Senior Logistics Manager, Middle East

Anduril · Abu Dhabi

Manufacturing & Operationsposted 7w ago

Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology. By bringing the expertise, technology, and business model of the 21st century’s most innovative companies to the defense industry, Anduril is changing how military systems are designed, built and sold. Anduril’s family of systems is powered by Lattice OS, an AI-powered operating system that turns thousands of data streams into a realtime, 3D command and control center. As the world enters an era of strategic competition, Anduril is committed to bringing cutting-edge autonomy, AI, computer vision, sensor fusion, and networking technology to the military in months, not years.

ABOUT THE JOB

We are seeking a Senior Logistics Manager, Middle East to build, lead and improve our regional logistics function within the Middle East (ME) region. This role will establish and scale a high-performance ME logistics network, ensuring we can operate quickly and reliably across the region. This is a high-impact role responsible for end-to-end logistics strategy, execution, and carrier management across the broader ME region. You will act as the regional owner of logistics and transportation functions, ensuring our supply chain is fast, resilient, and cost-effective in support of mission-critical programs. This role requires a leader who can operate at both strategic and operational levels—designing scalable logistics solutions while also driving day-to-day execution with precision. At Anduril Industries, logistics is a critical enabler of mission success.

ABOUT THE TEAM

Anduril’s Middle East team delivers platforms, systems, and integrated effects from across Anduril’s portfolio to regional customers. The Middle East team delivers Anduril’s core products, adapting and applying the products to serve a variety of defense and commercial customers in Middle East market. As this team rapidly expands, this role requires an applicant willing to take on diverse responsibilities.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

Regional Logistics Leadership

Own and lead all logistics operations across the Middle East region.
Serve as the primary point of contact for regional transportation and logistics strategy.
Partner with global logistics leadership to align regional execution with enterprise strategy and objectives.
Partner with regional Operations and Business Line teams to coordinate logistics across various geographies

Carrier Strategy & Execution

Develop and execute carrier strategy across all required modes including over the road (LTL, FTL, etc.) air, ocean, and parcel.
In partnership with global logistics leadership, source, negotiate, and manage relationships with 3PLs, freight forwarders, and last-mile providers
Drive service level performance, cost optimization, and capacity planning

Logistics Strategy & Network Design

Design and optimize distribution flows, routing strategies, and transportation service offerings
Identify opportunities for network efficiency and cost reduction
Build scalable processes to support rapid growth and program expansion
Partner with internal compliance teams and external brokers to ensure import/export compliance

Procurement & Commercial Ownership

Lead regional logistics sourcing and procurement efforts in collaboration with the enterprise logistics strategy and team
Run RFPs, negotiate contracts, and manage vendor performance
Own regional logistics spend and deliver against cost targets

Performance & Continuous Improvement

Establish and track KPIs (cost, service, transit time, reliability)
Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the logistics network
Implement tools and reporting to increase visibility, control and standard work

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, logistics, business, or related field (master’s preferred).
8+ years of experience in logistics, transportation, or supply chain management, with Middle East experience.
Proven ability to build and scale logistics operations in a regional or international environment, with a strong focus on the Middle East region.
Experience scaling logistics in early-stage or rapidly growing organizations.
Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.
Eligible to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret security clearance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience in defense, aerospace, or high-technology manufacturing environments is a plus.
Experience working in a fast-paced, high-growth or ambiguous environment.
Excellent leadership, vendor management, and stakeholder communication skills.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.
Six Sigma certification or Lean training preferred.

The salary range for this role is an estimate based on a wide range of compensation factors, inclusive of base salary only. Actual salary offer may vary based on (but not limited to) work experience, education and/or training, critical skills, and/or business considerations. Highly competitive equity grants are included in the majority of full time offers; and are considered part of Anduril's total compensation package. Additionally, Anduril offers top-tier benefits for full-time employees, including:

Benefits

At Anduril, we invest in our people. Our comprehensive, competitive benefits package (available at little to no cost to employees) ensures you’re supported in health, recovery, and whatever comes next. For more information, Explore Our Benefits.

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