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

2025-15462  

Position description

Type of assignment

Full-time Temporary

Contract duration

12 months

Function

Support function - Business Excellence

Job title

Global Implementation Specialist M/F

Position requirements and constraints (working hours…)

Position to be located in GEODIS HQ
Vacancy opened for all LATAM candidates interested in the program

Job description

The main objective of the Global Implementation Specialist is to:
• Complete all directed training for alignment to implementation best practice.
• Meet with Global stakeholders to understand the process and function of each department that supports implementation efforts.
• Shadow the back of house task with direction from the Global Implementation Manager.
Ø Perform the internal setup task required for operations to deliver the customer's expectations.
Ø Understand the operations standard best practice for documenting the SOP & Work instructions for accurate training of operations.
Ø During hyper-care learn the process of assessing the quality of performance.
• Shadow the front of house task with direction from the Global Implementation Manager.
Ø Engage all functional departments on defined global implementation project, define and assign internal deliverables, with the support of Regional and/or Country implementation managers, and ensure completion of defined tasks.
Ø Facilitate engagement with customers' project leader, lead both internal and external meetings/conferences, coordinate multi activities, in a view of state of the art and successful on boarding.
Ø Learn to keep the momentum during the implementation phase, communicate on progress, and follow up on continuous improvement plan over the contract period.
Ø Ensure customer satisfaction at all stages of the implementation process, share knowledge of further customer requirements.

Applicant's profile

The ideal candidate for this role should have:
• Knowledge of internal freight forwarding operations, rules and processes (2 year min working for GEODIS);
• Bachealor´s Degree Completed
• Project Management Certification
• Good Performance (rating 3 and above in the last 2 performance appraisals)
• No history of Performance Improvement Plans
• Able to commit to a 12 month assignment
• Knowledge of project management principles;
• Strong planning and organizational skills, excellent time management;
• Attention to detail and impeccable follow through;
• Strong written, verbal communication, and interpersonal skills in a functional role;
• Ability to work regionally and globally and with a variety of cultures & key project stakeholders;
• Excellent negotiation & presentation technique;
• Ability to adapt to change quickly

Working time (%)

100

Monthly Salary

Annual salary in EUR to be reviewed during selection process

Position location

Position place

Europe, France, Île-de-France

Location

Candidate criteria

Minimum level of education required

BACHELOR'S DEGREE

Years of experience in similar position

Junior (1 to 5 years of experience)

Certifications

PMP Preferred

Languages

English (Fluent)