Logistics Manager

THRYVE; Düsseldorf; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent contract

Company car

30 days' holiday

International working environment

Job summary

THRYVE is seeking a Logistics Manager (m/f/d) to oversee heavy-haulage transports for infrastructure projects across Germany from its Düsseldorf base. You will coordinate shipments of tens-of-tonne cable drums, liaise with customers, suppliers and hauliers, and optimize routes, permits and loading operations.

The role requires strong shipping, customs, SAP ERP experience, and hands-on coordination with subcontractors. A structured on-site environment with a large, diverse team awaits.

Qualifications

• Solid know-how in shipping, freight handling and customs processes.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems, ideally SAP.
• Confident working with hauliers, freight costing and transport coordination.
• Basic Excel skills.
• Analytical thinking and a solution-focused approach.
• A plus: experience with MS Project or similar tools.
• Heavy road transportation experience and road planning experience.

Responsibilities

• Own the on-time transport of heavy cable drums and related materials to construction sites.
• Serve as the central contact between customers, suppliers, hauliers and project partners on logistics matters.
• Plan and assess transport routes and manage subcontractors and escorts.
• Review and improve permit documentation for abnormal and heavy loads (VEMAGS).
• Collaborate with the international group headquarters on logistics matters.
• Develop logistics concepts, transport plans and supporting documentation.
• Maintain thorough records of processes, guidelines and changes.
• Hold budget responsibility and control costs across logistics.
• Check goods for quality and quantity, and oversee loading.
• Provide clear instructions to logistics providers on loads and delivery locations to prevent damage.
• Coordinate safe interim storage of cables.

Skills

Shipping & freight

Customs knowledge

SAP ERP

Haulage coordination

Excel skills

MS Project

Road transport planning

Tools

SAP ERP

MS Project

Job description

Logistics Manager (m/f/d) offering a Competitive Salary

Our client, is looking for a Logistics Manager to run complex heavy-haulage transports for infrastructure projects across Germany.

Your responsibilities

• Own the on-time transport of heavy cable drums, often tens of tonnes each, plus accessories, tools and materials, through to the construction site
• Act as the central contact between customers, suppliers, hauliers and other project partners on all logistics matters
• Plan and assess transport routes, including any required escort or support measures, and manage and oversee subcontractors
• Review and improve permit documentation for abnormal and heavy loads (VEMAGS)
• Work closely with the international group headquarters
• Develop logistics concepts, transport plans and supporting documentation
• Keep thorough records of processes, guidelines and changes
• Hold budget responsibility and control costs across logistics
• Check goods for quality and quantity, and oversee loading
• Give clear instructions to logistics providers on loads and delivery locations to prevent transport damage
• Coordinate safe interim storage of the cables

Your profile

• Solid know-how in shipping, freight handling and customs processes
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems, ideally SAP
• Confident working with hauliers, freight costing and transport coordination
• Basic Excel skills
• Analytical thinking and a solution-focused approach
• A plus: experience with MS Project or similar tools
• Heavy road transportation experience and road planning experience.

What's on offer

• Permanent contract and company car
• 30 days' holiday
• International working environment with a mix of experienced colleagues and emerging talent
• Structured onboarding and long-term development prospects in a growing, future-focused industry