Branch Manager-Logistics Operations

Redspher is Europe’s most seamless “time sensitive delivery platform” offering its customers a full array of off and on-line solutions to find, book and trace each individual time sensitive delivery in a simple and efficient manner.

Flash is part of Redspher and is the solutions provider for time-critical shipments throughout Europe via road and air services. With over 40 years of experience, Flash provides flexibility in the supply chain for various industries, from automotive, aeronautics and defense, to high-tech and Chemicals. The wide European network allows Flash to provide tailor-made premium freight solutions anywhere at any time. 

We are looking for a dedicated and performance-focused Branch Manager - Operations based at Nürnberg-Germany to lead daily operational activities, mentor and grow a high-performing team, and efficiently manage time-critical transportation solutions for a diverse customer base. The role combines people leadership, operational excellence, customer service, cost management, and business performance, with a strong focus on delivering high-quality transportation solutions in line with company policies, procedures, regulatory requirements, and profitability objectives. The position will report directly to Country Manager -Germany. 

Job Responsibilities:

1) Team Leadership & People Management 

● Lead, coach, and develop the operational/dispatch team.

● Plan staffing and coordinate daily operations.

● Build a collaborative, accountable, and performance-driven team.

2) Operational Management

● Organize, monitor, and optimize road and air transportation solutions.

● Ensure timely, cost-effective, compliant, and high-quality service delivery.

● Implement operational plans, procedures, and continuous improvements. 

3) Customer & Business Management 

● Deliver customer-focused transportation solutions while balancing service quality and profitability.

● Partner with Sales to achieve revenue and margin objectives.

● Identify opportunities to improve operational and business performance.

4) Supplier & Partner Management

● Develop and maintain a strong network of transport suppliers and partners.

● Evaluate partner performance and ensure reliable, cost-effective solutions.

5) Performance & Data Analysis

● Monitor, analyze, and report branch operational KPIs.

● Use data to drive decisions, improve performance, and achieve business objectives.

Profile Requirements: 

● Experience in operational management, ideally within transport or logistics.

● Strong leadership and people-management skills. (Staff planning)

● Excellent organizational and planning abilities.

● Customer-and profitability-oriented mindset.(Strong awareness of revenue, margins, costs, and overall business performance.) 

● Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

● Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

● Strong communication, relationship-building, and negotiation skills.

● Cost-conscious and results-oriented approach.

● Proactive, rigorous, stress resilience and service-minded personality.

● Strong MS Office and Google Suite skills.

● Knowledge of project-management and data-analysis tools.

● Fluent written and spoken German and English.

● Education: Training as a freight forwarding agent, or an equivalent qualification in Logistics, Transport, Business, or a related field.

What we offer:

● This is an opportunity to take ownership of a dynamic operational environment, build and develop a high-performing team, optimize transportation solutions, strengthen customer and supplier relationships, and directly contribute to business performance.

● An international and innovative organization

● A dynamic and growth driven group DNA

● Active Talent Management Programs

● Competitive salary package (base salary + interesting OPS Bonus scheme)

Start Date : 01.12.2026 

Redspher is a proud recipient of the Referral & Growth Culture Award 2026 from Sprad. We were recognized with the Strong Referral Culture Badge for confirming that employee referrals are a structurally embedded and successful hiring channel within our organization, and the Top Growth Culture Badge for meeting the core criteria of a lived growth culture where development is integrated into employees' experience. Learn more about our culture on our talent page at careers.redspher.com