Director

General information

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GEODIS is a leading global logistics provider acknowledged for its expertise across all aspects of the supply chain. As a growth partner to its clients, GEODIS specializes in five lines of business: Supply Chain Optimization, Global Freight Forwarding, Global Contract Logistics, Distribution & Express, and European Road Network. With a global network spanning nearly 166 countries and more than 49, 720 employees, GEODIS is ranked no. 6 in its sector across the world. In 2024, GEODIS generated €11.3 billion in revenue. GEODIS is a company owned by SNCF Group.
This position is also open to anyone recognized as a disabled worker.

Reference

2026-18213

Type of assignment

Full-time Regular

Function

Support function - Operations Executive Management

Job title

Regional Project Logistics Director (m/f/x)

Job description

A variety of tasks are waiting for you, amongst others:

• Implement, manage and coordinate PL business strategies at regional level in line with global strategies,
• Monitor overall business performance, develop regional strategic plans,
• Define and ensure compliance with organisational design, job descriptions, competencies, standards, processes and tools,
• Define budget guidelines and validate regional budget,
• Maintain PL network integrity at regional level,
• Manage regional suppliers, negotiate regional contracts, ensure regional delivery,
• Manage supplier partnership at regional level: sourcing, contract negotiation,
• Identify pain points, analyze efficiency and productivity of activities using appropriate KPIs and define action plan,
• Provide expertise, in-depth knowledge of the logistics/transport industry and import/export,
• Inform, train and promote best practice across the region,
• Assist the region in setting up monitoring and compliance systems,
• Continually identify areas for improvement and provide recommendations to management for informed decision making,
• Contribute to the employer brand reputation,
• Set individual goals and objectives to achieve operational results, conduct employee reviews, assess performance,
• Encourage, challenge, motivate and develop the team in a positive working environment,
• Ensure information is disseminated appropriately,
• Keep abreast of current trends, developments and best practice in the field.

Applicant's profile

You bring along:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business Administration, International Trade, or any other relevant area,
• Minimum 15 years of experience within the above-mentioned tasks,
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; additional languages (such as German, French, etc.) are a plus.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams across multiple locations as well as direct reports,
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make timely decisions in a dynamic environment,

You don't meet every single one of the above requirements and you're not our "purple squirrel"? That doesn't matter!

Diversity is the key to success on our excellence@GEODIS journey. Even if not every stop in your career so far meets the requirements of the position, you could still be the right person for the job!

What GEODIS offers you:

• Collegial and open working atmosphere accompanies you from day 1,
• The possibility to work at a leading global logistics provider acknowledged for its expertise across all aspects of the supply chain,
• A strong brand with a good reputation, a global network and excellent products to sell.
• Opportunity to develop yourself in an international organization,
• Hybrid working style and a flexible working schedule.

We are looking forward to receiving your application!

*By applying, you confirm that your application documents will remain in our records for 6 months.

Working time (%)

100

Position place

Europe, Germany

Location

Germany