Operations Manager – Contract Logistics/3PL

About the role

GAC is seeking an Operations Manager to lead daily contract logistics operations at its Dubai distribution centre. You will be responsible for planning and controlling staff, equipment, budgets, service quality, inventory accuracy, purchasing and workplace safety while managing a multicultural warehouse team.

Key responsibilities

• Plan and oversee daily operations, allocate staff and equipment to meet productivity targets and control costs.
• Manage operational budgets, forecast staffing needs and lead recruitment activities.
• Monitor service quality, ISO compliance, customer requirements and inventory accuracy.
• Apply health, safety, security and environmental standards to maintain a clean, safe workplace.
• Oversee procurement to ensure timely availability of resources with quality and cost efficiency.

Required profile

• University degree or equivalent; logistics or shipping diploma preferred.
• Valid UAE driving licence.
• 3‑5 years of operational and management experience in a large‑scale, multicultural 3PL environment.
• Fluent written and spoken English; additional languages an advantage.

Required skills

• Experience with Warehouse Management Systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

What we offer

• Opportunity to join a global team with over 7,500 colleagues in more than 50 countries.
• Focus on quality, safety, sustainability and a human‑centred approach.
• Long‑term career development within a reputable shipping, logistics and marine services company.