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Head of Expediting & Logistics

Head of Expediting & Logistics

Qatar Energy LNGDoha, Doha, Qatar
30+ days ago
Job description

Job Purpose

  • Oversee and direct the strategic management of material Purchase Orders (POs), ensuring timely availability of critical materials for high-complexity LNG production and offshore operations, while driving advanced digitalization and data-driven optimization to enhance logistics efficiency, mitigate global supply chain disruptions, and ensure adherence to Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and service level requirements. Lead compliance with international trade laws and government regulations for inbound materials and freight forwarding, and spearhead initiatives to integrate sustainable practices and innovative technologies to future-proof the supply chain.

Key Job Accountabilities - I

  • Design and execute a high-impact expediting and logistics strategy aligned with corporate objectives to ensure a risk-resilient supply chain for high-complexity LNG production and offshore operations.
  • Lead international supplier performance governance, overseeing KPI adherence, contract compliance, and contingency planning for key vendors in North America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.
  • Develop and manage a corporate-wide Supply Chain Control Tower for real-time global visibility into freight movements, vendor performance, risk exposure, and compliance monitoring.
  • Steward high-stakes negotiations with port authorities, customs regulators, and government bodies to ensure seamless cross-border logistics while maintaining regulatory compliance. Establish and enforce vendor Service Level Agreements (SLAs) for time-critical deliveries, integrating AI-based contract compliance and penalty enforcement mechanisms for delays.
  • Oversee the logistics of ultra-heavy and specialized cargo movements, requiring custom chartering, route surveys, and regulatory approvals for high-value, oversized LNG equipment.
  • Key Job Accountabilities - II

  • Spearhead a fully digital expediting framework, automating routine expediting functions, integrating machine learning for intelligent prioritization, and leveraging robotic process automation (RPA) to optimize workflows.
  • Manage organization-wide cost-saving initiatives, negotiating preferential logistics rates through volume-based contracts, long-term strategic freight alliances, and supplier collaboration programs.
  • Lead a high-performance logistics and expediting workforce, embedding a culture of continuous improvement, operational excellence, and leadership development within the department.
  • Establish and maintain up-to date knowledge of applicable local and international laws, regulations, customs requirements, and authority guidelines to ensure full compliance and seamless operation.
  • Lead sustainability initiatives within the logistics function, focusing on reducing carbon emissions, optimizing fuel efficiency, and implementing green logistics practices. Develop and implement advanced risk management frameworks to proactively identify and mitigate potential supply chain disruptions.
  • Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, Supply Chain Management, Commercial discipline or equivalent.
  • Knowledge and / or Experience - I

  • 10 years' direct experience oil and gas industry with purchasing / procurement experience including 3 years' supervisory experience.
  • Knowledge of government relations and industry best practices.
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