Role: Managing Director / Country Manager
Location: Madrid, Spain
Industry: Project Logistics (EPC / Energy / OEM / Industrial)
The Company:
JBAndrews is working with an industry leading Global Freight Forwarder looking to add a Managing Director / Country Manager Spain to their Project Logistics team based out of Madrid. You will provide commercial, operational, and strategic direction in a ground-up opportunity to take ownership and develop the entire vertical within the Spanish region.
The Role:
* Develop and implement a strategic vision for the Project Logistics vertical across Spain, aligning with the company's overall goals and objectives.
* Drive business growth, identify new opportunities, and develop innovative solutions to meet customer needs whilst maximizing profit margins.
* Foster and maintain strong relationships with key EPC, Energy and OEM clients, acting as their trusted advisor, understanding their unique requirements.
* Develop and implement a comprehensive market strategy for Spain, including market analysis, identifying opportunities, and setting strategic goals to expand the business.
* Lead and motivate a team of professionals, providing guidance, coaching, and mentorship to achieve performance targets and foster a culture of excellence.
* Collaborate with other departments, including operations, sales, and finance, to streamline processes and enhance overall efficiency.
* Take P&L responsibility and financial accountability for the overall performance of the region.
The Requirements:
* Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field. A master's degree is preferred.
* 10+ years experience within Freight Forwarding / Project Logistics
* Strong leadership skills with a proven track record of successfully managing and motivating teams to achieve exceptional results.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.
* Ability to travel as and when necessary.