GM - Freight Forwarding Business

Our client is a global logistics solution provider

• Oversee and lead Ocean Freight Forwarding Business Group, ensuring alignment with the company’s strategic direction.
• Plan and monitor business and operational performance, manage customer relationships, and develop team members to drive business growth.
• Formulate and implement mid-term strategies and business plans to achieve growth and profitability.
• Manage team operations, provide operational solutions, and ensure processes meet business and customer requirements.
• Monitor and review team performance, making necessary adjustments to align with strategic objectives.
• Align processes, resource planning, and team goals with the overall strategy of the Business Group.
• Ensure effective coordination and information flow within and across teams.
• Secure competitive Ocean Freight rates and reliable shipping line services in line with procurement strategy.
• Offer a range of Ocean Freight Forwarding solutions for customer supply chains, including Import & Export FCL, Import & Export LCL Own Consolidation Service, and NVOCC Service.

• Minimum of 15 years of experience in the logistics industry, with at least 10 years in a management role.
• At least 1-3 years of direct experience as the Head of an ocean freight forwarding business.
• Extensive knowledge of Ocean Freight Forwarding (FCL, LCL, NVOCC), International Trade Legislation Compliance, Logistics & Supply Chain Management, Cargo Services/Operations Pricing, Cross Border logistics, Business Process Improvement, and Vendor Management.
• Strong business acumen, data analysis, and project management skills.
• Excellent leadership, people management, problem-solving, analytical, and systematic thinking abilities.
• High level of accountability, commitment, adaptability, and ability to thrive under high pressure.
• Customer-focused with a strong orientation towards collaboration and teamwork.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Proficient in business English, both spoken and written.

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher