Head of Project Operations
Descrizione dell'offerta
The Rhenus Group is one of the leading logistics service providers operating worldwide. We offer tailor-made solutions along the entire supply chain for companies from a wide diversity of industries. From multimodal transports to perfect warehousing, from smooth customs clearance to innovative value-added services: We always keep our pulse on the times and are at our customers' side.
We are looking for a Head of Project Operations who is going to be responsible for leading and overseeing the operational execution of project logistics activities across the organization. The role ensures the successful delivery of complex logistics projects involving Air, Ocean, and multimodal transport solutions.
This position provides strategic and operational leadership to the Project Operations team, ensuring standardized processes, operational excellence, cost control, and compliance with international logistics regulations.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead and oversee the end-to-end operational execution of project logistics shipments.
- Supervise and guide Project Managers and Project Operations Coordinators, ensuring efficient project execution.
- Establish operational procedures, standards, and best practices for project logistics activities.
- Ensure proper planning and coordination of project shipments, including routing strategies, schedules, and milestones.
- Monitor project progress, operational performance, and service quality across all ongoing projects.
- Identify operational risks and implement risk mitigation and contingency strategies.
- Oversee project budgets, cost structures, and operational profitability.
- Monitor and review KPIs and operational performance metrics.
- Lead project review meetings and provide regular reports to senior management.
- Ensure compliance with transport regulations, customs procedures, and safety standards.
- Support commercial teams in the preparation of tenders and logistics project solutions.
- Manage relationships with carriers, logistics providers, and operational partners.
- Allocate resources across projects and ensure efficient team workload management.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize project logistics operations.
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or similar.
- 8-10+ years of experience in freight forwarding, logistics operations, or project logistics.
- Proven experience managing complex logistics projects involving Air and Ocean transport.
- Previous experience in team leadership and operational management.
- Strong knowledge of international transport processes, customs regulations, and project cargo operations.
- Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
- Fluency in Italian and English.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
- Continuous Training : Sharpen your skills and advance your expertise with our professional development programs.
- Great Team : It's truly the people that make the difference - and with us you'll join the best team around.
- Flat Hierarchies: Get straight through to the decision-makers with our streamlined organizational structure.
- Room for Innovation : Turn your ideas into action in an environment that champions creativity and empowers you to lead change.
- Events : From team outings to holiday parties and networking events, we build strong connections by spending quality time together.
- Quick Decision Processes : Make things happen faster with streamlined processes that promote efficiency and effectiveness.