General information

Legal entity

GEODIS is a leading global logistics provider acknowledged for its expertise across all aspects of the supply chain. As a growth partner to its clients, GEODIS specializes in five lines of business: Supply Chain Optimization, Global Freight Forwarding, Global Contract Logistics, Distribution & Express, and European Road Network. With a global network spanning nearly 166 countries and more than 49, 720 employees, GEODIS is ranked no. 6 in its sector across the world. In 2024, GEODIS generated €11.3 billion in revenue. GEODIS is a company owned by SNCF Group. 
This position is also open to anyone recognized as a disabled worker.  

Reference

2026-18488  

Line Of Business

FREIGHT MANAGEMENT

Position description

Type of assignment

Full-time Regular

Function

Operational activities - Freight Administration

Job title

Freight Forwarding Director M/F

Position requirements and constraints (working hours…)

weekly 40 hours (flexible scheduling)

Job description

As a member of the Board, strategically plan and manage airfreight, seafreight and project logistics activities of the entity
Preparing and implementing comprehensive business plans to facilitate achievement
Ensure company policies and legal guidelines are communicated all the way from the top down in the company and that they are followed at all times
Liaise and negotiate with suppliers and subcontractors
Meet cost, productivity accuracy and timeliness targets, KPIs
Preparing the yearly budget and the human resource plan of the activity
Cost control and monitoring of expenses; approving payment of expenses
Managing financial flows of the unit: invoicing, cost allocations; month-end close reporting to the HQ
Provide guidance and coaching to managers, supervising their daily activity

Applicant's profile

10+ years experience in Freight Forwarding and people management

Working time (%)

100

Position location

Position place

Europe, Hungary, Budapest

Location

Candidate criteria

Minimum level of education required

BACHELOR'S DEGREE

Years of experience in similar position

Senior (more than 10 years of experience)

Driving license

B

Languages

English (Fluent)