General Manager – Freight Operations
Pubblicato il 25-08-2026 - Willis Global in Milano
Our client, a Multi-National Supply Chain & Global Logistics Provider with an extensive network of offices across the globe are recruiting for a General Manager – Freight Operations to be based at offices in Milan and taking ownership of country operations.
The role reports directly into the CEO for Global Forwarding Solutions based at HQ.
On Offer:
A key leadership role within a growing Supply Chain & Logistics Specialist with great potential for future growth
Salary: EUR 110k - EUR 125k, depending on experience
Transport allowance
STI: 15% - 20%
And more
Main Purpose of the Role:
The General Manager – Freight Operations, Italy will take full ownership of the country's freight forwarding operations, leading a multi?site team, strengthening customer and vendor relationships, and ensuring the delivery of efficient, profitable, and high?quality service.
The role is accountable for operational performance, commercial alignment, and business growth across Italy while acting as the key liaison between local operations and the global HQ.
Responsibilities of the General Manager – Freight Operations, Italy
Lead and develop a small freight operations team across multiple locations in Italy to ensure efficient day-to-day performance
Coordinate with internal network offices overseas, Centre of Excellence (COE)
and agents
Build and maintain strong customer relationships and act as the escalation point for key customer issues
Manage relationships with shipping lines, co-loaders, and other logistics vendors
Prepare and manage competitive freight forwarding quotations in consultation with internal stakeholders
Collaborate with the sales and commercial teams to align operational capabilities with growth goals
Oversee P&L; and ensure profitability
Drive business growth and operational improvements
Participate in all audits, quality and excellence initiatives
Experience Required for the General Manager – Freight Operations, Italy
Fluency in English & Italian is essential to be considered
******* years in the Freight Forwarding Industry with 3 – 5 years' experience in managerial capacity
Strong knowledge of ocean freight, operations and rate management
Skilled in building customer and vendor relationships
Commercially savvy with a growth mindset
Hands-on leader with a passion for teamwork and results
Familiarity with Cargowise One will be advantageous
For full details, contact Willis Global – a leading Recruitment Consultancy for the Supply Chain & Logistics industry