Freight Appointments
Country Manager - Germany - Freight Forwarding
Freight Appointments, Germantown, Ohio, United States
Overview
Our client, a well-established European freight forwarder, is seeking a Country Manager to lead their German operations and drive significant growth. The company operates in multiple countries across several continents, with branches in Germany covering Airfreight and Seafreight. This pivotal role reports directly to the executive board with full P&L responsibility. Responsibilities
Complete P&L ownership and strategic leadership of German operations Drive business development initiatives (minimum 50% time allocation to sales activities) Build and optimize team structure across both locations Develop import business in Germany further Freedom to focus on any trade lanes including Asia, LATAM, Middle East markets Manage 50/50 air/ocean freight portfolio with opportunities for vertical specialization The Business
Two established offices with the support to open a new branch based on commercial drivers You will initially be responsible for a workforce with an FTE of less than 30 employees, with 4 direct reports Strong presence in general cargo with specialized capabilities across several niches including project cargo Established relationships with premium brands and diverse industry verticals What We're Looking For
Proven 360-degree freight forwarding expertise across product, operations, and commercial functions Demonstrated track record of driving revenue growth and building profitable businesses Strong industry network with potential to bring existing business relationships Stable career progression with evidence of long-term commitment to previous employers Entrepreneurial mindset with ability to operate independently while maintaining group standards Experience in air and ocean freight across import/export operations Flexibility
The company is open to candidates based anywhere in Germany, particularly those who can bring teams or significant business relationships. There is potential to establish new branch operations for candidates with substantial market presence. This role offers the perfect blend of established infrastructure and growth opportunity, ideal for a commercially-minded leader ready to make their mark on a well-established international business.
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Our client, a well-established European freight forwarder, is seeking a Country Manager to lead their German operations and drive significant growth. The company operates in multiple countries across several continents, with branches in Germany covering Airfreight and Seafreight. This pivotal role reports directly to the executive board with full P&L responsibility. Responsibilities
Complete P&L ownership and strategic leadership of German operations Drive business development initiatives (minimum 50% time allocation to sales activities) Build and optimize team structure across both locations Develop import business in Germany further Freedom to focus on any trade lanes including Asia, LATAM, Middle East markets Manage 50/50 air/ocean freight portfolio with opportunities for vertical specialization The Business
Two established offices with the support to open a new branch based on commercial drivers You will initially be responsible for a workforce with an FTE of less than 30 employees, with 4 direct reports Strong presence in general cargo with specialized capabilities across several niches including project cargo Established relationships with premium brands and diverse industry verticals What We're Looking For
Proven 360-degree freight forwarding expertise across product, operations, and commercial functions Demonstrated track record of driving revenue growth and building profitable businesses Strong industry network with potential to bring existing business relationships Stable career progression with evidence of long-term commitment to previous employers Entrepreneurial mindset with ability to operate independently while maintaining group standards Experience in air and ocean freight across import/export operations Flexibility
The company is open to candidates based anywhere in Germany, particularly those who can bring teams or significant business relationships. There is potential to establish new branch operations for candidates with substantial market presence. This role offers the perfect blend of established infrastructure and growth opportunity, ideal for a commercially-minded leader ready to make their mark on a well-established international business.
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