Operations manager Jobs in Jeddah

Join DHL Global Forwarding as an OFR Operations Manager!
Be part of a global leader in logistics and express shipping, operating in over 220 countries. At DHL, we believe in connecting people and improving lives through our extensive network and innovative solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop OFR Ops/CS strategy in line with business goals and corporate guidelines.
• Manage ocean freight forwarding plans and budgets, ensuring productivity targets are met.
• Oversee RFQ development and engage with suppliers to secure competitive rates.
• Maintain strong business relationships with customers through regular visits and communication.
• Identify performance issues and propose effective solutions for continuous improvement.

Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree
- Over 6 years of related experience

Why Join Us?
We offer opportunities for career development, competitive salaries, and the chance to contribute to our mission of excellence. Join us in shaping the future of logistics!

Join Hilton as a People Operations Manager! We are excited to announce the upcoming opening of Hampton by Hilton Jeddah Souq7. We are in search of a dedicated individual to be part of our Core Management Team, specifically for the role of People Operations Manager. This position is exclusive to Saudi Nationals as part of our Localization Regulations.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily HR operations including recruitment, training, compensation, benefits, labor relations, and compliance with corporate policies and regulations.
• Foster team member engagement through recognition programs and special events.
• Manage HR systems, ensuring compliance and generating reports.
• Lead and develop the HR team by providing training and performance evaluations.

Key Responsibilities for Pre-Opening:

• Project Management: Oversee timelines and resources, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Strategic Planning: Develop pre-opening plans and establish operational workflows.
• Operational Readiness: Ensure all departments are prepared for opening.
• Financial Management: Control pre-opening budgets and negotiate vendor contracts.

Why Work at Hilton?
Hilton is a global hospitality leader known for exceptional guest experiences. We are dedicated to providing a positive work environment for our team members. Experience the warmth of hospitality and join a company recognized as one of the Best Workplaces by Forbes.

Join Our Team as an Operations Manager!
At Umrahme, we are dedicated to revolutionizing the travel industry with our personalized Umrah pilgrimage packages. We are on the lookout for a dynamic Operations Manager to lead our operations team and ensure high-quality services in our Online B2B Hotel Booking Portal and ground services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Team Leadership & Support: Lead, coach, and supervise a team of operations executives to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and excellent customer service.
• Ground Operations Management: Oversee ground handling services, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and delivering exceptional service.
• Booking & Fulfilment Oversight: Supervise the end-to-end booking process, handling escalated client requirements and ensuring adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Supplier & Client Relationship Management: Foster strong relationships with suppliers and resolve disputes efficiently.
• Collaboration & Reporting: Work with various teams to align operational requirements and provide regular performance reports.
• Quality & Process Improvement: Conduct quality checks, identify issues, and implement process improvements.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in tourism, hospitality, or a related field.
• 10 years of experience in operations within travel or related industries, including at least 2 years in a managerial role.
• Strong experience in booking and ground operations.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Embark on a meaningful journey with us at Umrahme and contribute to providing unforgettable experiences for our clients!

Join WJ Groundwater (Middle East) as an Operations Manager in our Pumping Division! We are seeking a dedicated and experienced professional to lead and deliver large-scale pumping operations, including district cooling flushing, pipeline flooding, hydrotesting, and high-volume water transfer for oil & gas and unconventional projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead operational planning and execution for multiple concurrent projects.
• Ensure HSE compliance and cost control across all operations.
• Coordinate with clients to meet their project requirements effectively.

Required Skills & Competencies:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• 10–15+ years of experience in pumping, dewatering, water transfer, or pipeline operations.
• Proven leadership in district cooling flushing, pipeline flooding & hydrotesting, and oil & gas water transfer projects.
• Strong experience in the Saudi Arabia / Middle East markets.
• Solid understanding of pumping systems, pipelines, flow control, and pressure testing.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience supporting unconventional oil & gas / fracking projects.
• Prior operations management role with P&L or cost accountability.
• Strong client-facing and coordination skills.

Located anywhere in Saudi Arabia.

Join Gathering Coffee & Social Space as an Operations Manager!

We are seeking a highly experienced Operations & Quality Manager to lead our café operations, ensuring consistent quality, service excellence, and operational efficiency across all branches.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily café operations across all locations.
• Develop and implement operational standards, SOPs, and workflows for café operations.
• Ensure product quality and compliance with food safety and hygiene standards.
• Monitor KPIs including sales performance and customer satisfaction.
• Conduct regular quality audits and performance evaluations.
• Identify operational gaps and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment.
• Manage staff performance and training.
• Ensure compliance with health and food regulations.
• Support new store openings and operational scalability.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Hospitality Management, or related field preferred.
• Proven experience in operations and quality management within cafés or the F&B industry.
• Hands-on experience as a Barista or Head Barista is required.
• Strong knowledge of coffee, brewing methods, and equipment.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple locations.

About the Job
As an Operations Manager at Emdad By Elm, you will be responsible for directly supervising branches within the sub-municipalities, monitoring performance, and addressing operational challenges to achieve the project's objectives. You will play a key role in coordinating and supporting inspection campaigns.

