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Saifeddin Zgueb

Saifeddin Zgueb

Jeddah,Saudi Arabia

Summary

Experienced professional specialising in logistics management and team leadership. Capable of optimising supply chain processes and ensuring timely deliveries through strategic planning and coordination. Skilled in fostering collaboration and streamlining operations to enhance efficiency and productivity.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work history

LOGISTICS SUPERVISOR

Saudi Motorsport Company
Jeddah
03.2022 - Current
  • Oversaw daily logistics operations to enforce best practices and ensure efficiency.
  • Coordinated logistics operations in alignment with stakeholder, supplier, and client needs.
  • Managed customs clearance procedures, mitigating delays in international shipments.
  • Coordinated with procurement teams to ensure seamless supply chain operations.
  • Coordinated with international partners for a streamlined shipping process.
  • Handled crisis situations effectively, minimizing disruptions in deliveries.
  • Resolved complex logistical issues promptly to prevent delays.
  • Maintained compliance with transportation regulations, ensuring safety standards were met at all times.
  • Maintained safety standards across all logistical processes, significantly reducing workplace accidents.
  • Oversaw planning and execution of logistics for multiple global events, ensuring all requirements were met.
  • Led ground logistics operations for events, managing a dedicated team for seamless execution.
  • Coordinated cargo schedules and operations for sporting events, ensuring timely implementation.
  • Reviewed customs clearance documents to ensure compliance with IP Sport Standards.
  • Developed and maintained a master cargo delivery schedule with milestones and daily cargo reports.
  • Prepared post-event reports, reviewing data and ensuring all logistical goals were achieved.
  • Reviewed and updated cargo policies and procedures to enhance efficiency and performance.
  • Coordinated shipping schedules to ensure on-time delivery of products.
  • Planned optimal shipment routes considering cost, transit time, and security.
  • Monitored door-to-door shipments to confirm timely and accurate delivery.
  • Tracked freight movements using software and satellite technology to trace delays.
  • Verified cargo contents against transport documentation.
  • Followed correct customs clearance procedures for exporting and importing goods.
  • Managed door-to-door logistics for SMC shipments, ensuring smooth transportation and delivery.
  • Issued and revised RFPs for suppliers, reviewed technical and financial proposals, and negotiated best terms.
  • Supported procurement with financial evaluations and managed supplier relationships.
  • Ensured preparation, review, and approval of BOQs and PRs in alignment with approved budgets.
  • Coordinated with procurement to estimate cargo requirements and conducted evaluations for leadership.
  • Negotiated contracts and rates with carriers and suppliers to reduce logistics costs and meet project budgets.
  • Implemented cost-saving measures and compared carrier terms to determine the most cost-effective services.
  • Conducted regular audits of warehouse stock to ensure accurate record keeping.
  • Processed all export requests from clients or line managers.
  • Revised and approved bills of lading, invoices, and shipping documents for shipments.
  • Analyzed key performance indicators to identify areas for improvement in logistics processes.
  • Monitored logistical expenses to maintain low operating costs.
  • Monitored cargo operations, provided regular updates, and identified areas for improvement.
  • Led and managed projects to support logistics efforts and strategic plans.
  • Educated teams on best practices to improve logistics operations and performance.
  • Liaised with customers and internal departments to plan timely transportation of goods.
  • Cultivated relationships with freight forwarders to ensure timely deliveries.
  • Advised on transport types, routes, and schedules to improve operational efficiency.
  • Assisted with pricing, quotations, and negotiations of freight movements.
  • Ensured seamless coordination with customs authorities for shipment clearance.


PROJECTS:


SAUDI ARABIA GRAND PRIX 2022

SAUDI ARABIA GRAND PRIX 2023

SAUDI ARABIA GRAND PRIX 2024

SAUDI ARABIA GRAND PRIX 2025

- Freight forwarding & Logistics operations

- Helipad setup & maintenance

- Freight forwarding & Logistics operations


RED BULL DRIFT 2022

- Freight forwarding & Logistics operations


FERRARI FESTIVAL 2023

- Freight forwarding & Logistics operations


RALLY DAKAR 2023

RALLY DAKAR 2024

RALLY DAKAR 2025

- Freight forwarding & Logistics operations

- Modified 4x4

- Helicopters & Airplanes


GT FANATEC 2024

- Freight forwarding & Logistics operations

- Marshals vehicles

- Marshals buses


MERC (Rally Saudi Arabia) 2025

- Freight forwarding & Logistics operations

LOGISTICS MANAGER

JAMJOOM LOGISTICS
Jeddah
03.2017 - 03.2022
  • Follow-up daily shipments & loading with company, shipping lines & truck drivers.
  • Preparing Cotations for costumers.
  • Arrange booking with shipping lines.
  • Prepare all required custom's documents for clearance.
  • Follow-up costums clearance operations with brokers.
  • Inform finance department with shipment's customs duty/VAT to arrange the payment.
  • Make daily shipment's report to the client & tracking shipments to final destination.
  • Prepare freight, transportation & clearance bills to the client with all details.
  • Follow up the operation team by receiving shipment's reports.
  • Make a weekly report to CEO.
  • Planned logistics routes to optimise fuel consumption.
  • Coordinated closely with sales department, aligning logistics strategies with sales forecasts.
  • Implemented cost-saving measures by negotiating with suppliers.
  • Led team meetings to communicate logistics objectives clearly and effectively.
  • Maintained compliance with transportation regulations, ensuring safety standards were met at all times.
  • Improved customer satisfaction for repeat business through strategic planning of delivery times and routes.
  • Developed contingency plans to minimise disruption during unexpected events.
  • Coordinated transport schedules for improved delivery efficiency.
  • Negotiated rates with transport providers to achieve project budgets.
  • Oversaw contract negotiations with external providers, securing transport for goods and equipment.
  • Adjusted pick-up and delivery schedules with changing consignment volumes.

