The Executive Management team is responsible for implementing the strategic direction approved by the Board of Directors and for managing the day-to-day operations of SAL. Acting within the delegated authority framework, the Executive Management ensures operational excellence, financial discipline, regulatory compliance, and the delivery of sustainable value to shareholders and stakeholders. The team works collaboratively across business units and corporate functions to execute strategy, manage risk, drive innovation, and maintain high standards of governance and performance.
Profiles of the Executive Management
Omar Hariri
Position
Chief Executive Officer
Nationality
Saudi
Date of Appointment
1 November 2024
A distinguished logistics and transportation executive with over 20 years of leadership experience across global and national platforms. He previously served as President of the Saudi Ports Authority (MAWANI), leading the transformation of the Kingdom’s ports sector. He also served as CEO of SAL and Saudi Airlines Cargo, playing a pivotal role in SAL’s establishment and growth as part of the Group’s transformation strategy. His career includes senior leadership roles at FedEx and DHL, with expertise spanning logistics strategy, port operations, air cargo, and international supply chain management.
- Master’s Degree in Logistics and Supply Chain from the University of Salford, Manchester, UK (2019)
- Balanced Scorecard Certification Program, George Washington University, USA (2017)
- Certified International Manager by DHL Six Sigma (DHL First Choice Program) (2014)
| Period | Role/Position |
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2025–present |
Board Member & Chairman of Nomination & Remuneration Committee – |
|
2025–Present |
Vice Chairman Logistics Committee – Jeddah Chamber |
| Period | Role/Position |
|
2021–2024 |
President – Saudi Ports Authority (MAWANI) |
|
2023–2024 |
Board Member – Saudi Export Development Authority |
|
2022–2024 |
Board Member and Nomination & Remuneration Committee Member – |
|
2023–2024 |
Board Member – National Transport Safety Center |
|
2020–2021 |
Chairman of SkyTeam Cargo Executive Board |
|
2019–2021 |
Chief Executive Officer – SAL Saudi Logistics Services Co. |
|
2018–2021 |
Air Cargo Advisory Council Member – International Air Transport Association (IATA) |
|
2018–2021 |
Chief Executive Officer – Saudi Airlines Cargo Co. |
|
2019 |
Board Member and Nomination & Remuneration Committee Member – |
|
2016–2018 |
Managing Director – FedEx Express (Abdul Latif Jameel Logistics – ALJ) |
|
2014–2016 |
Vice President – DHL Express Saudi Arabia (SNAS Trading & Contracting) |
|
2013–2014 |
General Manager – DHL Express Kuwait |
|
2011–2012 |
Chief Operating Officer – SAF for Logistics & Environmental Solutions |
|
2004–2010 |
National Sales Manager – DHL Express Saudi Arabia |
Haydar Ucar
Position
Chief Financial Officer
Nationality
Danish
Date of Appointment
14 May 2024
A seasoned finance executive with extensive international experience in corporate finance, accounting, internal controls, and logistics operations. He has held senior leadership positions within DSV and DHL, overseeing financial management, shared services, and global finance transformation initiatives. His expertise includes capital allocation, financial planning, governance, and operational efficiency across multinational logistics environments.
- Master of Business Administration and Management, IE Business School (2016)
- Study visit, MBA, from UCLA (Los Angeles), SMU (Singapore), Insper (Sao Paulo) (2016)
- Postgraduate Diploma in Business Administration, International Management and Economics, from Copenhagen Business School (2006)
| Period | Role/Position |
|
None |
None |
| Period | Role/Position |
|
2019-2024 |
Head of Corporate Finance & Accounting, DSV Global HQ, Denmark |
|
2013-2020 |
CFO & Head of Shared Services, DSV Turkey |
|
2012–2013 |
Director, Global IT Financial Business Relations, DSV Global HQ, Denmark |
|
2010–2012 |
Finance and Internal Controls roles at TeliaSonera, Denmark |
|
2004–2010 |
Finance leadership roles at DHL Denmark |
Amer Abu Obeid
Position
Chief Growth Officer
(Deputy CEO)
Nationality
Jordanian
Date of Appointment:
1 January 2020
A veteran air cargo and logistics executive with deep expertise in commercial strategy, sales leadership, and operational performance. His career spans more than two decades in air freight and express logistics, including senior commercial roles at Saudi Airlines Cargo and DHL Express. He brings strong experience in revenue optimisation, client management, and strategic growth in competitive logistics markets.
