Job title: Group Transportation Manager
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Manufacturing and Production
Location: Athens, Greece
Job published: 2024-10-31
Job ID: 32522

Job Description

Arsis Global is a CEE based talent matchmaker for business professionals and leading businesses to drive breakthrough performance and provide efficient solutions for future challenges. Our goal is to connect talents like you to premier companies in a wide variety of industries and regions to push the boundaries and achieve the extraordinary.

GROUP  TRANSPORTATION MANAGER  - GREECE

 

Location: Athens, Greece

Industry: manufacturing

 

THE JOB

  • Oversee and coordinate the transportation of goods between the plants and to customers across Greece
  • Ensuring timely and accurate deliveries.
  • Monitor and control transportation costs, striving for cost reduction while maintaining efficiency and high service levels.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with transportation providers, negotiating annual agreements
  • Lead and manage the transport team and/or shared colleagues at local plants, ensuring effective coordination, clear communication, and a collaborative approach.
  • Foster a positive and proactive work environment, encouraging a "can-do" attitude among team members and peers.
  • Work closely with plant warehouses, the sales department, and other internal stakeholders to ensure smooth and efficient supply chain operations. 
  • Work collaboratively with various departments, including Procurement, Sales, and Production.

 THE PERSON

  • Proven experience in a similar role, preferably within the production or manufacturing sector.
  • Strong knowledge of the truck transport market in Greece
  • Good understanding of transport cost management and logistics optimization in Greece
  • Experience in team management
  • Proficiency in English, with strong verbal and written communication abilities, native Greek
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to use data to drive decision-making and process improvements.
  • Experience with SAP software is essential for effective transport and inventory management.
  • Experience in contract negotiation with transport service providers is a plus.
  • Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively. 

If you are looking for a new challenge or a position with freedom to apply your knowledge and skills, please register with your CV, preferable in English.

 

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