Key Responsibilities:

• Direct supervision of branches in the sub-municipalities.
• Ensure the presence of inspectors and their compliance with general policies before beginning field inspections.
• Convey administrative directives related to inspection operations to inspectors.
• Monitor the observations noted by inspectors and guide them to prevent recurrence.
• Ensure the daily tasks of inspectors are completed based on the visitation plan.
• Directly supervise the implementation of inspection campaigns.
• Respond to inquiries from establishment owners and guide them on procedures within the branch's scope.
• Provide periodic studies regarding building conditions within the geographical scope.
• Hold regular meetings with inspectors and develop corrective plans for risks and challenges related to inspections within the branch.
• Motivate employees to perform well and foster a competitive spirit.

Required Qualifications:

• Experience in dealing with employees.
• Thorough knowledge of regulations and policies of the municipality.
• Ability to handle electronic devices and their accessories.
• High communication skills with both employees and establishment owners.
• Meeting management skills.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Civil Engineering, Architecture, Surveying, or related fields.

Executive Vacancy – Operations Manager
Join a leading engineering consultancy firm as an Operations Manager, where you will oversee and optimize core business operations. This is a senior executive role that demands proven leadership within engineering consultancy environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage all operational functions of the engineering consultancy.
• Oversee engineering workflows, project coordination, and resource utilization.
• Establish and monitor operational KPIs, policies, and procedures.
• Ensure effective coordination between engineering disciplines, finance, HR, and business development.
• Support executive management in strategic planning and decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with contracts, local regulations, and professional standards.
• Drive operational excellence, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

Mandatory Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Master’s degree is a strong advantage).
• Minimum 10–15 years of experience within engineering consultancy firms.
• Proven experience in managing multi-disciplinary engineering teams.
• Strong understanding of engineering operations, project lifecycles, and consultancy business models.
• Demonstrated leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Experience working in Saudi Arabia or the GCC is highly preferred.

What We Offer:

• Senior leadership role within a well-established engineering consultancy.
• Competitive executive-level compensation package.
• Direct involvement in strategic growth and high-profile projects.
• Professional, stable, and performance-driven work environment.

About the Role
ALS is seeking an experienced Minerals Operations Manager to lead the performance of our geochemistry laboratory in Saudi Arabia. This role plays a critical part in ensuring operational excellence, safety, efficiency, and the highest level of service delivery to our clients in the mining and exploration industry.

The day-to-day
- Develop, implement, and monitor safety procedures in collaboration with ALS Health & Safety teams to ensure a safe work environment.
- Conduct daily operational meetings to align on job priorities and client deliverables.
- Review and optimise laboratory operations to enhance productivity, turnaround time, and client satisfaction.
- Supervise analysts and oversee job scheduling, task completion, and adherence to priorities set by the General Manager.
- Monitor and maintain systems for tracking equipment usage, consumables, and job progress.
- Ensure compliance with ISO/IEC 17025 quality standards and maintain accurate records of all jobs and data.
- Collaborate with the Laboratory Manager on staff training, technical development, and resource allocation.
- Lead internal audits and troubleshooting, and implement continuous improvements in method development and laboratory practices.
- Provide coaching and mentorship to staff, fostering a high-performance culture with a focus on safety, accuracy, and customer service.
- Liaise with external vendors and internal stakeholders to maintain equipment, IT systems, consumables, and facilities.
- Support administrative functions, including leave scheduling, staff rosters, performance reviews, and petty cash management.

What We’re Looking For:
- Degree in Chemistry or a related scientific discipline (preferred).
- Minimum 8 years of experience in a senior laboratory management role (*, Laboratory Manager, Operations Manager, Production Manager) within a minerals testing environment.
- Strong technical expertise in geochemical laboratory instruments and methods, including ICP-AES, XRF, Auto fluxing, TGA, Carbon Analyzers, and Fire Assay.
- Proven ability to lead teams, manage operations, and deliver on KPIs.
- Excellent knowledge of ISO/IEC 17025 and internal audit procedures.
- Experience in Profit & Loss (P&L) management within the lab operation.
- Experience in identifying and pursuing new business opportunities while supporting sales and marketing initiatives.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
- Customer-focused mindset with exceptional communication and organizational skills.
- Experience in laboratory set-up, method development, and process improvement initiatives.

Working at ALS
Our people drive our success at ALS. We are a diverse and dedicated community united by our passion to make a difference in the world. We reward excellence and uphold our values in our work and how we treat each other. At ALS, you’ll be supported to expand your skills and develop new ones so you can reach your full potential. We invest in our people with a range of programs and provide opportunities across the company, giving our people scope to grow diverse careers and develop as leaders. We want everyone to have a safe, flexible, and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet, and the communities where we work.

About ALS
ALS is a global leader in scientific testing, providing comprehensive testing solutions to clients in more than 60 countries across a wide range of industries, including environment, food and beverage, mining, personal care, pharmaceutical, healthcare and equipment reliability. Using state-of-the-art technologies and innovative methodologies, our dedicated international teams deliver the highest-quality testing services and personalised solutions supported by local expertise. We help our clients leverage the power of data-driven insights for a safer and healthier world.

Everyone matters
ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are both recognised and valued.