Contract Logistics Director | Norway

Our client, a leading global logistics company, is looking for a new Contract Logistics Director to oversee all activities of their facility in Norway. This pivotal role involves full responsibility for staffing, work distribution, and oversight of operations. As a Director you will regularly review financial, sales, and operational reports, including monthly P&L statements. Additionally, this role is crucial for workforce planning and development, ensuring employee performance aligns with the company's strategic objectives and will also play a key role in shaping the future direction of the organization. You will be an ideal candidate for this position if you are hands-on, highly collaborative, and adept at navigating complex environments to deliver outstanding results.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review reporting and business intelligence tools daily to monitor performance, cost management, and financial operations.
• Manage the subsidiary's operations and administration to meet company goals.
• Develop country-specific objectives, strategies, policies, and operating plans.
• Implement strategic plans to ensure revenue, productivity, and profitability targets are met.
• Establish and evaluate performance standards for growth and profitability.
• Collaborate with regional management to enhance operating effectiveness and financial performance.
• Maintain compliance with company policies and ISO procedures.
• Ensure uniform interpretation and administration of corporate policies by subordinates.
• Provide ongoing coaching and development of staff skills.
• Maintain the highest standards of customer service for both internal and external customers.
• Foster a teamwork-oriented environment.
• Manage client metrics related to quality, productivity, and performance.
• Support the business with Contract Logistics Solutions for new and existing customers.

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in International Logistics or related field preferred.
• Experience with EDI/Cargo Wise systems preferred.
• Extensive management experience with P&L responsibility.
• Strong background in Contract Logistics and E-commerce.
• Highly organized with the ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret and derive insights from various sources.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Open to new approaches and alternative methods to achieve results despite setbacks.
• Understands and applies commercial and financial principles to improve performance.
• Team player capable of thriving in a challenging and dynamic environment.
• Knowledge of the freight forwarding and logistics industries.
• Skilled negotiator and problem solver

If you have the required experience and would love a new challenge, send your CV or reach out to mariya@adamsrecruitment.com.