Director Transport EMEA Central

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Transport (m/f/d) to lead and drive transport operations across the EMEA Central region. As the primary point of contact for all transport matters, you will oversee transport projects on a sub-regional basis, manage fleet operations, and lead the central logistics administration. You will also be responsible for managing transport cost topics and ensuring excellence activities related to transport are effectively executed.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all transport issues in EMEA Central, providing expert guidance and leadership across the region.
• Manage and support transport projects on a sub-regional level, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently, on time, and aligned with strategic objectives.
• Lead fleet management operations and oversee the central logistics administration to optimize resource utilization and operational efficiency.
• Take ownership of all transport-related cost topics, driving cost optimization and coordinating excellence initiatives that intersect with transport activities.
• Define, implement, and monitor improvement projects focused on enhancing transport performance, operational excellence, and compliance with relevant regulations.
• Lead tendering processes and negotiate contracts with service providers, establishing strong partnerships to ensure service quality and cost-effectiveness.
• Analyze and track key transport KPIs, ensure adherence to transport-related legal requirements including dangerous goods regulations, and collaborate closely with central management and European departments to drive standardization and continuous improvement.

• Strong analytical skills and deep understanding of transport-related key performance indicators.
• In-depth knowledge of transport-related legal requirements and compliance standards.
• Experience in operational excellence, process standardization, and handling complex logistics processes.
• High level of commitment, autonomy, and leadership capability.
• Extensive experience with tenders, contract negotiations, and managing service providers.

Experience

• Multi-year experience in the transport sector, with a strong focus on dangerous goods and the associated market environment.
• Several years of management experience in a relevant role.
• Proven track record in defining, implementing, and monitoring complex projects.

• Exciting professional tasks and challenges in a diverse and secure working environment with the world market leader in the chemical distribution industry and DAX listed company
• Arrange your working hours and breaks flexible via your flextime account; Thanks to our company's internal regulation on mobile working, your professional and private life can be combined even better
• Our personalized onboarding program, guarantees that you will be off to a quick start
• A competitive remuneration package, including holiday pay and a Christmas bonus, awaits you
• Take advantage of our company-sponsored pension scheme
• Benefit from free employee parking and convenient transport connections
• Our "House of Elements" offers modern and ergonomic workplaces, an award-winning company restaurant, and a selection of complimentary coffee varieties
• Your well-being is very important to us: Take advantage of our preventive health care offers, running groups, and yoga courses, and enjoy 30 relaxing days of holiday per year
• Stay fit and do your bit for the environment at the same time: Lease your dream bike conveniently via Brenntag

Be a pivotal part of a forward-thinking team shaping transport across a critical region. Bring your expertise, leadership, and passion for logistics to a role that challenges and rewards your skills.

Brenntag provides equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees of all backgrounds and identities to create a workplace where difference is valued because it forms a resilient and more innovative organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, religion or belief, parental and family status, or any other protected characteristic. We welcome applications from women, men and non-binary candidates of all ethnicities and socio-economic backgrounds.