Join one of the world's most iconic automotive groups and take a pivotal role in enhancing the efficiency, reliability, and innovation of our Middle East supply chain. Volkswagen Group Middle East is seeking a dynamic, experienced Parts Logistics Manager to lead our regional Parts Distribution Centre and oversee end-to-end logistics operations within the Group Aftersales Division.
If you're passionate about operational excellence, cost optimization, and fostering strong partnerships with global and regional logistics providers, we'd love to hear from you.
Main Goals & Objectives
- Manage all logistics operational processes and service providers to ensure optimal service levels aligned with business needs and contractual agreements.
- Achieve all operational targets in a balanced and optimized manner.
- Lead, negotiate, and renew 3PL contracts across warehousing and logistics.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITY
- Oversee day-to-day operations of the VWGME Parts Distribution Centre and logistics partners in line with corporate policies and procedures.
- Manage operating budgets for warehouse and supply-chain providers.
- Lead all areas of parts & logistics including inventory control, logistics cost management, warehousing, customs, import/export processes, dealer support, and order optimization.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of best-practice logistics strategies, policies, and processes.
- Deliver solutions to complex logistics challenges while maintaining high quality and cost efficiency.
- Develop and monitor logistics KPIs in collaboration with VWAG and VWGME management.
- Liaise with internal stakeholders, suppliers, transport companies, and customers to optimize logistics performance.
- Provide expert consultation to management on technical and process-related topics.
- Initiate and execute cost-saving opportunities.
- Ensure warehouse service provider compliance with VWGME contractual agreements.
- Monitor warehouse budgets and operational costs.
- Lead logistics activities related to warehouse contract tendering.
- Maintain stock accuracy through rigorous control processes.
- Conduct operational meetings with warehouse partners.
- Manage inbound freight provider performance and adherence to VW AG contracts.
- Oversee inbound logistics budgets and costs.
- Review freight rates, negotiate improvements, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Support freight tender activities and escalate non-compliance to management when required.
- Work with VW AG to enhance inbound freight services for the region.
- Ensure transport service providers comply with contractual and regulatory requirements.
- Manage transport budgets, rate negotiations, and SOP development for VWGME dealers.
- Maintain deep knowledge of transport operations to support optimization.
- Lead operational meetings and jointly implement cost-saving initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with transportation laws, customs regulations, ISO 9001 requirements, and VWAG logistics standards.
- Communicate with VWAG and regional government authorities to maintain up-to-date operational guidance.
- Review dealer ordering behaviour and recommend efficiency improvements.
KEY COMPETENCIES & QUALIFICATIONS
For you to be successful in this role, you must possess below attributes:
- University degree in Inventory Management, Logistics, Supply Chain, or a related business discipline.
- 5 8 years of proven experience in logistics and supply chain management within the automotive industry.
- Strong end-to-end supply chain management capabilities from procurement to final delivery.
- Experience coordinating logistics for large-scale automotive movements across regional and global networks.
- Strong skills in logistics scheduling, cost analysis, optimization, and budget management.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
- Working knowledge of SAP and Material Replenishment Planning (MRP) systems.
- Data-driven decision-maker with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Clear and confident communicator with the ability to convey logistics strategies to stakeholders at all levels.
- Skilled in managing vendors, carriers, and cross-functional teams to ensure operational alignment.
- Ability to work under pressure while maintaining service quality and compliance.
- Fluency in English (written and verbal).
