Country General Manager – Spain at AsstrA-Associated Traffic AG
AsstrA is a fast-growing international logistics group uniting over 1,100 professionals across 25 countries. For more than 29 years, we have delivered a full scope of logistics solutions including Air, Sea, Road, Intermodal and Breakbulk services. With rapid expansion and new offices worldwide, we offer exceptional opportunities for impactful leadership, continuous development and long‑term career growth.
Responsibilities
* Full executive ownership of the Spanish organization, ensuring operational excellence across sales, logistics, operations and customer service.
* P&L leadership with responsibility for budgeting, profitability, financial reporting, forecasting accuracy and disciplined cost control.
* Strategic expansion of Industrial Project Logistics, driving business growth in Spain and the wider Iberian market by developing high‑value EPC partnerships, strengthening project cargo capabilities and ensuring a transparent end‑to‑end commercial pipeline.
* Development and execution of a market growth strategy supported by a rigorous commercial funnel, including opportunity generation, negotiation leadership, margin optimisation and deal closure.
* Strengthening key client relationships while securing flawless execution of customer requirements and strict adherence to internal processes, compliance standards and legal frameworks.
* Building and optimising the supplier/carrier ecosystem to ensure reliability, capacity and alignment with global policies across project logistics, FTL/LTL, Air and Sea transport.
* Leading and developing high‑performing teams through strong hiring, coaching, performance management and close collaboration with HQ, functional directors and regional leadership.
Expectations
* Minimum 7–8 years of experience in logistics or freight forwarding.
* At least 3 years in senior management roles (Branch Director, COO, or equivalent).
* Experience leading multi‑location teams of 15+ people.
* Demonstrated P&L ownership, financial acumen and strategic decision‑making capability.
* Solid knowledge of Project Logistics as well as FTL/LTL, Air and Sea operations.
* Strong, structured leadership style focused on discipline, accountability and performance.
* Ability to operate under pressure, make firm decisions and maintain operational control.
What we offer
* A strategic executive role with full leadership authority over the Spanish organization and direct impact on regional business growth.
* A highly competitive compensation package, including performance‑linked incentives aligned with executive responsibilities.
* Tailored executive onboarding, access to advanced leadership development programmes and continuous professional growth supported by our corporate training ecosystem.
* Close collaboration with C‑level and regional leadership within a rapidly expanding international group.
* A clear executive career pathway with opportunities for further advancement across the global organisation.
* A sophisticated, multicultural environment designed to empower senior leaders and enable high‑performance management.
Seniority level
Executive
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
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