Qayed Al-Kathiri
Operations Manager
About
Qayed Al-Kathiri is an operations and distribution leader with over 10 years of experience managing large-scale, multi-site operations across warehousing, logistics coordination, procurement, and team supervision in high-pressure environments. He has a proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, enforce SOPs and HSE standards, and manage complex operational challenges. His expertise spans inventory flow, budget monitoring, and continuous process improvement, ensuring efficient and compliant operations. He is seeking roles such as Operations Manager, Warehouse Manager, or Logistics Manager w
Looking For
Experience
Consortium Senior Officer (FSL Operations)
Jun 2025 – Present · 11 mosCARE International · Aden, Yemen
- Led multi-entity operations coordination across partner organizations, ensuring standardized procedures.
- Oversaw distribution activities, resource allocation, and logistics coordination.
- Monitored budget utilization, KPIs, and compliance indicators.
Activity Manager – Livelihoods & Distribution Programs
Jan 2025 – May 2025 · 4 mosSolidarities International · Aden, Yemen
- Managed end-to-end daily operations, supervising teams across multiple sites.
- Planned workforce deployment, logistics, and resource requirements.
- Tracked operational productivity, timelines, and quality indicators.
Deputy Program Manager (Food Security and Livelihood Operations)
Nov 2022 – Dec 2024 · 2 yrs 1 moSolidarities International · Aden, Yemen
- Supported operations strategy execution across multiple workstreams.
- Supervised team leaders and ensured coordination between warehouse, transport, and field.
- Coordinated procurement processes, supplier follow-up, and inventory movements.
Program Assistant (Cash Transactions Operations Team Leader)
Jan 2022 – Jul 2022 · 6 mosInternational Organization for Migration (IOM) · Taiz, Yemen
- Led high-volume operational transactions, coordinating verification and reconciliation.
- Supervised teams responsible for data accuracy and workflow execution.
- Supported market analysis, workload planning, and performance tracking.
Emergency Operations Team Leader
Jun 2021 – Dec 2021 · 6 mosDanish Refugee Council · Al Hudaydah, Yemen
- Led time-sensitive operations, managing rapid deployment teams.
- Enforced SOPs under pressure and coordinated stakeholder communications.
- Managed operational escalations effectively.
Skills
Operations Management
Stakeholder Management
Leadership & Team Management
Financial & Procurement Oversight
Industries
GCC Readiness
Languages
Education & Certifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Business English
University of Aden · 2016