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Gianfrancesco Melpignano

Riyadh,Saudi Arabia

Summary

Seasoned professional in logistics management, offering focused approach to streamline operations, enhance productivity and boost profitability. Possess unique skills in strategic planning, team leadership and risk mitigation. Committed to driving business success by implementing efficient supply chain strategies and maintaining cost-effective inventory management.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Logistics Manager

Bechtel
Riyadh, KSA
2025.08 - Current

KING SALMAN INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

New Terminals Construction

Sr. Logistics Manager

WSP
Riyadh
2023.02 - 2025.07
  • King Salman Park Project
  • Worked within the Project Management and Construction Management (PMCM) team, coordinating the logistics of 9 Construction Packages
  • Developed and managed the project's logistics and security strategy
  • Reviewed supplier proposals
  • Managed logistics meetings
  • Supervised logistics operations
  • Coordinated with stakeholders
  • Overhauled outdated logistics processes, modernisation achieved.
  • Analysed logistical problems and developed new solutions, resulting in increased efficiency and reduced costs.
  • Conducted regular audits of all logistic functions for quality assurance.
  • Coordinated logistics operations according to stakeholder, supplier and client needs.
  • Advised on transport types, routes and schedules to improve operational efficiency.
  • Generated different reports for performance review and analysis.
  • Ensured timely deliveries through effective route planning and scheduling.

Base Logistics Manager

Saipem
Saudi Arabia
2021.03 - 2023.01
  • Offshore Projects Saudi Aramco
  • Managed port terminal operations
  • Supervised terminal budget
  • Managed vessels, tugs, and barges
  • Responsible for safety and health
  • Strategic and operational planning
  • Company representative on external committees
  • Managed shipping and inventory
  • Supervised company assets

Port and Base Sr. Logistics Manager

Intels Services
Nigeria
2017.12 - 2021.01
  • Ports of Onne and Warri
  • Similar responsibilities as the previous role in Saipem

Director Logistics

SICIM
Turkey
2017.03 - 2017.11
  • Trans Anatolian Natural Gas Pipeline (TANAP) Project
  • Responsible for the mechanical workshop
  • Managed the logistics supply chain
  • Planned and monitored deliveries
  • Supervised logistics, warehouse, and transportation

Senior Logistics Manager

SICIM
Kazakhstan
2016.10 - 2017.03
  • CaTro Tengiz Chevron Project
  • Similar responsibilities as the previous role in SICIM, Turkey

Logistics Manager

Marubeni
Kazakhstan
2016.01 - 2016.10
  • Refinery Modernization Project, Phase 3
  • Managed the logistics supply chain
  • Planned and monitored deliveries
  • Supervised logistics, warehouse, and transportation

Senior Logistics Manager

ENI
Kazakhstan
2013.07 - 2016.01
  • KPO - Karachaganak Petroleum Operating bv
  • Material planning and inventory management
  • Supervised logistics operations (sea freight and inland transportation)
  • Coordinated with customs agents
  • Managed import and export operations
  • Inventory development and optimization

Port & Base Logistics Manager

ENI
Ghana
2011.11 - 2013.07
  • Sankofa-Gye Nyame Offshore Project
  • Managed port terminal operations
  • Managed supply vessel operations
  • Responsible for safety and health
  • Strategic and operational planning

Construction Tankage Manager

Saipem
Saudi Arabia
2010.02 - 2011.10
  • Manifah Arabian Heavy Crude Project
  • Managed the construction of 12 oil storage tanks
  • Planned and directed construction activities
  • Supported project and construction management
  • Coordinated with the owner's representative

Field Engineering Manager

Saipem
Angola
2007.08 - 2010.01
  • Bechtel Project Angola LNG
  • Prepared the field engineering execution plan
  • Managed on-site engineering activities
  • Analyzed the feasibility of construction work

Construction Manager

EDIFER
Angola
2005.01 - 2007.07
  • SONANGOL Facilities Projects
  • Supervised and directed construction projects
  • Reviewed the project to plan deliveries and estimate costs

Director Logistics

OPCA
Angola
2003.11 - 2005.01
  • SONANGOL Facilities Projects
  • Similar responsibilities as the previous role in SICIM, Turkey

QA/QC Manager

DENSO Group
Portugal
1993.01 - 2003.11
  • Automotive sector
  • Quality process and control management
  • Coordinated after-sales logistics

Deputy Construction Manager

Mattioli SpA
Italy
1990.01 - 1992.12
  • Construction of 12 residential buildings
  • Supported the Construction Manager in coordinating site activities
  • Responsible for site logistics

Education

Master of Engineering - Civil Engineering (Transport & Logistics)

University of Padova
Italy
1985.09 - 1992.11

Skills

  • Advanced excel proficiency
  • Routing and scheduling understanding
  • Multimodal transportation
  • Quality Control
  • Cost Accounting
  • Global logistics
  • Quality assurance techniques
  • Supply chain coordination
  • Traffic coordination
  • Strategic capacity planning
  • Data analysis
  • Decision making

Languages

English
Proficient (C2)
Italian
Proficient (C2)
Portuguese
Proficient (C2)
French
Intermediate
Spanish
Elementary

Affiliations

  • sports

Timeline

Logistics Manager

Bechtel
2025.08 - Current

Sr. Logistics Manager

WSP
2023.02 - 2025.07

Base Logistics Manager

Saipem
2021.03 - 2023.01

Port and Base Sr. Logistics Manager

Intels Services
2017.12 - 2021.01

Director Logistics

SICIM
2017.03 - 2017.11

Senior Logistics Manager

SICIM
2016.10 - 2017.03

Logistics Manager

Marubeni
2016.01 - 2016.10

Senior Logistics Manager

ENI
2013.07 - 2016.01

Port & Base Logistics Manager

ENI
2011.11 - 2013.07

Construction Tankage Manager

Saipem
2010.02 - 2011.10

Field Engineering Manager

Saipem
2007.08 - 2010.01

Construction Manager

EDIFER
2005.01 - 2007.07

Director Logistics

OPCA
2003.11 - 2005.01

QA/QC Manager

DENSO Group
1993.01 - 2003.11

Deputy Construction Manager

Mattioli SpA
1990.01 - 1992.12

Master of Engineering - Civil Engineering (Transport & Logistics)

University of Padova
1985.09 - 1992.11
Gianfrancesco Melpignano