- Bachelor Degree in Economics from Yarmouk University, Jordan (1995)
| Period | Role/Position |
|
None |
None |
| Period | Role/Position |
|
2020-2024 |
Chief Commercial Officer, SAL Saudi Logistics Services |
|
2009-2019 |
Executive Director Commercial Affairs, Saudi Airlines Cargo |
|
2000–2009 |
General Manager Sales, DHL Express Saudi Arabia |
|
1995–2000 |
Financial Advisor, ANZ Grindlays Bank |
Mohammed Nahhas
Position
President SAL Ground Handling
Nationality
Saudi
Date of Appointment
1 September 2025
Mohammed Nahhas is a logistics and aviation services executive with a strong track record in commercial leadership, customer excellence, and operational transformation across SAL, Saudia Cargo, and FedEx/ Abdul Latif Jameel Logistics. His career reflects progressive responsibility in strategy, operations, and quality management, culminating in his appointment as President of SAL Ground Handling.
- Bachelor of Commerce (BCom), Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management, University of Concordia
| Period | Role/Position |
|
None |
None |
| Period | Role/Position |
|
2025–Present |
President – Ground Handling, SAL Saudi Logistics Services |
|
2024–2025 |
Commercial Vice President, SAL Saudi Logistics Services |
|
2020–2024 |
Strategic Development & Customer Excellence – Executive Director, SAL Saudi Logistics Services |
|
2020 |
Strategy & Project Management Officer – Director, SAL Saudi Logistics Services |
|
2018–2020 |
Customer Excellence – Director, Saudia Cargo |
|
2015–2018 |
Country Operations & Quality – General Manager, FedEx / Abdul Latif Jameel Logistics |
|
2015 |
Service Assurance – Senior Manager, FedEx / Abdul Latif Jameel Logistics |
|
2014 |
Procurement Manager, Abdul Latif Jameel |
|
2013 |
Logistics Operations Specialist, Abdul Latif Jameel |
|
2013 |
Intern, BOMBARDIER |
Ahmed Kheir
Position
Acting President SAL Logistics
Nationality
Saudi
Date of Appointment
1 September 2025
Ahmed Kheir is a seasoned logistics, e-commerce, and last mile distribution executive with leadership experience across SPL, Noon, Abdul Latif Jameel, and major automotive and FMCG sectors. His background spans national distribution networks, e-commerce operations, supply chain management, and commercial development.
- MBA, Master’s Degree of Business and Management from University of Hartford
- Bachelor’s Degree of Business Information Technology from Harvey Mudd College
| Period | Role/Position |
|
None |
None |
| Period | Role/Position |
|
2020-2025 |
Vice President of Distribution/ Last Mile, Saudi Post (SPL) |
|
2018-2020 |
Vice President of Operation / Country GM, Noon.com |
|
2016-2017 |
Head - Supply Chain & Product Management, Al-Talayi, Saudi Bugshan Group (Bridgestone) |
|
2011-2016 |
General Manager – Supply Chain & Logistics, Abdul Latif Jameel Co. Automotive (Toyota & Lexus) |
|
2010-2011 |
Officer – Sales & Marketing, Abdullah Hashim Co. (Honda Motors) |
|
2004-2006 |
Coordinator – Operation & Admin, SADAFCO |
Rayan AlBakri
Position
Chief Strategy Development & Execution Officer
Nationality
Saudi
Date of Appointment
1 October 2025
Rayan AlBakri is a national logistics and industrial strategy leader with extensive experience across government, PIF entities, ports, logistics zones, and global shipping lines. He has held senior roles shaping Saudi Arabia’s logistics ecosystem, regulatory frameworks, industrial development, and port competitiveness. His portfolio includes chairing multiple national committees and serving on high level boards.
