Operations Manager📣 Job Ad

About The Company
Noatum Maritime Services, part of Abu Dhabi Ports Group, operates as local agents in ports, acting as the eyes and ears on the ground in over 799 ports across 144 countries. We offer a broad range of Port Services, Commercial Liner Services, Ship Services, and Specialized Services, supporting clients by connecting the dots through their value chain from load port to discharge port.

About The Role
Noatum Maritime Services Saudi Arabia is seeking a highly committed and experienced Operations Manager to lead, coordinate, and optimize our port agency operations across all Saudi locations. This is a key leadership role with strategic, operational, and commercial responsibilities, ensuring excellence in service delivery and the development of our local market presence in our services.

Business Operations Management
- Provide strategic leadership and management of port operations.
- Ensure consistent quality, efficiency, and compliance across all locations.
- Regularly visit each branch to support local teams and address on-site challenges.
- Develop and implement action plans to improve operational performance.
- Manage and coach local teams to foster talent and accountability.
- Act as the primary liaison for operational issues, ensuring fast resolution.
- Maintain oversight of KPIs, profitability, and cost control.

Business Development & Strategy
- Support commercial efforts and client retention, especially in the tramp and husbandry segments.
- Identify and seize new commercial opportunities.
- Build trust-based relationships with clients, suppliers, and stakeholders.

People Management Responsibilities
- Lead with empathy and integrity, maintaining a strong team spirit.
- Foster a positive work culture emphasizing teamwork and professionalism.

Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management
- Ensure operations comply with maritime regulations.
- Monitor risks related to port operations and develop contingency plans.

Reporting & Coordination
- Provide regular reports to Country Manager on performance and opportunities.
- Collaborate with teams to ensure seamless execution of strategies.

Minimum Requirements
- Proven experience (5–8 years) in maritime operations in port agency.
- Previous leadership experience managing multiple teams.
- Fluent in English and Arabic; other languages are a plus.
- Based or willing to relocate to Dammam area.
- Willingness to travel frequently.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Commercially oriented with a focus on sales and client retention.
- High proficiency in standard IT tools (Office 365, ERP systems).
- Strong understanding of port operations and maritime regulations.

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.

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As an integral part of our operations team, you will play a crucial role in driving the efficiency and effectiveness of our dark stores. This position entails leading day-to-day operations, ensuring performance tracking, and overseeing a team that is dedicated to maintaining our high standards of service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage operational indexing and performance tracking across multiple dark stores.
• Collaborate with stakeholders for successful store launches.
• Monitor operational metrics, including compliance, fulfillment times, and inventory accuracy.
• Maintain data integrity for dashboards used by leadership.
• Support root cause analysis for operational defects and coordinate timely updates.
• Identify trends in operational performance for continuous improvement.

Basic Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in performance metrics, process improvement, or lean techniques.
• 3+ years of employee management experience.
• Flexibility to work various shifts including weekends and holidays.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, operations, engineering, analytics, or a related field.

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