On behalf of an established international German logistics and freight forwarding group, we are conducting an executive search for several experienced leaders for the position of Branch Manager in Southern Germany Munich Nuremberg Stuttgart.
The company has a strong market presence and long standing expertise across Contract Logistics as well as Air and Ocean Freight and operates several modern logistics facilities in Germany providing comprehensive warehousing fulfillment and supply chain management services for international clients
As part of a strategic expansion, the company is planning to establish its first own branches in Southern Germany in order to strengthen its market presence in these regions
About the Role
As Branch Manager you will take on a key role in building and developing a new location within your region
You will be responsible for both the operational and strategic development of the branch and act as the central point of contact for clients partners and internal stakeholders The position offers entrepreneurial freedom within a structured and internationally oriented environment
Your Responsibilities
Location Development and Strategy
• Establishment and development of a new branch in the respective region
• Implementation of the company strategy at local level
• Identification and development of regional market opportunities
Sales and Business Development
• Development and maintenance of long term customer relationships
• Development and execution of local sales strategies
• Positioning of the company within the regional market
Operations and Organization
• Establishment of efficient processes and structures
• Ensuring high quality and service standards
• Close cooperation with central functions and international units
Leadership and Team Development
• Building and leading a local team
• Promoting a performance driven and sustainable corporate culture
Your Profile
• Several years of leadership experience ideally in building or developing business units or locations
• Background in a technical industrial or logistics related environment
• Strong entrepreneurial mindset combined with a hands on approach
• Experience in sales or business development is an advantage
• High level of independence and strong execution skills
• Very good command of German and English
The Offer
• Responsible leadership role with significant scope for shaping and development
• Opportunity to build and develop a location from the ground up
• Integration into an internationally operating organization
• Long term perspective within a stable and growing market environment
Contact
For a confidential discussion please contact our Executive Search expert
Christian Nebel at cn@wcl.de.