Abdullah AlQahtani

Senior leader overseeing global distribution operations across many international affiliates and 3, 000+ employees. Spearheaded transformation initiatives including ERP deployment (Oracle Fusion), digitalization using AI, and financial governance. Delivered record-breaking shipping volumes and cost optimization while aligning operations with corporate strategy.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead global logistics operations across air, sea, and land.
Report directly to VP and participate in board meetings.
Drive financial governance and risk mitigation strategies.
Champion digital transformation using AI and big data.
Manage high-value negotiations with governments and banks.
Supervise cross-functional teams across HR, Finance, IT, and Commercial.
Lead Ma’aden Transformation Program (ERP, process reengineering, M&A integration).
Achievements:

Record shipping volumes and cost savings.
Successful Oracle Fusion ERP rollout.
Enhanced KPI dashboards and reporting frameworks.

Directed logistics operations for marine terminals, packaging centers, and rail logistics. Successfully commissioned Sadara Bulk Marine Terminal, managing 2.6M tons of raw materials annually. Integrated SAP and TMS systems to optimize workflows and reduce operational costs.

Key Responsibilities:

Operated marine terminal with 40 tanks and 2 berths.
Managed 20 vessels/month and 150+ daily truck operations.
Led SAP and TMS integration for logistics optimization.
Negotiated vendor contracts and ensured compliance.
Coordinated with JV partners (Aramco & Dow).
Achievements:

Commissioned and operated high-capacity marine terminal.
Reduced logistics costs through system integration.
Aligned supply chain strategies with JV stakeholders.

Led outbound logistics and shipping operations at Port Logistics Facilities. Played a key role in commissioning Saudi Kayan Packaging Center and implementing SAP modules. Developed SOPs and coordinated with global carriers and customs authorities.

Key Responsibilities:

Directed shipping and logistics execution.
Commissioned packaging and utility plants.
Implemented SAP (PP, LE, SD) and SOPs.
Managed warehousing, rail, and customs coordination.
Presented executive reports for board decisions.
Achievements:

Standardized logistics processes using SAP.
Managed global carrier operations (Maersk, MSC, ONE).
Supported strategic decision-making at executive level.

Operated and planned production in oil & gas facilities, ensuring safety and reliability. Achieved record output in key petrochemical products and prevented major plant shutdowns through proactive fault detection.

Key Responsibilities:

Operated oil & gas production units.
Planned production schedules and ensured safety.
Identified and resolved critical electrical faults.
Supported plant reliability and performance.
Achievements:

Record production in propylene, ethylene, and methane.
Prevented full plant shutdown through fault detection.
Enhanced operational safety and planning accuracy.