GM (Frankfurt, DE) – Time Critical Business
Job ID
CHR-028
Location
Frankfurt, Germany
Working mode
On-Site
Employment type
Full-time, Permanent
Starting date
ASAP
Travel required
Remuneration
based on candidate's experience and qualification
About our client:
Our client is a leading international time-critical logistics specialist with strong roots in the UK and an established global network across Europe and worldwide. Operating 24/7/365, the company provides highly responsive and tailor-made freight forwarding solutions for urgent and complex transport requirements across industries including aerospace, automotive, pharmaceutical, defence, high-tech and manufacturing.
Known for its operational excellence, customer-first approach, and ability to deliver fast, reliable and flexible logistics solutions, the company continues to strengthen its European presence and is now seeking an experienced General Manager to lead its Frankfurt operation.
Position Overview:
The General Manager will be responsible for overseeing the overall operational and commercial performance of the Frankfurt branch. This role requires a hands-on leader with strong experience in freight forwarding and time critical logistics, capable of driving business growth, managing key customer relationships, and ensuring the highest standards of operational efficiency and service quality.
The successful candidate will play a key role in expanding the company’s footprint in Germany while leading and developing a high-performing local team.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage the Frankfurt branch with full operational and commercial responsibility
- Drive business development activities and identify new growth opportunities within Germany and surrounding markets
- Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, suppliers, airlines, and logistics partners
- Oversee day-to-day time critical operations, ensuring smooth execution of urgent shipments and premium customer service
- Develop, mentor, and motivate operations and commercial teams
- Monitor branch profitability, budgeting, and financial performance
- Ensure compliance with internal procedures, industry regulations, and quality standards
- Support strategic planning and contribute to the company’s continued international growth
- Represent the company at industry events, customer meetings, and networking activities
Expectations
- Proven experience within freight forwarding, preferably in time critical or urgent logistics environments
- Strong leadership and team management capabilities
- Commercially driven with a proven track record in business development
- Solid understanding of air freight, road freight, and supply chain operations
- Existing industry network within Germany is considered an advantage
- Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills
- Fluent English skills are essential; German language skills are highly desirable
- Based in Frankfurt area or willing to relocate
What’s Offered
- Opportunity to join a highly respected and growing international logistics organization
- Entrepreneurial and dynamic working environment
- High level of responsibility and autonomy
- Competitive salary package with performance-based incentives
- Long-term career development opportunities within an international setup
Don’t wait and contact us now! Get in touch!
We are looking forward to receiving your application.
If you are passionate about time critical business, operations, and leadership, while seeking a new challenge, please submit your CV highlighting your relevant experience and key achievements to Olga Romanova at contact@cargohr.com
Please include “GM, time critical – FRA” in the subject line.
Diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities hold significant importance for us and our clients. We welcome applications regardless of gender, age, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, disability, sexual orientation, and identity.
Application Deadline: 12.07.2026
