General Manager - Transport and Logistics - Top 10 Globally

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Join a top 10 player in the international transport and logistics industry as their new General Manager

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Company: Michael Page New Zealand

Location: Auckland

Work type: Full Time

Salary: car + bonus

Phone: +64-3-100-3191

Fax: +64-7-690-4543

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Join a top 10 player in the international transport and logistics industry as their new General Manager

Client Details

Our clients business established in 1976 and with offices in more than 80 countries and an international network of partners and agents, they truly are a global player in the International freight and logistics sector. In their warehouses and distribution centres they offer logistics services including a variety of value-added services, designed to meet client specifications. From small businesses to large organizations, they add value to clients supply chain with intelligent and flexible solutions. Areas of specialty include Air Freight, Sea freight, project transport and logistics solutions.

Their focus on client delivery through excellent customer service and operational efficiency make them a leading player in the New Zealand market. An exciting opportunity has developed for a high performing leader to join their ever growing team and business.

Description

Reporting to the Managing Director the General Manager will be required to manage a dynamic set of responsibilities.

Your proven experience in driving revenue and profitability, leading and directing daily activities of the team as well as spearheading the development and roll out of strategic improvement initiatives targeted towards achieving optimum financial performance will be vital in achieving success in the role. You will be adept at providing consistent leadership across 6 direct reports within sales, operations, warehousing, customer service, freight and customs. You will have roughly 80+ indirect reports across the Auckland HQ which is their flagship location across NZ and Aus.

Formulating and implementing action plans, creating a challenging, rewarding and open work environment that facilitates constructive communication which motivates performance and retains staff are important components. You will be a conversationalist who can establish and maintaining strong customer relationships.

You will be proficient and focused on constantly monitoring the GP and cost control efforts across the departments. Understanding training and development needs and providing strong insight on an operational and sales front will leave you in good stead.

This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and high performing transport and logistics leader.

Profile

The successful candidate will have a strong track record working within the global freight and logistics/supply chain environment. You are currently employed in a senior people management position and have a dedicated record of delivering profitable company performance as well as being responsible for leading a commercial team to exceed budgets and empowering and developing talent. Time spent within the sector will assist in providing the correct operational methodology and processes as well as direction in taking advantage of the considerable opportunities.

You will relish formulating and implementing strategic plans at a head office level and implementing across the region. You are a collaborative professional with a proven history of engaging, managing and influencing relationships with senior level stakeholders across an organisation. Commercial and financial acumen/reporting will be essential in terms of analyzing performance. You care and have a deep understanding about customer service needs and delivering satisfaction.

Above all you have a deep understanding of what it takes to lead and deliver in a dynamic environment.

Job Offer

This is a rare opportunity for a true people leader from within the industry. An attractive remuneration package to reflect the required background is offered to the successful professional. On offer is also un-paralleled leadership and development opportunities.

To apply online please click the 'Apply' button below. For a confidential discussion about this role please contact Sam McCann on +649 354 8141.

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