, customs, and freight operations, with specific familiarity or experience handling KSA Supply Chain Logistics preferred • Experience running carrier reviews and managing performance using concrete metrics • Comfortable working with ERP systems like SAP, tracking tools, and reporting in Excel, Power BI • Proficient English language knowledge both spoken and written English What We Can Offer You • An international team with a high focus on gender diversity. • Employee Assistance Program for psychological, legal, and financial consultancy. • A company committed to sustainability through CO2 Offset, Asset Recovery Services, and Lenovo Certified Refurbished portfolio. • Access to training for personal development via our internal e-learning platform. • Mentorship program to support your career growth. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any federal, state, or local protected class.
Requirements
- Solid background in global freight operations, Supply Chain Logistics, or freight forwarding
- Strong knowledge of global inbound processes, customs, and freight operations, with specific familiarity or experience handling KSA Supply Chain Logistics preferred
- Experience running carrier reviews and managing performance using concrete metrics
- Comfortable working with ERP systems like SAP, tracking tools, and reporting in Excel, Power BI
- Proficient English language knowledge both spoken and written English
Responsibilities
- Manage day-to-day global inbound freight movements, with a specific operational eye on KSA site shipments
- Track carrier performance for both inbound and outbound (on-time delivery, transit times, acceptance rates) by developing and owning carrier BMS
- Run regular check-ins with procurement and carriers to prioritize critical cargo, clear bottlenecks, and handle urgent freight
- Collaborate closely with Global Procurement and Freight Forwarding partners to align operational capacity, review carrier SLAs, and support vendor reviews
- Guide and support the inbound logistics team, ensuring standard procedures are followed and daily tasks are covered efficiently
- Manage outbound carrier relationships to ensure seamless pickup execution—making sure trucks turn up on time and bookings are fulfilled
- Continuously identify bottlenecks in the inbound pipeline and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) to enhance visibility and reduce transit delays.
Skills
- global freight operations
- Supply Chain Logistics
- freight forwarding
- inbound logistics
- carrier performance management
- ERP systems (SAP)
- tracking tools
- Excel
- Power BI
- vendor reviews
- customs knowledge
- KSA supply chain logistics
- transit time optimization
- SLAs management
- procurement collaboration
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