Warehouse Site Selection Manager

Role overview

This position focuses on identifying and securing suitable warehouse locations across the GCC region. The role combines market research, site evaluation, stakeholder coordination, negotiation, and end-to-end project management to support logistics network expansion.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out detailed research into industrial real estate conditions across GCC markets and translate findings into practical location recommendations.
• Visit shortlisted warehouse sites in person and complete due diligence, including checks on infrastructure, land-use compatibility, and operational suitability.
• Lead negotiations on lease structures, land purchase options, and partnership arrangements with local developers and government bodies.
• Work closely with internal teams such as operations, transportation, finance, and other stakeholders to ensure site decisions support the wider logistics strategy.
• Track regulatory, policy, and economic changes throughout the GCC and evaluate how they may affect warehouse site selection.
• Own the project schedule from the first round of screening through to final site delivery.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher, ideally in Logistics, Supply Chain, or a closely related discipline.
• At least 5 years of experience in warehouse or logistics site selection, commercial real estate, or supply chain network planning.
• Prior experience in the Middle East is preferred.
• Strong analytical ability, including experience developing site-selection scoring models.
• Working knowledge of geospatial data, logistics data, commercial real estate trends, industrial parks, and GCC regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills.
• English fluency is preferred.

Preferred qualifications

• Ability to speak Arabic or hands-on experience working in the Middle East.
• Exposure to GIS tools, network optimization software, or advanced analytics platforms.
• Background in e-commerce or retail logistics fulfillment center planning.
• Existing relationships or access to industrial real estate developers or free zone authorities in the Middle East.

Business context

The company’s international business is expanding quickly, supported by ongoing investment and long-term growth in the retail sector.