Head of Logistics & Business Development

Page Executive; Barcelona; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Page Executive in Barcelona is seeking a Head of Logistics & Business Development to lead and optimize logistics operations for a growing international organization. The role blends operational leadership with commercial development, building strategic client relationships and driving growth while ensuring efficient service delivery.

You will collaborate with senior leaders across functions and manage external providers to deliver cost-effective performance.

Qualifications

• Senior experience in logistics, transportation, or supply chain leadership.
• Experience managing complex logistics operations and teams.
• Track record of driving efficiency and service performance.
• Experience managing external providers and partners.
• Commercial awareness with exposure to business development.
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills.
• Fluent in Spanish and English.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee national and international logistics and transport operations.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve productivity and service.
• Manage relationships with logistics providers and suppliers.
• Lead and develop operational teams and culture of continuous improvement.
• Monitor KPIs and drive cost optimization and service excellence.
• Identify and develop business opportunities within accounts.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to support growth strategies.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Logistics management

Business development

Stakeholder management

Performance improvement

Job description

• Lead and optimize logistics operations of a growing international organization.
• Drive business growth and customer satisfaction.

About Our Client

We are partnering with an international logistics and supply chain services organization to appoint a Head of Logistics & Business Development.

This leadership position will play a key role in driving operational excellence, developing strategic customer relationships, and supporting the company's growth objectives. The successful candidate will combine strong logistics expertise with commercial acumen, ensuring efficient service delivery while identifying and developing new business opportunities.

Job Description

• Lead and oversee national and international logistics and transport operations, ensuring service quality, efficiency, and operational reliability.
• Develop and implement operational strategies to improve productivity, customer service, and overall performance.
• Manage and develop relationships with logistics providers, suppliers, and key operational partners.
• Lead, coach, and develop operational teams, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Monitor operational KPIs and drive initiatives focused on cost optimization, process improvement, and service excellence.
• Identify and develop business opportunities within existing and prospective customer accounts.
• Build strong customer relationships and support commercial initiatives through solution-oriented logistics expertise.
• Collaborate closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to support business growth and long-term strategic objectives.

The Successful Applicant

• Proven experience in senior logistics, transportation, or supply chain leadership roles.
• Strong background managing complex logistics operations, transport activities, and operational teams.
• Demonstrated success in driving operational improvements, efficiency initiatives, and service performance.
• Experience managing external providers, suppliers, and strategic business partners.
• Commercial awareness with exposure to business development, customer management, or commercial activities.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Fluent Spanish and English.

What’s on Offer

• Opportunity to join a growing international organization with ambitious development plans.
• High-impact leadership position combining operational responsibility and commercial influence.
• Significant visibility and direct exposure to senior decision-makers.
• Competitive compensation package and long-term career development opportunities.