IT Project Lead - Logistics

Job description / Role

Strategic, hands-on role for a senior IT professional to lead tech delivery across logistics. Sole IT contact for logistics, driving WMS and ERP projects, with scope to expand into automation and process optimisation. Work closely with stakeholders and vendors to guide digital transformation and bridge business needs with technical execution.

Client Details

A well-established company undergoing a major IT transformation across diverse business lines. With a rapidly growing logistics division now being integrated into the group's IT strategy, the company is investing heavily in digital infrastructure, automation, and enterprise systems. This is a fast-paced, high-growth environment with a clear mandate to modernise operations and drive innovation.

Description

* Lead logistics-related IT projects including WMS, ERP, and automation initiatives.
* Translate business requirements into technical specifications and delivery plans.
* Act as the single point of contact for logistics IT across the group.
* Manage vendors, outsourced IT partners, and internal stakeholders.
* Support warehouse operations, manufacturing, and logistics automation.
* Ensure compliance with IT governance, risk, and change management protocols.
* Provide hands-on support across logistics systems and applications.

Job Offer

This is a unique opportunity to join a growing business in a high-potential market.

* 10+ years of experience in IT project delivery within logistics or supply chain.
* Strong understanding of warehouse operations, freight or manufacturing.
* Proven track record in delivery IT solutions in a logistics business.
* Experience with logistics automation and systems architecture.
* Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
* Confident engaging with C-level executives and business leaders.
* Able to work independently and lead transformation in a dynamic environment.
* Solid experience working within the GCC region, with a strong understanding of local business practices and stakeholder expectations.

About the Company

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.

The Group has operations in the UK, Continental Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Americas. In the Middle East we focus on the areas of:

Finance & Accounting Banking & Financial Services Procurement Property & Construction Engineering & Supply Chain Oil & Gas Technical and Engineering Human Resources Sales Marketing Technology Secretarial Executive Search Legal

The Group operates through 161 offices in 33 countries and employs over 5,000 employees worldwide.