Career Opportunities: Senior Project Logistics Manager - Ground Freight - Europe (3966)

OIA Global; Paris; Hybride; EUR 50 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Project Logistics Manager for Ground Freight. This role involves leading a dynamic team, enhancing project logistics capabilities, and driving business growth across the EMEA region. You will be instrumental in developing logistics solutions, coaching team members, and fostering strong relationships with clients and vendors. The company offers a supportive environment for career development, with training opportunities and a positive culture. If you're a proactive leader with a passion for logistics and a track record in heavy haulage, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Prestations

Training and Development Opportunities

Friendly and Relaxed Culture

Access to OIA University Courses

Recognition Programs

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in heavy haulage project cargo management.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills in project forwarding.

Responsabilités

• Lead the Project Logistics Team to enhance Ground Freight operations.
• Develop relationships with vendors and negotiate project logistics solutions.

Connaissances

Heavy Haulage Project Cargo Management

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Analytical Skills

Attention to Detail

Relationship Building

Fluency in English

Decision-Making Skills

Self-Motivation

Description du poste

Requisition ID3966-Posted -Sales- Job Location (country) (1) - Job Location (region) (1)

Are you an ambitious and talented Projects Forwarder looking for your next move to a company that will support your career development, where you can demonstrate your current abilities and learn new skills?

As a Senior Project Logistics Manager for Ground Freight, you will lead the Project Logistics Team, setting objectives and managing performance to succeed in Ground Freight Project Logistics. You will work closely with Regional Branch Operations, Regional Sales across all channels, and Regional Finance teams to grow our Project Logistics business in the EMEA Region.

Responsibilities include:

1. Increasing GP contribution from Ground Freight Project Logistics, focusing on heavy haulage business across Europe.
2. Growing the overall GP from Project Logistics globally.
3. Becoming a subject-matter expert in Ground Freight Project Logistics and supporting the Sales Team with project logistics solutions for customers.
4. Coaching the Project Logistics Team in the EMEA region to enhance technical capabilities.
5. Assisting in budget preparation for Ground Freight Project Logistics during annual planning.
6. Collaborating with Branch Managers, Vertical Heads, and Sales to expand our Project Logistics offerings in EMEA.
7. Sourcing logistics solutions for RFQs received from existing and targeted customers, network agents, and sister offices.
8. Promoting a safety culture through compliance and process ownership when handling project cargo.
9. Seeking, bidding, and winning new ground freight project logistics opportunities across Europe, including oversized and heavy lift shipments.
10. Developing and maintaining relationships with vendors through sourcing, meetings, and negotiations.
11. Participating in customer visits to strengthen relationships through technical expertise.
12. Overseeing operational activities related to special projects and customer bookings to ensure requirements are met.
13. Negotiating bids and project inquiries with vendors, customers, and agents.
14. Ensuring project operations adhere to company processes and procedures.
15. Coaching and motivating team members, setting objectives, and reviewing performance.
16. Fostering a positive working environment within the team.

Qualifications and skills required:

1. Extensive experience in heavy haulage project cargo, including quoting, planning, and execution.
2. Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with related project cargo forwarding experience, and financial acumen.
3. Proactive problem-solving and analytical skills.
4. Ability to meet deadlines and pay high attention to detail.
5. Ownership, initiative, ambition, self-motivation, and results orientation.
6. Ability to build and maintain professional relationships within and outside the team.
7. Fluency in written and spoken English.
8. Strong decision-making skills and high energy with a positive attitude and entrepreneurial spirit.
9. Legal eligibility to work in the employed country.
10. Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed.

What we offer:

1. Training and development opportunities.
2. A friendly, fun, and relaxed culture.
3. Access to OIA University’s courses for personal and professional growth.
4. Recognition programs and employee competitions.