Fleet Acquisition and Performance Leader

Job description

About the employer the employer is a prominent Saudi digital logistics platform, owned by Elm, focused on transforming transportation management across various industries. The platform connects shippers, carriers and logistics partners within a unified ecosystem to enhance visibility, efficiency and automation. the employer facilitates seamless shipment execution, financial integration and real-time tracking, with the aim of redefining the future of logistics services in the Kingdom and beyond. Fleet Acquisition and Performance Leadership Role The Fleet Acquisition and Performance Lead is responsible for managing and improving the managed fleet and transportation partners to ensure adequate capacity, cost efficiency and operational reliability. This full-time position, based in Riyadh, includes key functions such as fleet acquisition, qualification, retention, pricing, capacity planning, supplier coordination, and payment follow-up. The role requires close collaboration with the supply and dispatch teams to ensure logistics operations are carried out on time. Key Responsibilities Manage fleet capacity to meet operational demand and fulfillment requirements. Ensure availability of vehicles and transportation partners for daily operations. Monitor fleet performance and utilization to prevent capacity shortages or excesses. Support rating and rating of suppliers based on performance, reliability and reliability. Acquire and onboard new fleet suppliers and transportation partners. Manage fleet reactivation of inactive or underutilized suppliers. Maintain strong relationships to improve retention and long-term engagement with suppliers. Coordinate contracting and documentation processes with fleet suppliers. Support pricing discussions with fleet suppliers to ensure competitive pricing and monitor margins. Ester alignment Pricing strategies with sourcing and operations objectives. Coordinate closely with sourcing, dispatch and fulfillment teams to ensure smooth execution. Track fleet execution and ensure adherence to Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and operational timelines. Follow up on fleet supplier payments and resolve any payment issues. Ensure timely collection and submission of required documents, and coordinate electronic and hard copy submission processes. Qualifications and Requirements Minimum 5 years of experience in freight logistics, transportation, fleet management, supply sourcing, or market operations. Strong understanding of the Saudi Arabian freight market, including truck types, main lanes, market rates and capacity dynamics. An established transportation network is highly preferred. Proven ability to negotiate rates, payment terms and capacity commitments with transportation suppliers. Strong operational and commercial mindset with experience in managing implementation and supply chain performance and profitability. Data-driven approach, convenient performance management through dashboards and key performance indicators (KPIs). Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. WORK ENVIRONMENT This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Riyadh, within a dynamic logistics platform focused on innovation and efficiency in transportation management

Requirements

• · Strong operational and commercial mindset with experience in managing implementation and supply chain performance and profitability

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