| Transport & Logistics Manager | |
| Logistics Executive Kurdistan, Iraq Ref: GP327-523 |
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The RoleThe RoleExperience in Kurdistan Logistics sector required Attractive Salary + benefits Based in Kurdistan Our client has an extensive business in the Transportation & Logistics sector with interests in various countries in the Middle East, Indian Ocean and Central Asia. They have an immediate requirement for an experienced Transport & Logistics Manager in Kurdistan. The successful candidate will have a strong customer facing background and will be a “hands on” manager. The successful candidate will be required to establish, lead, manage and develop a Logistics business encompassing road, sea & air freight plus associated activities. Key Responsibilities: • Manage the roll out and development of new offices within the country • Set the medium to long term strategy and implement business plans to achieve this • Implement and ensure adherence to operational procedures in order to achieve operational excellence at all times - monitor and report on appropriate KPI’s • Manage the operational budget and maintain overall cost control over all operations and resources, to include negotiation of freight contracts with vendors • Regularly liaise with governmental & official bodies such as Customs Authorities • Be the catalyst for growth by identifying and following through on business development opportunities • Proactively monitor the market and competitors on a continuous basis and act upon this to grow the business and improve profitability. • Recruitment and training of staff, responsible for establishing a strong team spirit and a performance based culture |
RequirementsRequirements• A strong and stable career within the Logistics and Transportation industry in Kurdistan with excellent knowledge of all aspects of the business • Experience in setting up a new transport and/or freight operation will be an advantage • Strong commercial and client relationship skills and ability to work under pressure • Able to manage all financial & budgetary issues professionally • Must be able to read, write and speak fluent Kurdish and English • Should be numerate and have excellent overall communication skills • Strong IT skills, particularly with regards to MS office • Valid Kurdish driving license is essential |
About the CompanyAbout the CompanyLogistics Executive has been established for more than 10 years and delivers professional Executive Search & Recruitment services to the global Logistics and Supply Chain market. Our service covers the full spectrum of senior roles within the Logistics & Supply Chain vertical and includes support functions such as Finance & HR. We are also able to provide Interim Managers and Supply Chain Consultants on short or limited term contracts. Our knowledge and reach in the Logistics & Supply Chain sector usually means that we can provide better candidates than the ‘generalist’ search firms. We provide a suite of HR & Talent Management consultancy services to the industry including Outplacement, Executive Coaching, Psychometric testing, Assessment, Performance Reviews and Leadership Development programmes. The Dubai Regional Office covers Africa, Middle East, Central Asia / CIS, South Asia and the surrounding regions - however we source candidates globally through our international network. Our other international offices cover Europe, S.E. Asia and Asia Pacific. |
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