Nijat Hussain

Results-driven Logistics & Warehouse Manager with 20+ years of experience leading end-to-end logistics, warehousing, and supply chain operations across large-scale civil construction projects in Saudi Arabia, including NEOM, Qiddiya, Red Sea, and Trojena developments. Proven expertise in managing multi-site logistics for building materials, equipment, and project mobilization supporting hotel, hospital, and infrastructure projects. Highly skilled in SAP S/4HANA, SAP EWM, ERP/WMS systems, warehouse automation, digital transformation, inventory control, cycle counts, inventory audits, distribution management, and material planning.

Strong track record of optimizing material flow, improving inventory accuracy, reducing logistics costs, and ensuring timely project delivery while maintaining full compliance with HSE, ISO, and operational standards.

Logistics Manager at Abdulmohsen Al Tamimi Construction Company (2023-10 – Present)

• Managed logistics and warehouse operations across 7 warehouses, supporting 140 construction sites including NEOM, Qiddiya, Red Sea, and Trojena projects.
• Developed and implemented site logistics strategies, coordinating material mobilization, transportation, and timely delivery of construction materials and equipment.
• Conducted cycle counts and periodic inventory audits, ensuring inventory accuracy and alignment between physical stock and ERP records.
• Led SAP S/4HANA and SAP EWM implementation, driving warehouse automation, digital transformation, and end-to-end inventory visibility.
• Managed receiving, loading operations, storage, dispatch, and branch distribution, optimizing warehouse layouts and storage utilization.
• Monitored warehouse KPIs including picking productivity, inventory accuracy, storage utilization, and dispatch performance, driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Oversaw warehouse asset management, heavy equipment movement, and compliance with HSE and quality standards across multiple project locations.
• Collaborated with project managers, procurement teams, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure uninterrupted material availability and efficient logistics execution.

Logistics Manager at BEAM Consolidated (2020-11 – 2023-10)

• Managed end-to-end logistics and warehouse operations for construction and finishing building materials, supporting commercial, residential, institutional, hotel, hospital, and infrastructure projects.
• Planned and coordinated the movement, storage, and dispatch of gypsum powder, gypsum boards, fiber cement boards, gypsum tiles, and cement-based products to project sites, distributors, and manufacturing units.
• Oversaw material mobilization and delivery schedules to ensure timely supply for construction and fit-out activities.
• Controlled handling and transportation of heavy, bulky, fragile, moisture-sensitive, and oversized materials, ensuring safe and efficient logistics execution.
• Implemented FIFO/FEFO, batch control, and inventory tracking processes to reduce wastage, expiry, and stock discrepancies.
• Supervised warehouse layout planning, storage optimization, and material flow to improve operational efficiency and space utilization.
• Coordinated with project teams, procurement, transport providers, and internal stakeholders to align logistics activities with project requirements and timelines.
• Managed dispatch operations, loading plans, forklift/crane coordination, and on-time deliveries across multiple locations.
• Enforced HSE, fire safety, PPE, housekeeping, and compliance standards across warehouse and yard operations.
• Led and developed warehouse and logistics teams, including storekeepers, forklift operators, labor, and dispatch staff, to improve productivity and safety performance.
• Prepared logistics and warehouse performance reports covering inventory accuracy, delivery KPIs, material damage, and space utilization.
• Performed cycle counts, inventory audits, and ERP reconciliation to support manufacturing operations and maintain stock accuracy.

Logistics Manager at Jovae Al-Sheikh Commercial and Industrial Group (2018-07 – 2020-11)

• Oversaw logistics for FMCG and industrial goods, managing customs, delivery, and reverse logistics.
• Introduced ERP-based WMS & barcode systems for traceability and expiry management.
• Negotiated with 3PLs, reducing logistics costs by 12%.
• Coordinated supply to production lines and retail outlets across KSA.

Warehouse HOD (Head of Department) at Dar Al-Mustafa Holding Group Signature Juice Factory (2016-01 – 2018-07)

• Led warehouse operations for dry/chilled goods, ensuring on-time distribution.
• Managed hiring/training, ERP entry, and FIFO control for high-volume inventory.
• Improved workflow efficiency through KPI tracking and team training.
• Handled cold chain logistics and temperature-controlled storage for perishable products.
• Ensured regulatory & SFDA compliance for FMCG/food warehouses.
• Coordinated high-volume, time-sensitive logistics operations and delivery schedules in fast-paced FMCG environments while maintaining service quality and operational efficiency.

Warehouse Supervisor at Dragados Gulf Construction Co. LTD (2013-01 – 2015-12)

• Supervised shipping, receiving, and inventory for major construction projects.
• Enforced safety, ISO, and documentation standards; led audits and cycle counts.
• Optimized storage processes, reducing material handling delays.

Transport Supervisor at Al Rostamani Building Material (2009-12 – 2012-02)

• Managed transport, dispatch, and fleet safety; ensured ISO and HSE compliance.
• Reduced turnaround time through route optimization and driver training.

Warehouse Supervisor at Cicon Building Materials (2003-03 – 2009-09)

• Oversaw receiving, storage, and dispatch for building materials.
• Maintained inventory accuracy, FIFO compliance, and safe material handling.

Master in Economics – University of Peshawar (1998-06 – 2000-11)

B. A in Arts – Kohat University of Science & Technology (1996-06 – 1998-09)

Secondary School Certification Examination – Govt Degree College Parachinar (1994-09 – 1996-10)