General Manager – Contract Logistics (Dubai)

Job Overview

Job Description

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eMagine Solutions has been retained by a leading regional logistics provider to identify an experienced General Manager to lead their Contract Logistics business across the UAE. This is a senior leadership role with full P&L responsibility, driving growth, operational excellence and customer satisfaction across multi-site warehousing and distribution operations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Own and manage the Contract Logistics P&L for the UAE, delivering revenue growth, profitability and cost optimisation targets
  • Lead multi-site warehousing, distribution and value-added services operations (FMCG, retail, e-commerce, industrial, etc.)
  • Develop and execute the contract logistics strategy in alignment with group objectives
  • Drive continuous improvement, automation and best-in‑class operational standards (KPIs, SLAs, safety, quality)
  • Build and maintain senior‑level relationships with key customers and prospects
  • Lead large, diverse teams including operations, engineering, customer service and support functions
  • Oversee solution design, implementation and start‑up of new contracts and facilities
  • Ensure compliance with HSE, regulatory and quality standards across all sites
  • Partner with commercial teams on bids, pricing and solution proposals for strategic customers

Skills

Candidate Profile

  • 12–18+ years’ experience in logistics and supply chain, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role in Contract Logistics
  • Proven track record managing multi-site warehousing and distribution operations in the GCC (UAE experience strongly preferred)
  • Strong P&L ownership, commercial acumen and experience in developing and executing growth strategies
  • Deep understanding of warehouse design, automation, WMS/TMS and operational excellence methodologies
  • Experience working with blue‑chip customers in FMCG, retail, e-commerce or industrial sectors
  • Strong leadership, stakeholder management and change management skills
  • Excellent communication skills in English; Arabic is an advantage
  • Based in or willing to relocate to Dubai

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2026-01-12 11:05:12