Strategic Assistant to CCO (f/m/d)

Rhenus Logistics; Hilden; On-site; EUR 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Rhenus Logistics is seeking a Strategic Assistant to the CCO to support planning, management, and execution of strategic projects across Sales, Marketing, and Performance & Transformation, while handling daily operations. You will act as a trusted interface to the CCO and coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure timely decisions and delivery.

The role requires a university degree in business-related fields, at least three years of strategic or consulting experience, strong commercial

Qualifications

• A university degree in Business Administration, Management, Marketing, Sales, Logistics or a comparable field, with at least three years of relevant professional experience in a strategic, consulting, or sales-related environment.
• Strong business acumen and a solid understanding of commercial processes, particularly in Sales and Marketing; experience in the logistics industry is an advantage.
• Proven project management skills and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
• Excellent organizational and analytical capabilities, with a structured, independent, and results-oriented approach to work.
• A confident and professional communicator, comfortable engaging with stakeholders at all levels, including C-level executives and Executive Board members, with excellent German and English skills.
• A proactive, hands-on, and solution-oriented mindset, combined with resilience, adaptability, discretion, and a high degree of personal responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Drive and coordinate strategic initiatives across Sales, Marketing, and Performance & Transformation, ensuring effective planning, progress tracking, and timely delivery.
• Act as a trusted interface for the CCO, building strong relationships and ensuring effective communication with key internal and external stakeholders.
• Proactively manage and prepare the CCO’s meeting agenda, coordinating relevant stakeholders, priorities, and required information.
• Plan, coordinate and participate executive meetings, workshops, conferences, and customer meetings, including agenda preparation, documentation, and follow-up.
• Track decisions and action items, ensuring clear ownership and timely execution of agreed next steps.
• Prepare high-quality presentations, briefings, reports, and strategic communication materials for the CCO and Executive Board, including speeches and other executive-level content.]
• CoT_job_summary_short":"COMPANY NAME: Rhenus Logistics\nKEY POINTS: Strategic initiative leadership, CCO interface, bilingual communication"
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• <p>Rhenus Logistics is seeking a Strategic Assistant to the CCO to support planning, management, and execution of strategic projects across Sales, Marketing, and Performance & Transformation, while handling daily operations. You will act as a trusted interface to the CCO and coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure timely decisions and delivery.</p><p>The role requires a university degree in business-related fields, at least three years of strategic or consulting experience, strong commercial acumen, and excellent German and English communication. Proactive, hands-on, and discreet, you will drive agendas and prepare high-level materials.</p>
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Skills

Strategic planning

Project management

MS Office (Excel, PowerPoint)

German & English (bilingual)

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Logistics

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

What You Can Expect** : **

As the Strategic Assistant to the CCO, you will support the Group Chief Commercial Offi cer in planning, managing, and executing strategic projects across Sales, Marketing, and Performance & Transformation, while also handling daily operational tasks. Acting as the CCO’s assistant, you will ensure that all business-critical activities are conducted efficiently and with focus. Collaborating closely with internal stakeholders, you will provide essential decision‑making support, coordinate projects, and ensure the implementation of strategic initiatives. High Level of self driven attitude, business knowledge and a “lets get it done menatlity” is crucial to fullfill the given expectations.

Your Responsibilities

• Drive and coordinate strategic initiatives across Sales, Marketing, and Performance & Transformation, ensuring effective planning, progress tracking, and timely delivery.
• Act as a trusted interface for the CCO, building strong relationships and ensuring effective communication with key internal and external stakeholders.
• Proactively manage and prepare the CCO’s meeting agenda, coordinating relevant stakeholders, priorities, and required information.
• Plan, coordinate and participate executive meetings, workshops, conferences, and customer meetings , including agenda preparation, documentation, and follow‑up.
• Track decisions and action items, ensuring clear ownership and timely execution of agreed next steps.
• Prepare high-quality presentations, briefings, reports, and strategic communication materials for the CCO and Executive Board, including speeches and other executive‑level content.

What You Bring:

Your Profile

• A university degree in Business Administration, Management, Marketing, Sales, Logistics or a comparable field, combined with at least three years of relevant professional experience in a strategic, consulting, or sales‑related environment.
• Strong business acumen and a solid understanding of commercial processes, particularly in Sales and Marketing; experience in the logistics industry is an advantage.
• Proven project management skills and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
• Excellent organizational and analytical capabilities, with a structured, independent, and results‑oriented approach to work.
• A confident and professional communicator, comfortable engaging with stakeholders at all levels, including C‑level executives and Executive Board members, with excellent German and English skills.
• A proactive, hands‑on, and solution‑oriented mindset, combined with resilience, adaptability, discretion, and a high degree of personal responsibility.