Global Lead Transport Management (All Genders)

STARK; München; On-site; EUR 85,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

STARK, a defence technology leader in Germany, seeks a Global Lead Transport Management to own international transport operations and scalable logistics structures. You will lead and develop the existing logistics team, align processes with export control and customs requirements, and drive end-to-end delivery of sensitive assets.

You will collaborate with Legal, Purchasing, Production and Project Management to ensure compliant, efficient logistics across borders in a regulated environment.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in logistics, supply chain management, or transport management within defence, aerospace, or military sectors.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop the transport management team to establish high operational standards.
• Transform and scale global transport operations, SOPs, and digital logistics structures to meet deployment demands.
• Manage day-to-day international transport challenges to ensure end-to-end delivery of sensitive defence assets.
• Ensure compliance with national and international customs/export control regulations (AWG, AWV, ITAR/EAR, EU Dual-Use).
• Negotiate and audit logistics providers and security contractors.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align logistics workflows across Export Control, Customs, Legal, Purchasing, and Production.

Skills

Logistics leadership

Defence logistics

International customs

German & English

Export controls

Job description

At Stark, we forge the future of European and national security through cutting-edge, AI-driven technology and unmatched engineering precision. As a premier defence technology company, our mission is clear: to equip NATO Allies and their partners with next-generation autonomous defence platforms and advanced AI-driven software built to perform in the world’s most demanding environments.

We believe that true security stems from relentless innovation. By combining elite engineering talent with agile technology and an AI-native operational culture, Stark turns complex defence challenges into field-tested, multi-domain solutions.

WHY JOIN US

• The software and systems you work on directly protect personnel and defend European and national sovereignty.
• You will work alongside industry-leading minds on autonomous systems, advanced propulsion, and secure cyber platforms.
• We foster a fast-paced, collaborative environment where bold ideas are supported by serious R&D backing.

About the Team

Our Global Logistics and Transport team ensures the secure, timely, and fully compliant movement of critical defence assets and unmanned systems across international borders. As the team lead, you will manage an established group of transport specialists, developing their capabilities while building modern, scalable logistics structures. The team operates at the intersection of supply chain execution, international customs, and strict defence export control, serving as the operational backbone for STARK’s global deliveries.

Your Mission

As Global Lead Transport Management, you will take full end-to-end ownership of our international transport operations and logistics structures in close alignment with lead customs & lead export control. You will lead and develop the existing logistics team, elevate and execute transport management processes to a scalable level.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and continuously develop the existing transport management team to establish high operational standards and autonomous workflows.
• Transform and scale global transport operations, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and digital logistics structures to meet growing deployment demands.
• Manage and resolve day-to-day international transport challenges independently to ensure seamless end-to-end delivery of sensitive defence assets.
• Enforce full compliance with national and international customs and export control regulations (including AWG, AWV, KWKG, ITAR/EAR, and EU Dual-Use).
• Negotiate, steer, and audit specialized global logistics service providers, freight forwarders, and security contractors.
• Implement robust physical and operational risk management frameworks for transporting classified equipment.
• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders across Export Control, Customs, Legal, Purchasing, Production, and Project Management to align logistics workflows.

Required Skills

• Extensive experience in logistics, supply chain management, or transport management within the defence, aerospace, or military sectors.
• Proven leadership experience in discipling, coaching, and developing teams alongside a strong track record of improving transport structures.
• In-depth expertise in international customs law and foreign trade regulations covering defence items and dual-use export controls.
• Demonstrated hands-on execution power paired with the ability to make sound decisions independently in highly regulated environments.
• Business fluency in both English and German (written and spoken).

Nice-To-Have

• Practical experience with ITAR/EAR regulations and international military cargo handling standards.
• Strong network of specialized defence logistics and heavy/classified transport providers across NATO countries.

SECURITY CLEARANCE

Due to the nature of our work in the defence sector, candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance required for this position. Details will be provided during the recruitment process.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.