For our German organization, we are currently looking for a Director Air & Ocean Germany (m/f/d).
Your Role
As Director Air & Ocean Germany, you are responsible for the overall performance, development and strategic direction of CEVA’s Air & Ocean business across Germany. You will lead the further development of the organisation, drive sustainable growth, and continuously improve profitability, productivity and customer satisfaction.
The role operates in a complex, international matrix environment and works closely with senior leadership as well as regional and global stakeholders.
Your Responsibilities
* Own and lead the Air & Ocean organisation in Germany with full accountability for strategy, performance and results
* Hold full P&L responsibility and ensure the financial performance of the business
* Own and further develop strategic customer relationships, with a strong focus on Key Account Management and Product Development
* Drive business growth by expanding the customer portfolio in high-potential and future-oriented industries
* Lead new customer acquisition initiatives and the development of strategic trade lanes
* Increase profitability and productivity through operational excellence, standardisation and continuous improvement initiatives
* Ensure high service quality standards to achieve strong customer satisfaction and long-term loyalty
* Identify evolving customer requirements and translate them into competitive, value-adding products and services
* Build and foster a performance-driven leadership culture focused on accountability, collaboration and people development
* Advance digitalisation, process optimisation and efficiency initiatives across the organisation
* Work closely with global and regional stakeholders within the CEVA and CMA CGM matrix organisation
Your Profile
* Extensive leadership experience within freight forwarding or integrated logistics environments, ideally covering Air and Ocean operations
* Proven track record of building, transforming and growing comparable business units
* Strong commercial mindset with solid expertise in sales, customer development and P&L management
* Experience working in complex, international matrix and transformation environments
* Ability to manage high complexity and successfully lead multiple initiatives in parallel
* Inspiring leadership style with a strong focus on team engagement, empowerment and performance
* Strategic thinker with a hands‑on, pragmatic execution approach
* Excellent stakeholder management, communication and influencing skills
* Background in senior roles such as Head of Business Unit, Branch Manager, Managing Director or Country Manager
* Fluent in German and English; additional European language skills are an advantage
What We Offer
* A senior leadership role with significant strategic impact on the development of CEVA in Germany
* The opportunity to actively shape and grow the future of CEVA’s Air & Ocean business in one of its most important European markets
* A dynamic and collaborative working environment with a high level of autonomy and responsibility
* An attractive compensation package including a variable component, company car and additional benefits
* Long‑term career development opportunities within CEVA and the wider CMA CGM Group
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