General Logistics Operations Team Leader (Professionals)

Hitachi Energy Ltd.; Kraków; Hybrid; PLN 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Well-being and care

Paid and unpaid leave

Flexible work options

Benefits supporting financial security

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Ltd. is seeking a General Logistics Operations Team Leader (Professionals) to oversee road, ocean, and air shipments across Europe.

You will lead a team of transport professionals to coordinate, optimize, and deliver goods across multiple modes, collaborating with sales, service, and procurement to meet customer and business needs. The role requires 4+ years in transport operations management, a relevant bachelor’s degree, and English fluency, with experience coordinating across

Qualifications

• 4+ years experience in transport operations management, logistics, or supply chain management with strong road/ocean/air freight knowledge.
• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field (preferred).
• Certifications such as APICS, IATA, CILT are a plus.
• 2+ years leading teams and coordinating cross-country operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing transport operations team.
• Oversee road, ocean, and air freight movements within Europe.
• Ensure shipments are executed cost-effectively, efficiently, and on time.
• Main point of contact for clients, vendors, and internal stakeholders on transport operations.
• Collaborate with Sales, Customer Service, and Procurement to fulfill orders.
• Manage transport budgets and contribute to cost-reduction strategies.
• Continuously assess and improve processes, workflows, and systems.
• Provide regular reports on performance, costs, and key metrics.

Skills

Transport operations management

Team leadership

English fluency

Cross-country coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Logistics / Supply Chain / Business

Related field preferred

Tools

TMS

ERP (SAP)

Job description

General Logistics Operations Team Leader (Professionals)

We are seeking a highly skilled and dynamic Transport Operations Team Leader to oversee and manage the execution of road, ocean, and air shipments across the European region. The successful candidate will lead a team of transport professionals, ensuring the efficient coordination, optimization, and timely delivery of goods across various transport modes. This role requires a strong understanding of European logistics operations, exceptional leadership skills, and the ability to work with various stakeholders to meet customer and business requirements.

How You'll Make an Impact:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing transport operations team.
• Oversee and manage all aspects of road, ocean, and air freight movements within the European region.
• Ensure all shipments are executed in a cost-effective, efficient, and timely manner.
• Act as the main point of contact for key clients, vendors, and internal stakeholders regarding transport operations.
• Collaborate with other departments (e.g., Sales, Customer Service, Procurement) to address customer needs and ensure seamless order fulfillment.
• Manage transport budgets and assist in the development of cost-reduction strategies.
• Continuously assess and improve operational processes, workflows, and systems.
• Provide regular reports on transport operations performance, costs, and key metrics.

Your Background:

• Proven experience (4+ years) in transport operations management, logistics, or supply chain management with a strong understanding of road, ocean, and air freight.
• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field (preferred).
• Relevant certifications (e.g., APICS, IATA, CILT) are a plus.
• Experience (2+ years) leading teams, managing cross-functional projects, and coordinating operations across multiple countries.
• Knowledge of logistics management software, TMS (Transport Management Systems), and ERP systems (ideally SAP).
• Fluency in English is required
• Knowledge of Scandinavian market is a strong advantage, as the role will involve communication with teams and clients in Northern Europe.

More About Us:

We believe great work thrives in an environment where people feel genuinely supported and fairly rewarded. Our benefits are designed to create real value for every individual – fueling engagement, performance, and growth. By prioritizing well‑being, we build a workplace where personal and organizational success grow together.

Our benefit offering is tailored based on your country of employment and generally includes:

• Competitive salary and incentives
• Well-being and care
• Paid and unpaid leave
• Flexible work options
• Benefits that support your financial security

You will receive more specific information during the recruitment process.

Applicable only for Poland location align with local law regulations - We are committed to full transparency and compliance with all legal requirements, ensuring that every candidate knows exactly what to expect at each stage of the recruitment process. Once the process is successfully completed, we will share detailed information about financial conditions and benefits with the selected candidate. Before signing the employment contract, you will receive all remaining details of the offer, giving you the time and space to review everything carefully

We are a global leader in electrification, powering the electricity era to meet the energy demands of today, and the next 25 years. As the energy arm of Hitachi Group, over three billion people depend on our pioneering, mission-critical technologies to power their daily lives.

With over a century of innovation, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time: driving the evolution of the world’s energy system to ensure abundant, secure, affordable, and sustainable power for today’s generation and the next.

With an unparalleled installed base in over 140 countries, we are the grid ecosystem partner across the utility, industry, data center, and transportation sectors. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 56,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $20 billion USD.