- Masters in Communication Management, Diplomacy, Crisis and Global Stakeholders Relations, from Emerson College - Boston
- Bachelor’s Degree International Business Management, King Abdul Aziz University
| Period | Role/Position |
|
None |
None |
| Period | Role/Position |
|
2023–2025 |
Deputy Minister for Logistics Services, Ministry of Transport and Logistic Services |
|
2021–2023 |
President Adviser, Saudi Ports Authority (MAWANI) |
|
2020–2021 |
Deputy Chief Executive Officer, LogiPoint |
|
2019–2020 |
Chief Commercial Officer, Tabadul (PIF-Owned) |
|
2018–2019 |
Head of Key Accounts & Strategic Projects, Ports Development Company – King Abdullah Port |
|
2017–2018 |
Transport & Logistics Development Head, SAGIA (MISA) (MoI) |
|
2015–2017 |
Chief Commercial Officer, Gulftainer – Jeddah & Jubail Terminals |
|
2011–2012 |
Country Trade & Market Analyst, A.P. Moller Maersk |
|
2010–2011 |
Head of Sales & Operation Revenue Development, LogiPoint |
|
2005–2010 |
Line Manager, Central & Eastern Province, MSC Line |
|
2004–2010 |
Group Sales Manager, Globe Group |
|
2001–2004 |
Secretary & Admin Assistant, GM F&EM, Saudi Airlines |
|
2023-2025 |
Board Member at MODON - Saudi Authority for Industrial Cities and Technology Zones |
|
2023-2025 |
Board Member at SILZ - Special Integrated Logistics Zones |
|
2023 – 2025 |
Chairman, Committee for studying proposed solutions, and setting controls and procedures to fill security gaps in the last mile delivery. |
|
2022 – 2025 |
Chairman, Technical committee for Anchor+ project at the PIF |
|
2023 – 2025 |
Chairman, Executive Committee for Coordination Management between JIP-KAP Ports. |
|
2024 – 2025 |
Chairman, Development of the legislation and policies committee between MoTLS and NEOM |
|
2024 – 2025 |
Member, Executive committee for National Industrial development strategy chaired by H.E. Minister of Industry and Mining |
|
2023 – 2025 |
Member, E-Commerce Council, chaired by H.E. Minister of Commerce |
|
2024 – 2025 |
Member, Executive Committee for Improving Business Performance in the Private Sector ‘Tayseer’, Chaired by H.E. Minister of Commerce |
|
2024 – 2025 |
Member, Export Development Services Committee, Chaired by the CEO of Saudi Export Development Authority |
|
2023 – 2025 |
Member, Logistics Services Committee, Chaired by H.E. Minister of Transport and Logistics Services |
|
2022 – 2025 |
Member, Logistics Partnership Council with the Private Sector, chaired by H.E. the Vice Minister of Transport and Logistics Services |
Saleh AlDaini
Position
Chief Shared Services Officer
Nationality
Saudi
Date of Appointment
1 November 2018
A senior shared services and human capital executive with extensive experience in organizational development, HR strategy, and administrative governance within logistics and corporate services environments. His leadership has focused on operational efficiency, workforce optimisation, and service excellence across SAL and affiliated entities.
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing from King Abdulaziz University, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in 2010
| Period | Role/Position |
|
None |
None |
| Period | Role/Position |
|
2022-2024 |
Chief Human Capital Officer, SAL |
|
2019-2022 |
Chief Shared Services Officer, Saudi Airlines Cargo |
|
2006-2018 |
Executive Director HR & Administrative Affairs, Abdul Latif Jameel Investment Company |
Dr. Ahmed Yehya
Position
Chief Legal Officer
Nationality
Egyptian
Date of Appointment
1 February 2021
A legal and governance expert specialising in international commercial arbitration, regulatory compliance, and corporate advisory. His career includes senior legal leadership roles in logistics, real estate development, and investment sectors. He brings extensive experience in governance structuring, dispute resolution, and complex transaction advisory.
- Doctorate in International Commercial Arbitration from the American University in London (2003)
- Postgraduate Diploma in International Commercial Law from the University of Wales, United Kingdom (1996)
- Bachelor’s Degree in Law from King Abdulaziz University in Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (1991)
| Period | Role/Position |
|
None |
None |
| Period | Role/Position |
|
2023-2024 |
Chief Corporate Affairs Officer, SAL |
|
2018-2021 |
CEO, Structured Finance Company (SFINCO) |
|
2008-2018 |
General Counsel, Jabal Omar Development Company |
Mustafa Makda
Position
Chief Governance, Risk Management, and Compliance Officer
Nationality
Pakistani
Date of Appointment
30 December 2024
A seasoned Governance, Risk Management & Compliance executive with strong credentials in internal audit, risk & information systems controls, compliance and fraud prevention. His leadership experience and strategic oversight drive the implementation of robust internal controls, regulatory compliance and strong ethical culture across the organization.
- Qualified Chartered Internal Auditor (CMIIA) from Chartered Institute of Internal Auditors - United Kingdom
- Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) from the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners – USA
- Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) certification – ISACA Association – USA
- Certified Certificate in Risk and Information Systems Management and Controls (CRISC) – ISACA Association – USA.
