Head of Automotive Air & Ocean (m/f/d)
Rhenus Logistics
Welcome to Rhenus!
The Rhenus Group is one of the leading logistics service providers operating worldwide. We offer tailor-made solutions along the entire supply chain for companies from a wide diversity of industries. From multimodal transports to perfect warehousing, from smooth customs clearance to innovative value-added services: We always keep our pulse on the times and are at our customers' side.
What you'll be doing
The Head of Automotive Air and Ocean will be responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive, long-term strategy for the "Automotive" vertical within the Air & Ocean Global division. The role will focus on creating and implementing strategies that drive sustainable growth, optimize operational efficiency, and strengthen the sales pipeline across key markets.
You will be contributing to that vision by…
Develop short and long term operational strategies and Budget Plans for "Automotive" business in partnership with the country organizations and provide the leadership necessary for the successful design and development.
Execution of Automotive strategy to achieve measurable outcomes in a timely, cost-effective manner.
Lead operational - Automotive unit(s) and entities in countries within Rhenus Air & Ocean in accordance with operational excellence targets and sign responsible for their P&L.
Provide ongoing advice, educate, and impart knowledge on how to handle Automotive business.
Responsible for business development, including attending to and retaining the current automotive business.
Development of strategic client partnerships for high priority Automotive customers.
Strengthen the position of Rhenus Air & Ocean as thought leader in the Automotive industry.
Develop, implement, and monitor policies and practices to ensure compliance; evaluates and approve new SOPs.
Observation of the market development, identification, and realization of growth opportunities by deriving suitable strategic measures.
Lead strategic Automotive projects as well as close cooperation with the teams of the global network.
Support the development of cross-selling potential.
Responsible for achieving the defined budget goals by ensuring operational excellence.
Design of new customer-specific solutions as well as the active further development of the vertical in close cooperation with the Product department.
Ensure the professional suitability and further development of the assigned employees for the Automotive area.
University degree with a focus on Transport, Logistics or Supply Chain.
Excellent knowledge of the "Automotive" forwarding market and customer contacts in the industry.
Ability to network on high levels and be credible when interacting with senior individuals within client companies is essential.
Demonstrated ability to grasp a large, complex, matrix-oriented global business at a base level and use this understanding to set overall strategy and drive business process improvement.
Results-focused and very good interpersonal skills to win and develop customers.
Highly self-motivated, hands-on, can-do attitude, self-confident and customer focused.
Proven ability to select talent and create a productive environment that promotes initiative, innovation, continual learning and development of key personnel for future advancement.
A broad knowledge of management practices and good business analysis/project management skills.
Willing to travel globally (about 50% of time).
What You can expect:
- Continuous Training: Sharpen your skills and advance your expertise with our professional development programs.
- Great Team: It's truly the people that make the difference - and with us you'll join the best team around.
- Flat Hierarchies: Get straight through to the decision-makers with our streamlined organizational structure.
- Room for Innovation: Turn your ideas into action in an environment that champions creativity and empowers you to lead change.
- Events: From team outings to holiday parties and networking events, we build strong connections by spending quality time together.
- Quick Decision Processes: Make things happen faster with streamlined processes that promote efficiency and effectiveness.