LOGISTICS OPERATIONS MANAGER

JAMJOOM LOGISTICS
Jeddah
03.2015 - 01.2017
  • Coordinate import and export of heavy-duty shipments via sea and land.
  • Lead the operations team in managing import and export shipments across air, sea, and land (including containers, general cargo, and LCL).
  • Follow up with truck drivers for loading and discharge operations from the company’s site to the terminal and vice versa.
  • Personally supervise loading and discharge activities at the company’s site and terminals.
  • Prepare all customs documentation for clearance of both import and export shipments.
  • Supervise the documentation department and ensure accuracy and completeness of all shipment-related documents.
  • Oversee daily activities of customs brokers and monitor their expenses during the clearance process.
  • Provide customer service support and collaborate with clients to resolve issues related to clearance, transportation, or financial matters.
  • Negotiate contracts with suppliers to ensure cost-effective procurement of resources.
  • Handle negotiations with external vendors and service agencies to meet operational needs.
  • Develop and negotiate pricing contracts with shipping lines to optimize shipping costs and service levels.
  • Conduct sales and marketing activities targeting companies and international trade fairs to expand business opportunities.
  • Direct the implementation of safety protocols to ensure a secure and compliant workplace.
  • Oversee facility maintenance and allocate resources to maintain operational standards.
  • Coordinate import & export heavy-duty shipments (sea & land).
  • Prepare all customs documents for clearance for both import & export shipments.
  • Follow-up truck's drivers for loading & discharge from company's site to the terminal or reverse.

End of study project

PARNIN, CATERPILLAR
TUNISIA
01.2014 - 01.2014
  • Improvements of the rental service for CATERPILLAR machines from the PARENIN company.
  • Project Rating: Excellent

Internship

PARNIN, CATERPILLAR
TUNISIA
01.2013
  • Participate in finding solutions to problems encountered within the company through innovative solutions.

Internship

Civil aviation and airports office
TUNISIA
01.2013
  • Observe and participate in Air traffic control operations in the regional control tower.

Education

Diagnosis and maintenance - logistics and transportation

Higher Institute of Transport and Logistics
Tunisia
09.2011 - 06.2014

High School Diploma - technical sciences

Technical Hight school,
tunisia
09.2008 - 06.2011

Skills

  • Strategic planning capability
  • Route planning expertise
  • Logistical data analysis
  • Fleet maintenance oversight
  • Lean warehouse principles
  • Logistics planning
  • GPS navigation proficiency
  • Traffic coordination
  • Supply chain coordination
  • Freight forwarding
  • Import and export operations
  • Financial reporting
  • Team Leadership
  • Building cost estimates
  • Fleet management
  • Computer hardware & software
  • Microsoft office package
  • Turbo Pascal
  • Matlab
  • Conflict resolution
  • Problem-solving
  • Adaptability
  • VAT and tax understanding
  • Customs declaration procedure
  • Commercial invoice preparation
  • Letters of credit familiarity
  • International shipping
  • Export documentation knowledge
  • Incoterms understanding
  • Multilingual capabilities
  • Export control laws
  • Bill of lading creation
  • Shipping procedures
  • Multimodal transport knowledge
  • Understanding of hs codes
  • Sea freight operations
  • Shipping schedules interpretation
  • Freight rate calculation
  • Customs regulations understanding
  • Carrier selection process
  • Container loading techniques
  • Maritime law understanding
  • Invoicing
  • Insurance arrangements
  • Logistics management
  • Import and export regulations

Languages

Arabic
Native
English
Fluent
French
Fluent

Hobbies

  • Handball team Player, Manzel Temime club (USTé),
  • Young Science Club, Member
  • Taekwondo, Player, Red belt

Personal Information

  • Date of birth: 08/17/91
  • Nationality: Tunisian

Timeline

LOGISTICS SUPERVISOR

Saudi Motorsport Company
03.2022 - Current

LOGISTICS MANAGER

JAMJOOM LOGISTICS
03.2017 - 03.2022

LOGISTICS OPERATIONS MANAGER

JAMJOOM LOGISTICS
03.2015 - 01.2017

End of study project

PARNIN, CATERPILLAR
01.2014 - 01.2014

Internship

PARNIN, CATERPILLAR
01.2013

Internship

Civil aviation and airports office
01.2013

Diagnosis and maintenance - logistics and transportation

Higher Institute of Transport and Logistics
09.2011 - 06.2014

High School Diploma - technical sciences

Technical Hight school,
09.2008 - 06.2011
Saifeddin Zgueb