- Certified Chief Audit Executive (CCAE) – London School of Business and Finance
- Master’s degree in Business Administration and Commerce from the University of Karachi, Pakistan
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and Commerce from the University of Karachi, Pakistan
| Period | Role/Position |
|
None |
None |
| Period | Role/Position |
|
2020-2024 |
Senior Director Internal Audit, SAL |
|
2017-2019 |
Director Internal Audit, Saudi Airlines Cargo |
|
2014-2016 |
Risk Management Specialist, Saudi Airlines Cargo |
|
2010-2014 |
Internal Auditor, Saudi Cable Company |
Dr. Simon Hassannia
Position
Chief SAL Digital Officer
Nationality
German
Date of Appointment
2 January 2024
A digital transformation executive with deep expertise in innovation, enterprise technologies, and digital strategy execution. He previously held senior leadership roles at T-Mobile, Accenture, A.T.U., and Albatha Group and founded deep-technology startups in artificial intelligence and blockchain. His work focuses on scaling digital ecosystems, enterprise technology transformation, and enabling organizations to unlock new digital business models.
- PhD from the University of Münster in Germany, with research at the University of California/Berkeley (2015)
- Executive Program at INSEAD (2015)
- Executive program at Haas School of Business - University of Berkeley
- Master of Science from the University of Münster in Germany (2009)
| Period | Role/Position |
|
None |
None |
| Period | Role/Position |
|
2020-2023 |
Chief Digital Officer, Albatha Group |
|
2017-2020 |
Chief Digital Officer (Interim) & Head of Innovation, A.T.U. |
|
2015-2017 |
Strategy Consultant, Accenture |
|
2010-2015 |
Digital Strategy Leader, T-Mobile/Deutsche Telekom |
Hassan AlDessi
Position
VP, Health, Safety, Security, and Environment (HSSE)
Nationality
Saudi
Date of Appointment
15 April 2022
An operations and safety management executive with experience across shipping, cargo, and logistics operations. He has held senior operational leadership roles within SAL and Saudia Cargo, with expertise in performance optimisation, regulatory compliance, safety governance, and operational risk management.
- Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration, specializing in Organization Management and Administrative Development, from King Abdulaziz University (2013)
- Executive Master’s Degree in Business Administration, from the American University of Beirut (2022)
| Period | Role/Position |
|
None |
None |
| Period | Role/Position |
|
2022-2024 |
Chief Operations Officer, SAL |
|
2021-2022 |
Vice President Operations, Saudia Cargo |
|
2015-2019 |
Regional Performance Manager, Saudi Shipping Company |
Muhammad Shahrukh
Position
Director, Internal Audit
Nationality
Pakistani
Date of Appointment
30 December 2024
Internal Audit Executive with expertise in financial controls, risk management, governance and compliance frameworks. He holds the ACA (ICAEW), CPA and CIA designations, and a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting & Finance from the University of Leeds, UK. He brings extensive experience in audit, financial reporting and treasury across listed and multinational organizations.
- Chartered Accountant (ACA) – Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW)
- Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA) – Ontario, Canada.
- Certified Internal Auditor (CIA).
- Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Accounting and Finance – University of Leeds, UK. (2007)
| Period | Role/Position |
|
None |
None |
| Period | Role/Position |
|
2021-2024 |
Manager, Internal Audit, SAL |
|
2018-2021 |
Senior Internal Auditor, Saudia Cargo |
|
2013-2018 |
Group Manager Finance & Treasury, BinDawood Holding |
|
2010-2011 |
Associate, PwC London |
Ramy Mousa
Position
Chief Development Projects Officer (Acting)
Nationality
Egyptian
Date of Appointment
16 April 2019
Ramy Mousa is a senior development and design leader with over 20 years of experience delivering major aviation, logistics, and mixed‑use projects across the Middle East. He has led multidisciplinary teams, managed billion‑riyal infrastructure programs, and directed architectural design functions for leading consultancies. His expertise spans strategic planning, high‑performance design, and PMO governance. He holds an M.Arch in Architectural Engineering along with RIBA, PMP, and LEED GA credentials.
- Master of Architectural Engineering, Heriot-Watt University, UK
- Bachelor Architectural Design, Zagazig University (Shoubra Branch)
- Professional Certification, Airport Design, Planning & Operation – Cranfield University, UK
- Professional Certification, Integrated Design Process – National Institute of Building Sciences (WBDG)
| Period | Role/Position |
|
None |
None |
| Period | Role/Position |
|
2022–2025 |
Senior Director – Planning and Engineering, SAL Saudi Logistics Services Co. |
|
2019–2022 |
Development Technical Manager, PMO, SAL Saudi Logistics Services |
|
2019 |
Design Managing Director & Co-Founder, CAP (Capital of Architecture & Planning) |
|
2007–2018 |
Head of Architecture Design Department (Acting) – Zuhair Fayez Partnership Consultants |
|
2005–2007 |
Project Architect , AAC Engineering Consultant (Eastern Region, KSA) |
|
2004–2005 |
Architect, SAFCO Industrial Development |
|
2003–2024 |
Architect, A.F.H Consultant Cairo |