Senior Product Development Manager - Trucking Division EMEA (f/m/d)

Nippon Express EMEA; London Borough of Hillingdon; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Nippon Express EMEA is seeking a Senior Product Development Manager for its Trucking Division, based in London. In this strategic role, you will lead operational development, standardize processes, optimize logistics networks across the EMEA region, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to elevate product offerings. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in international logistics, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to manage diverse team dynamics. Competitive benefits and a hybrid work model are offered.

Benefits

Health work-life balance including hybrid working options

Company car or job ticket for commuting

Supportive team culture and structured onboarding

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years' experience in international logistics, focusing on Road Transportation.
• First leadership experience and ability to operate in a matrix environment.
• Fluency in English and German (B2 level) is required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement operational processes within the department.
• Manage carrier and partner relationships and plan logistics networks.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product performance.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Self-management

Creative thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Economics or a related field

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Tender platforms

Job description

Senior Product Development Manager - Trucking Division EMEA (f/m/d)

Senior Product Development Manager - Trucking Division EMEA (f/m/d)

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The Nippon Express Group is one of the leading global logistics service providers, with its Japanese corporation headquartered in Tokyo. We offer a wide range of services including air and ocean freight forwarding, cargo handling, removal services, and warehouse operations. With over 73,000 professionals in 50+ countries and regions, the NX Group is renowned for its global presence.

We are currently seeking a highly experienced and strategic Senior Product Development Manager (f/m/d) for our Trucking Division EMEA. In this role, you will lead the operational development by designing and implementing the most efficient and effective process structures to continuously improve our operating model and reduce operational costs. You will be responsible for creating and standardizing operational processes within the department, managing carrier and partner relationships, and driving network planning and optimization across the EMEA region. Additionally, you will harmonize processes across all NX entities in EMEA, lead key operational projects within the trucking division, and support the development and execution of the trucking strategy. Your role will be pivotal in driving continuous improvement initiatives and ensuring the ongoing evolution of our product offerings.

These are your key tasks:

• Develop and implement operational processes within the department
• Manage carrier and partner relationships, including procurement activities
• Plan and optimize the logistics network to improve efficiency and service quality
• Harmonize processes across all NX entities within the EMEA region
• Lead operational projects within the Trucking Division, ensuring successful execution
• Support the creation and implementation of the Trucking strategy across EMEA
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product performance and operational excellence
  
  
  

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Economics or a related field, minimum
• Good communication skills in English and German (B2 level)
• Minimum of 10 years' experience in international logistics companies, with a focus on Road Transportation
• First leadership experience and ability to work effectively within a matrix organization
• Strong interpersonal skills and enjoyment in communicating with diverse personalities across the organization
• Excellent self-management skills, including the ability to establish structure in daily work, handle unplanned issues alongside routine tasks, and work independently within your areas of responsibility
• Ability to see the big picture and think creatively outside the box
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint
• Familiarity with commonly used tender platforms
  
  
  

Benefits

• A permanent position within a leading and innovative logistics company
• Engaging and varied responsibilities in a dynamic, international environment
• Supportive and collaborative team culture with a structured onboarding process
• A healthy work-life balance, including the option to work from home (hybrid model)
• Choice between a company car or a job ticket for convenient commuting
• Competitive benefits package and much more

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Product Management and Marketing

• Industries

  IT Services and IT Consulting

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