Head of Operations and Growth

etalentum Selección; Galapagar; A distancia; USD 100.000 - 130.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

A multinational logistics firm is seeking a Head of Operations and Growth to lead and drive company growth in the US. You will be responsible for developing teams, managing operational projects, and implementing commercial strategies for various logistics services in accordance with group standards. The ideal candidate will have 8-10 years of experience in management positions within transportation, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to operate under pressure. The role offers an attractive compensation package and professional development opportunities.

Servicios

Attractive compensation package

Company vehicle

Health insurance

Formación

• 8-10 years in management positions in logistics or transportation.
• Experience leading international expansion teams.
• Knowledge of KPI analysis and monitoring tools.

Responsabilidades

• Lead execution of operational projects, managing resources and budgets.
• Implement growth strategy for logistics products in the US.
• Oversee compliance with quality standards and report to clients.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Customer orientation

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Team management

Educación

University degree in Industrial Engineering or Logistics

Postgraduate degree in Supply Chain Management

Herramientas

ERP systems (SAGE X3, SAP)

Power BI

Advanced Excel

Descripción del empleo

A multinational logistics and transportation company established in Europe and expanding internationally is seeking a US-based Head of Operations and Growth. This individual will be responsible for leading and driving the company growth in the US, ensuring the standardization of strategy and commercial development for each product line (Warehouse, FTL, LTL, Distribution) in accordance with the group philosophy and standards. He will be responsible for forming, developing, and leading teams, ensuring goal achievement and quality across all processes and services. Responsibilities will include:

- Leading the execution of critical operational projects, managing resources, schedules, and budgets, and ensuring milestones and key performance indicators (KPIs) are met.

- Defining and implementing the growth and commercial development strategy for each product in the US, aligned with the group overall vision.

- Developing and leading teams, promoting collaboration, communication, and accountability.

- Participate in customer acquisition and retention for transportation providers in the US, as well as in the defense of financial and operational bids.

- Oversee compliance with procedures, quality standards, and reporting to clients and central services.

- Lead the implementation of HR policies, talent development, and staff training in the US.

Requirements:

- Knowledge of the logistics and transportation industry.

- Leadership, organizational, and team management skills.

- Customer and results-oriented, with a strategic vision.

- Strong negotiation and communication skills (oral and written).

- Proactive, decisive, responsible, and highly adaptable.

- Good command of tools and systems (ERP, TMS, WMS, advanced Excel,

Power BI, or similar).

- Profile accustomed to working under pressure and in changing environments.

- Involved in the project.

- Knowledge of KPI analysis and monitoring tools.

- Availability for international travel (as an expatriate).

Offered:

- Management position.

- Stability and professional development within an international group.

- Attractive compensation package.

- Company vehicle.

- Health insurance.

Required Experience

- Between 8 and 10 years in management positions in the logistics and

transportation sector.

- Experience leading international expansion teams and projects.

- Experience in operations, negotiation, and team leadership.

Required Education

- University degree in Industrial Engineering, Logistics, Administration, or

similar.

- Postgraduate degree in Supply Chain Management or similar.

Required Languages

- Spanish (native).

- English (B2-C1 level).

Preferred Requirements

- MBA, PMP, or similar.

- Knowledge and use of ERP (SAGE X3, SAP).

- French or German.