Logistics Operations Manager (m/f/d)

Key Responsibilities

Operations Management

• Lead and manage day-to-day trucking operations across European trade lanes.
• Oversee route planning, fleet scheduling, and capacity utilization to meet delivery deadlines.
• Ensure timely and cost-efficient movement of goods between warehouses, fulfillment centers, and distribution hubs.
• Monitor KPIs such as on-time delivery, cost per shipment, and fleet efficiency.

Team Leadership

• Build, lead, and develop a high-performing trucking operations team.
• Set clear objectives, provide coaching, and conduct performance reviews.
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Carrier & Vendor Management

• Manage relationships with 3PLs, trucking carriers, and transportation partners across Europe.
• Negotiate rates, contracts, and service-level agreements (SLAs).
• Evaluate carrier performance and drive improvements in service quality and cost.

Cost & Performance Optimization

• Analyze transportation costs and identify opportunities for savings.
• Implement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.
• Develop and manage the trucking operations budget.

Compliance & Safety

• Ensure full compliance with EU transportation regulations, customs requirements, and health & safety standards.
• Maintain adherence to driving hours regulations, ADR (where applicable), and cross-border transport laws.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with warehouse, supply chain, and customs teams to ensure seamless operations.
• Provide reporting and insights to senior leadership on trucking performance.

Requirements

Experience & Education

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in logistics/transportation, with at least 2–3 years in a managerial role.
• Proven experience in road freight/trucking operations, ideally within e-commerce, retail, or FMCG sectors.
• Experience managing cross-border European transportation is strongly preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of European trucking regulations and freight operations.
• Excellent leadership and people management skills.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency with Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and logistics software.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Languages

• Fluency in English (written and spoken) is required.
• Polish language skills are a strong advantage.
• Additional European languages are a plus.