Othman Aljeda is a seasoned logistics leader with over 30 years at Aramex, driving the company’s global expansion and innovation. Joining the company in 1994, Othman quickly rose through the ranks, holding key leadership roles across regions and functions. His vision and precision were instrumental in the company’s growth, including its expansion into North America, Europe, and Asia. Today, Aramex operates in over 600 cities across 70 countries, employing more than 16,000 professionals.
Othman’s leadership is defined by a strong commitment to a people-first culture, empowering employees to innovate and deliver exceptional service. His belief in fostering an inclusive, growthoriented workplace has been a cornerstone of Aramex’s success. This approach is reflected in his leadership style, which emphasises transparency, collaboration, and excellence.
From 2007 to 2017, Othman spearheaded Aramex’s expansion into Asia, establishing key hubs in Hong Kong and Singapore and overseeing acquisitions like Mail Call and Fastway Couriers, enhancing the company’s global footprint. In 2017, he was appointed Regional CEO for Europe, North America, and Asia, where he drove growth and profitability in these key markets. His leadership was crucial during the COVID-19 pandemic, where he served as Interim COO, ensuring continuity for Aramex during an unprecedented time.
In 2021, Othman became Global CEO, leading the strategic repositioning of Aramex as an integrated express, logistics, and freight company. Under his leadership, Aramex embraced automation and cuttingedge technology to enhance efficiency, scalability, and customer experience. The company’s growth continued, with strong financial results in 2024, including an 11% year-on-year increase in revenues and a 6% rise in gross profitability.
Othman’s commitment to sustainability and operational excellence has positioned Aramex for continued success. The company has rolled out automation and route optimisation technologies, improving service delivery and handling increased volumes smoothly. Employee engagement has also been a priority, with Aramex launching comprehensive training programmes and achieving a 98% return-to-work rate after maternity leave. In 2024, the company’s voluntary attrition rate improved, and Aramex was recognised as a “Best Place to Work” in the UAE and Saudi Arabia.
Othman has earned numerous accolades throughout his career. He holds a degree from Richmond University in the UK and has completed executive programmes at the Wharton School of Business in the USA. Othman’s leadership continues to shape the future of logistics, driving innovation and growth at Aramex.
