Awadh Alqahtani
Dammam,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Accomplished professional with expertise in leadership and employee management, financial budgeting, and strategic planning. Demonstrates operational excellence and organisational skills, with proficiency in CRM software and supply chain management. Adept at business networking and communication, with a focus on supply chain optimisation to drive efficiency. Committed to leveraging skills for continued growth and success in dynamic environments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
General Manager Of International Road Services
NAQEL EXPRESS
Dammam, Eastern Province
01.2022 - 04.2026
- Enhanced operational performance and streamlined transit time and optimized clearance processes to support increased truck availability and improved service levels.
- Boosted sales team effectiveness to understand customers’ requirements capture increased market share
- Streamlined customer reporting processes to foster effective communication and improve client satisfaction.
- Facilitated implementation of cost control measures and analyzed expenses affecting profitability to reduce unnecessary spending.
- Contributed to expansion plans for GCC and Jordan by establishment and initiating operational activities.
Director of International Road Service
NAQEL EXPRESS
Dammam
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Assisted with mobilizations in Bahrain following license acquisition and managing business logistics inbound and outbound.
- Facilitated the increase of line haul networks for each country to meet GCC coverage and customer requirements.
- Collaborated with team to enhance stakeholder vision for expansion and improve business quality by refining IRS strategy.
Executive Manager of International Road Service
NAQEL EXPRSS
Dammam, Eastern Province
09.2019 - 01.2021
- Collaborated with UAE teams to enhance IRS operational workflows and sales strategies, concurrently spearheading launch of new domestic product line.
- Implemented new business procedures, including Line haul networks and trip scheduling to increase operational efficiency.
- Optimized business procedures by implementing line halls and trip scheduling to enhance operational efficiency
- Coordinated with legal and relevant departments to initiate expansion processes and obtain government approvals in GCC.
Aramco project
NAQEL EXPRESS
Dammam, Eastern Province
01.2018 - 09.2019
- Executed mobilizations for martial handling on Aramco and Naqel projects to ensure operational standards were followed.
- Collaborated with support departments to prepare fleet and manpower readiness for operations.
- Assisted in initiating operations in southern areas including Abqaiq, Shedgum, Othmaniah, Shaybah, and Hofouf hub.
- Presented performance updates to Aramco team to support area-specific improvements.
- Adhered to safety protocols in alignment with Aramco standards.
Operation SUP Station Manager
NAQEL EXPRESS
Dammam, Eastern Province
04.2017 - 01.2018
- Reviewed SOPs to enhance operational performance.
- Assisted in reducing transit time from substations to hubs for same-day connecting shipments.
- Collaborated to improve terminal operations.
Assistant Facility Manager
NAQEL EXPRESS
Kingdom Saudi Ariba
07.2015 - 04.2017
- Optimized Naqel terminals to support execution of top management's strategic vision.
- Engaged with stakeholders to implement design for each area, ensuring compliance with organizational standards and obtaining approvals from Modon/GACA /Saudi ports authorities and King Abdullah economic city.
- Delivered effective communication with consulting offices and contractors, resulting in streamlined project processes. Enhanced departmental collaboration, supporting finance, purchases, operations, and IT, which led to successful project execution. Achieved project milestones by monitoring work progress and ensuring adherence to established timelines.
- Collaborated with management to ensure alignment on work progress and secure approvals for change orders.
- Facilitated handover of nine terminals to enable relevant departments to initiate operational activities during this period.
Operation Engineer
NAQEL EXPRESS
Dammam, Eastern Province
02.2013 - 07.2015
- Conducted training with staff members for better understanding of operation procedures.
- ·Coordinated efforts with drivers to streamline delivery operations and enhance overall efficiency.
- Delivered quality service through persistent attention to detail and follow-ups.
- Performed detailed risk assessments minimized damage during handling at work.
Production Engineer
Al-Qahtani Pipe Coating Industries
Dammam, Eastern Province
02.2012 - 07.2015
- Work operation in plant for all production line
- Do some test with quality control for final product
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Industrial Engineer
King Saud University
Riyadh, Riyadh Region 08.2005 - 12.2012
Skills
- Leadership & employee management
- Financial budgeting
- Strategic & planning
- Operational excellence & organization
- CRM software literacy
- Supply chain management
- Business networking
- Communication proficiency
- Supply chain optimization
Certification
Dangerous Good Regulations by IATA
Sales Management
International certificate in logistic and transportation
Finance for non Finance manger
Leadership Training
Languages
English
Languages
5
Timeline
General Manager Of International Road Services
NAQEL EXPRESS
01.2022 - 04.2026
Director of International Road Service
NAQEL EXPRESS
01.2021 - 01.2022
Executive Manager of International Road Service
NAQEL EXPRSS
09.2019 - 01.2021
Aramco project
NAQEL EXPRESS
01.2018 - 09.2019
Operation SUP Station Manager
NAQEL EXPRESS
04.2017 - 01.2018
Assistant Facility Manager
NAQEL EXPRESS
07.2015 - 04.2017
Operation Engineer
NAQEL EXPRESS
02.2013 - 07.2015
Production Engineer
Al-Qahtani Pipe Coating Industries
02.2012 - 07.2015
Bachelor of Engineering - Industrial Engineer
King Saud University
08.2005 - 12.2012