Job Title:
Global Transportation Manager
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About the Job:
At our company, we are seeking a skilled Global Transportation Manager to oversee and drive strategic initiatives to enhance our global transportation operations.
The successful candidate will develop and implement transportation strategies, ensure compliance with trade regulations, and leverage innovative technologies to optimize efficiency.
This mission motivates us every day to improve the health of people worldwide. We offer patients, doctors, and pharmacists a wide range of therapeutic options.
Around 11,700 employees live our values of Integrity, Entrepreneurship, Agility, and One Company. Together, we are on an exciting growth journey and want to successfully shape the future.
We are looking for a Head of Global Transport who will oversee all transportation modes (road, rail, sea, air) to ensure timely, reliable, and cost-effective delivery of goods worldwide.
* Define and implement a global transportation strategy aligned with the company's overall business objectives.
* Oversee all transportation modes (road, rail, sea, air) to ensure timely, reliable, and cost-effective delivery of goods worldwide.
* Establish standard operating procedures (SOPs) for global shipping, ensuring consistency and reliability across all regions.
* Ensure compliance with international trade regulations, customs requirements, and environmental laws, and develop risk mitigation strategies to handle potential disruptions.
* Manage the transportation budget, optimizing costs while maintaining high service levels and identifying savings opportunities with service providers.
* Drive the adoption of advanced transportation technologies and use data analytics to track performance, optimize routes, and support decision-making.
* Build and manage a high-performing global transportation team, fostering a culture of collaboration and operational excellence.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with carriers, freight forwarders, and logistics partners to ensure strong collaboration and service quality.
Key Responsibilities:
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Requirements:
To succeed in this role, you should have a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field; a Master's degree is preferred.
More than 10 years of experience in global transportation or logistics, with a proven track record of managing international supply chains and delivering operational improvements.
Strong leadership skills, with the ability to build and develop a transportation team from scratch while driving alignment across stakeholders.
Proficient in transportation management systems (TMS) and other logistics technologies, leveraging data to enhance operational performance.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills, enabling you to engage effectively with carriers, logistics partners, and internal stakeholders.
Fluent in German and English, ensuring clear communication in international and local contexts.
Thorough understanding of international trade policies, Incoterms, and emerging technologies that improve transportation processes.
What We Offer:
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Benefits:
* An open corporate culture with fast decision-making processes and a lot of potential for your personal development.
* Individual development and training opportunities.
* Flexible working hours and mobile working up to 2 days per week (depending on the job profile).
* Job ticket for the RMV region and Job Bike.
* Childcare allowance.
* Health-promoting offers such as Wellpass or the STADA Gym (free of charge).
* Numerous additional benefits such as group accident insurance or supplementary pension scheme.
* Subsidized cafeteria.
Diversity and Inclusion:
STADA Group promotes its diverse culture, regardless of gender, age, social or ethnic origin, disabilities, religion, ideology, or sexual orientation.
We use the strength of this diversity to develop creative ideas, expand our experience, and increase innovative strength.
Our focus is on equal opportunities, respectful cooperation, and the promotion of an inclusive working environment.