Logistics Manager

Logistics Lead
Position Overview

The Logistics Lead is responsible for executing and managing logistics operations for a country or basin, delivering cost-efficient solutions while ensuring maximum service level quality to field operations. This role involves leading a team of logistics specialists, import/export specialists, and logistics billing specialists to provide on-time logistics support at competitive costs.

Key Responsibilities
Team Leadership & Development

• Manage and lead logistics specialists, import/export specialists, and logistics billing specialists
• Ensure proper training paths are accomplished and assess team competencies
• Identify learning opportunities and provide appropriate support to internal/external customers
• Work collaboratively with the Logistics Manager to address operational gaps

Operations Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for logistics operational issues
• Implement and support logistics cost-saving initiatives
• Minimize rental fleet idle time and optimize truck capacity utilization
• Develop Mobilization/Demobilization (Mob/Demob) forecasts in collaboration with Operations
• Execute Mob/Demob plans through coordination with assigned logistics specialists

Compliance & Quality Assurance

• Ensure compliance with all SLB and regulatory guidelines, including:
• Land transport guidelines
• HSE policies
• Local and international regulations
• Dangerous goods requirements
• Report all Service Quality incidents on time in QUEST and investigate when necessary
• Escalate potential service quality failures to line management promptly
• Ensure team compliance with internal procedures and manage deviations through proper change management protocols

Stakeholder Engagement

• Actively review and assess logistics service provider performance through proactive engagement with Logistics Category/Supplier Manager
• Conduct regular business and service quality reviews with internal customers
• Maintain current safety training requirements

Reporting Structure

This position typically manages logistics specialists, import/export specialists, and/or logistics billing specialists. When based in the LCT, may also oversee Intercompany Process Coordinators. Reports directly to GU Logistics Manager or SSC organization based on role location.

Requirements

• Minimum 12 years of experience in logistics operations
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance and safety standards
• Experience with cost optimization and service quality management
• Ability to work collaboratively across multiple departments and stakeholders