The Logistics Leaders Saudi 2024 event, hosted by Logistics Middle East, took place last month in Riyadh, driving conversation and insights about Saudi Arabia’s logistics and supply chain sector.
The event brought together industry leaders, innovators, and professionals to discuss the future of logistics in the Kingdom, highlighting the significant strides that have been made and the road ahead.
Isabel Fernandez of Efficio, Ghazanfar Yar Khan of LogiPoint, and Nick Lojevec of Combilift led the panel discussion on building resilience in industry supply chains.
Building resilience in industry supply chains
During the session, the panellists discussed the challenges and opportunities in industry logistics.
They also discussed how companies can manage complex logistical networks and build resilience in the supply chain.
Finally, we explored the role of innovation in improving operational efficiencies.
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About Fernandez
Isabel Fernandez, Director at Efficio, has over 30 years of consulting experience in operational excellence, procurement, and supply chain management.
She has worked with C-suite leaders to help multinationals and SMEs enhance their bottom-line results through procurement, supply chain, and performance improvement strategies.
Fernandez has extensive international experience, having worked in more than 25 countries across various sectors, including retail, telecommunications, automotive, aviation, pharmaceutical, manufacturing, banking, insurance, engineering, paper, mining, and food and beverages.
She has recently led engagements in strategic sourcing, procurement transformation, ESG, and local content in Saudi Arabia. Fernandez is currently based in the Riyadh office and is a member of the MENA leadership team.
About Khan
Ghazanfar Yar Khan, the Chief Commercial Officer at LogiPoint, exemplifies leadership and innovation in the supply chain and logistics industry. With over two decades of experience, his journey highlights his ability to drive organisational growth and set industry benchmarks.
Khan’s career includes significant roles in commercial leadership and senior management with global and regional logistics companies. His fifteen-year tenure in container shipping across Saudi Arabia and neighbouring regions gave him a deep understanding of the global container industry, refining his expertise in innovation and market dynamics.
Joining LogiPoint KSA in February 2020 as National Sales Manager, Khan quickly advanced to Chief Commercial Officer. His strategic foresight has driven unprecedented growth and established LogiPoint as a leader in regional logistics.
Under his leadership, the company has expanded revenue, surpassed financial targets, and broadened its geographical footprint. Khan’s focus on operational excellence has optimised processes, increased productivity, and elevated organisational performance.
About Lojevec
Nick Lojevec is the Business Director of Combilift in the Middle East. With a strong engineering background and a deep understanding of advanced technology, Lojevec is at the forefront of integrating cutting-edge tech into the Middle East’s fabric. His engineering expertise and hands-on experience in complex logistics make him a key figure in shaping the future of technological applications in the MENA region.
As a business leader, Lojevec’s approach is characterised by a blend of technical understanding and visionary strategy. Driven by a relentless spirit, he has strategically grown Combilift’s diverse product offerings in the Middle East market. Under his leadership, the company has built a strong presence across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Oman.
Lojevec’s journey began at the University of Ljubljana, where he was an assistant teacher at the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering. Exceptional academic achievements marked his tenure there.
His transition from academia to the corporate world was marked by strategic moves that underscored his role as a growth hacker. He can uniquely identify and capitalise on market trends, driving innovation and growth in his ventures. His leadership style is both transformative and inclusive, fostering a culture of creativity and continuous improvement.
