Managing Director, Logistics – North America

at  Daher

Job Title
Managing Director, Logistics – North America
Job Description Summary
We are looking for an experienced Managing Director to control and oversee all Logistics business operations, people, and ventures. You will lead the North American Daher Logistics Division and will be responsible for the overall success of all logistics operations. The ideal candidate will be a strategist and a leader able to steer the company to the most profitable direction while also implementing its vision, mission, and long-term goals. The main goal is to ensure the company is constantly moving towards fulfilling its short-term and long-term objectives and does not diverge from its strategic guidelines. One of the key strategic guidelines is to extend the customer base in the Southeast area of the United States and lead overall business development initiatives.

Job description

• Develop and execute the company’s business strategies to attain the objectives.
• Lead business development initiatives to enlarge our customer base in the country.
• Provide strategic advice to the Division & Group leaders so that they will have accurate view of the market and the company’s future in the country.
• Prepare and implement comprehensive business plans to facilitate achievement by planning cost-effective operations and market development activities.
• Ensure company policies and legal guidelines are communicated all the way from the top down in the company and that they are always followed.
• Communicate and maintain trust relationships with all stakeholders including customers, business partners and authorities.
• Oversee the company’s financial performance, investments, and other business ventures.
• Manage and drive direct or cross-functional support functions providing guidance and motivation to reach maximum performance.
• Review all submitted reports by your team to reward performance, prevent issues and conflicts and arbitrate when needed.
• Act as the public speaker and public relations representative of the company in ways that strengthen its profile.
• Analyze problematic situations and occurrences and provide solutions to ensure company growth.

Requirements

• Proven experience as Managing Director or other managerial position.
• Demonstrable experience in developing strategic and business plans.
• Profound knowledge of Supply Chain / Industrial businesses.
• Proven experience in external logistics contractual is a must.
• Aerospace business knowledge would be an added value.
• Thorough knowledge of market changes and forces that influence the company.
• Strong understanding of corporate finance and measures of performance.
• Familiarity with corporate law and management best practices.
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Outstanding analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• BSc/BA in business administration or relevant field; MSc/MA will be preferred.
• Fluency in French, Spanish or German would be a good addition for communications with European based Daher operations.

Who we are:
Daher is an aircraft manufacturer and an industry and service equipment supplier. Daher asserts its leadership in three main businesses: aircraft manufacturing, aerospace equipment and systems, logistics and supply chain services. With the stability provided by its family ownership, Daher has been committed to innovation since its creation in 1863. Today, present in 13 countries, Daher is a leader in Industry 4.0, designing and developing value-added solutions for its industrial partners.
Daher is a story of people with a passion for what they do and complete control over their own futures. Now it’s your turn to write your own story.

Join Daher to…

• Integrate a family group with a long-term vision
• Make a difference in a developing company
• Develop new skills thanks to the diversity of your missions
• Take part in a human and industrial adventure full of challenges
• Innovate and think outside the box by integrating a stimulating environment

Profile and other information related to the position
Compensation is $200,000 - $230,000 base salary plus annual target bonus. Offers to selected candidates will be made on a fair and equitable basis, taking into account specific job-related skills and experience. At Daher, your total rewards package is more than just your base salary as we offer a full benefit package including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays and more.
All applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, national origin, ancestry, physical/mental disability, medical condition, military/veteran status, genetic information, marital status, ethnicity, alienage, or any other protected classification, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. By completing an application with Daher, you are seeking to join a team of hardworking professionals dedicated to consistently delivering outstanding service to our customers and contributing to the financial success of the organization, its clients, and its employees. Equal access to programs, services, and employment is available to all qualified persons. Those applicants requiring accommodation to complete the application and/or interview process should contact an HR representative.
Daher complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as amended by the ADA Amendments Act, and all applicable state or local law.
Working hours
Full time
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