Head of Operations (Freight)

Budapest
Állandó
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2 hónapja

Job Description:We are partnering with a leading international logistics provider undergoing strategic development across its European operations. They are now looking to appoint a seasoned Head of Operations to lead their Freight Management unit in Hungary. The role is ideal for someone with a strong command of end-to-end transport operations, leadership of operational teams, and the commercial acumen to support business growth in a competitive market.This is a key role with full ownership of the operations lifecycle, reporting directly to the Country General Manager. You will shape strategy, drive performance, and align operational delivery with commercial goals across multi-modal logistics services.Description:As Head of Operations, your core responsibilities will include:

Leading, coaching, and developing a team of logistics professionals, with full accountability for performance management, onboarding, and growth.
Overseeing the execution of customer transport orders across Europe, ensuring service delivery is timely, accurate, and within budget.
Aligning operational resources to meet growing business demands and supporting commercial teams with operational insights and market intelligence.
Ensuring accurate capacity planning and optimal haulier utilization to maximize profitability and efficiency.
Coordinating with internal departments, customers, and hauliers to proactively address disruptions, resolve issues, and improve workflows.
Monitoring KPIs and cost metrics (AMR, margin, volumes), and reporting operational performance to senior management on a regular basis.
Driving continuous improvement through better use of the Transport Management System and promoting data accuracy and system compliance.
Enforcing safety, compliance, and policy standards across all operational processes.

Requirements:Essential:

10+ years of experience in freight forwarding or 3PL logistics, with direct operational ownership
5+ years of experience in team and budget management
Fluency in Hungarian and English
Deep knowledge of European transport markets and freight networks
Demonstrated ability to manage costs, lead teams, and deliver on performance targets
Hands-on, collaborative leadership style with strong communication skills

Desirable:

Experience in multimodal logistics or account management
Familiarity with project-based logistics or growth-stage environments
Training or certification in project or operations management

Benefits:

A strategic and high-impact leadership role in an established logistics organization
Full ownership of operational decision-making at country level
Performance visibility and direct reporting line to the General Manager
Dynamic and collaborative environment with opportunities for innovation
Tools and support systems aligned with international best practices (Microsoft 365, TMS)
Office located in Budapest with regional stakeholder exposure
Competitive compensation and benefits package based on experience

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