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C-Suite & Executive · Job description

Managing Director

A Managing Director is responsible for key functions within their domain of expertise. In the GCC market, this role is actively hired across oman, saudi, uae with 6 recent postings.

GCC postings
6
Active markets
3
Typical experience
10+ years
Key responsibilities
  • 01Define and execute the Company’s GCC regional strategy in line with Board‑approved objectives.
  • 02Identify priority markets, sectors, and key accounts across the GCC.
  • 03Lead market entry, expansion, and diversification initiatives.
  • 04Build long‑term partnerships with clients, ports, authorities, contractors, and key stakeholders.
  • 05Own full P&L responsibility for the GCC region.
  • 06Drive revenue growth through new client acquisition and expansion of existing accounts.
  • 07Lead contract negotiations for major logistics, project cargo, and framework agreements.
  • 08Approve pricing strategies, commercial terms, and risk allocation for major deals.
  • 09Oversee tendering, bidding, and proposal processes for large and complex projects.
  • 10Ensure high‑quality execution of logistics operations, including:
  • 11Project cargo and heavy‑lift transportation
  • 12Multimodal logistics (sea, road)
Required qualifications
  • — Key Qualifications & Experience
  • — Strong experience in the GCC logistics market, including customs, ports, free zones, and regulatory frameworks.
  • — Proven track record in project logistics and heavy cargo, preferably in renewable energy, power, infrastructure, or industrial projects.
  • — Full P&L ownership experience and strong commercial acumen.
  • — Experience managing large, multicultural teams.
  • — Strong contract negotiation and stakeholder‑management skills.
  • — Excellent understanding of risk management, compliance, and corporate governance.
  • — Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Engineering, Business Administration, or
Preferred qualifications
  • — MBA or equivalent advanced degree is a strong advantage.
  • — Arabic is a strong advantage

Required skills

leadershipnegotiationcompliancearabicenglishrisk managementsafetyexcel

Tools & technologies

teamsexcelawserp

Hiring companies we see

  • SIHAMCO
  • Green Umbrella Recruitment
  • Reliance Consultancy LLC
  • HCP Automotive
  • InDebted

Hired across

  • oman
  • saudi
  • uae
FAQ

  • What does a Managing Director do in the GCC?

    A Managing Director in the GCC performs core duties related to leadership, negotiation, compliance, adapted to the regional business environment and regulatory framework.

  • What qualifications do I need to be a Managing Director?

    Typically a Bachelor's degree is required, with 10+ years of experience in the field.

  • What is the demand for Managing Director in the GCC?

    The role is actively hired across oman, saudi, uae, with consistent demand from both local and multinational employers.

  • What skills are needed for a Managing Director role?

    Key skills include leadership, negotiation, compliance, arabic, english, risk management, along with strong communication and teamwork abilities.

  • Do I need Arabic to work as a Managing Director in the GCC?

    Arabic language proficiency is often preferred but not always required. It depends on the employer, sector, and client-facing nature of the role.

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