General Manager – Freight Operations
Pubblicato il 31-08-2026 - Willis Global in Monza
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.
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The role reports directly into the CEO for Global Forwarding Solutions based at HQ.
On Offer
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- 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
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- 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
- Participat