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ecocareers

12d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Logistics
    Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Glasgow
    Remote

AI generated summary

  • You need vocational training in freight forwarding or studies in logistics/business, 5+ years in multi-site management, strong operational and financial skills, leadership experience, and UK market knowledge.
  • You will manage UK operations, oversee P&L, develop products, secure customer relationships, lead strategic initiatives, optimize KPIs, and enhance regional processes for performance and efficiency.

Requirements

  • Vocational training in freight forwarding, or alternatively, completed studies in transport, logistics, or business administration.
  • Minimum of 5 years in management roles with multi-site responsibility in the road freight sector.
  • Proven track record of sustainable success in the general cargo/groupage sector with full budget responsibility.
  • Strong operational background.
  • High affinity for numbers and financial management.
  • Demonstrated leadership capabilities with experience in managing diverse teams.
  • Deep understanding of the UK regional market and culture.
  • Strong negotiating, decision-making, and strategic thinking skills.
  • Dynamic, inspiring, and open to digitalisation initiatives.

Responsibilities

  • Independently manage and develop the UK region.
  • Oversee business operations, including Domestic & European Groupage, LTL/FTL, and Transport Related Warehousing.
  • Full P&L responsibility, ensuring the region meets its financial targets.
  • Consolidate and expand the region's market position by developing new and existing products and driving corresponding sales activities.
  • Secure, support, and expand existing customer relationships while acquiring new customers.
  • Lead strategic regional development initiatives, including acquisitions, to strengthen geographical setup and product competence.
  • Exercise comprehensive management and supervisory responsibilities, including selecting, developing, and motivating employees.
  • Lead a team by fostering a culture of performance, engagement, and continuous development.
  • Analyse direct and indirect competitors to inform strategic decision-making and business development.
  • Optimise KPIs, setting targets and deriving measures to drive regional success.
  • Monitor, optimise, and further develop regional processes to enhance efficiency and performance.

FAQs

What is the location for the Managing Director position?

The position is based in the UK and is remote.

What are the main responsibilities of the Managing Director?

The main responsibilities include managing operations in the UK region, overseeing P&L, strategic development, employee management, market analysis, and process optimization.

What qualifications are required for this role?

A vocational training in freight forwarding or completed studies in transport, logistics, or business administration is required.

How many years of experience should a candidate have?

Candidates should have a minimum of 5 years of management experience with multi-site responsibility in the road freight sector.

What is the focus of the role in terms of market development?

The focus is on consolidating and expanding the region's market position by developing new and existing products and driving sales activities.

Is there a focus on digitalisation initiatives in this role?

Yes, the role requires a dynamic approach and openness to digitalisation initiatives.

What type of financial responsibility does the Managing Director have?

The Managing Director will have full P&L responsibility, ensuring the region meets its financial targets.

What skills are essential for this position?

Essential skills include financial management, leadership capabilities, understanding of the UK market, negotiating, decision-making, and strategic thinking skills.

What is the process for applicants to hear back regarding their applications?

Due to the number of applicants, if you have not received feedback within 2 weeks of applying, unfortunately, you have been unsuccessful.

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