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Trella
About Us
Ready to change the world? We’re reinventing freight and logistics at Trella. Backed by a number of leading VC companies (YC, Maersk Growth, Algebra Ventures and Raed Ventures) and we're looking for the best talent out there to help us build and scale our product offering. We aspire to create a step-change in the industry and we want you to be a part of the journey!
We are innovative problem-solvers on this adventure together. Working at Trella means that you’ll be surrounded by colleagues who are constantly pushing boundaries, thinking ahead, and meeting the high standards we set for ourselves. When we build, we do so in a product-led way: we value our customer experience and scalability, and we prioritize how we build our product accordingly.
Our Purpose
At Trella our Vision is to Empower our Communities to move Economies Forward, and we're doing this by building a digital experience that provides our Shippers, Carriers and Teams with the right technology and platform that reduces the costs of moving goods —> Simply, we're trying to disrupt and reinvent trucking, and empower our economies. We have launched from Egypt to Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and UAE, and are looking to build and expand our footprint across the MENA-P region.
About the Role:
At Trella, we are redefining logistics in the region. Our mission is to become the freight platform of choice by delivering a wide variety of supply with industry-leading fulfillment rates at competitive cost. We are seeking a dynamic Supply Manager to lead our Operations in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This is an opportunity to shape operations strategy, manage a high-performing team, and contribute to Trella’s growth in a fast-moving market.
What You'll Do:
As a Supply Manager, you will lead and manage all aspects of Trella’s supply operations in KSA, ensuring operational excellence, profitability, and scalability. Key responsibilities include:
Develop and implement strategic supply plans that optimize Trella’s operational footprint and ensure strong local presence.
Lead and manage the local supply operations team, including distribution, fleet, and cross-border logistics personnel.
Drive performance across key metrics: supply coverage, delivery fulfillment, and operational efficiency.
Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including carriers, asset owners, and regulatory authorities.
Ensure compliance with all local transport regulations, GCC operational standards, and cross-border requirements.
Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and resource planning for supply operations in KSA.
Negotiate contracts with suppliers, ensuring competitive rates and favorable terms.
Monitor operational performance and implement process improvements, SOPs, and supply management strategies to achieve revenue and efficiency targets.
Collaborate with the regional leadership team to align operational strategy with company growth objectives.
What You'll Need:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Economics, Finance, Logistics, or a related field.
10+ years of experience in supply chain, transport, or logistics management, in Saudi Arabia and the GCC.
Proven experience managing teams of 10+ members and operational oversight of fleets of 100+ vehicles.
Strong understanding of local and cross-border transport regulations in Saudi Arabia and GCC markets.
Experience with strategic planning, budgeting, and operational KPIs.
Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
Nice to Have(s):
Experience working in developing markets with dynamic operational challenges.
Strong ownership, bias for action, and ability to roll up sleeves when needed.
Advanced Excel or Google Sheets skills for analysis and reporting.
Ability to analyze complex datasets to inform operational decisions.
What We Offer
Getting invaluable experience by joining the Forbes Middle East's top 50 most funded start-ups in MENA
Proud to be a company that promotes Diversity & Inclusion
Ability to rest up with annual vacation days
Annual performance review
Development opportunities in a rapidly growing multinational company
Supporting our colleagues to build and grow themselves through Learning & Development initiatives
Trella is a platform that connects shippers to carriers via a digital interface. Using technology, Trella matches specific carriers capabilities with shippers requirements to provide market-leading reliability and availability at a fraction of the price.
Trella even allows shippers to track shipments in real-time and report key insights on transportation trends and performance.
Trella’s goals are simple - seamless, efficient and fast freight.
Let’s recruit together and find your next colleague.
