About Savino Del Bene Savino Del Bene is a global leader in international freight forwarding and logistics services, with a turnover exceeding 4.5 billion. With over 450 offices and more than 6,300 employees across five continents, we provide comprehensive air, sea, and land transport solutions. Leveraging strong partnerships with leading carriers, we deliver tailor-made logistics services for a wide variety of industries and commodities. We are currently seeking a dynamic, results-driven Country Manager/Managing Director to lead our operations in Malaysia , based in Klang . This is a unique opportunity for a senior logistics professional to oversee and drive our growth and performance in this key market. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement the country's business strategy in alignment with global and regional goals, with a strong focus on revenue growth, profitability, and market expansion. Operational Oversight: Supervise all freight forwarding operations including air , ocean , and ground transport , ensuring efficiency, compliance, and service excellence. Commercial Development: Lead and drive commercial activities, managing and expanding high-value client relationships and securing new business opportunities. Carrier & Vendor Relations: Negotiate contracts and build long-term partnerships with ocean and air carriers, ground transportation providers, and warehousing services. Financial Management: Take full P&L ownership, oversee budgeting, forecasting, performance analysis, and reporting. Team Leadership: Recruit, develop, and inspire a high-performing team. Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Compliance & Standards: Ensure operations meet all relevant quality, health, safety, and environmental (QHSE) standards, as well as legal and industry regulations. Requirements Bachelor's degree preferred. Minimum 15 years of experience in the freight forwarding and logistics industry. Proven leadership experience in a senior or country management role. Strong commercial acumen with a successful track record in sales leadership and key account management . Familiarity with legal and regulatory requirements within the freight forwarding sector. Key Competencies & Attributes Fluency in English and Malay, other regional languages a plus. Excellent negotiation skills with experience dealing with international carriers. In-depth knowledge of warehousing and distribution services. Outstanding communication , organizational , and presentation skills. Strong interpersonal and leadership abilities with the capacity to drive team performance. High level of self-motivation , ownership, and commitment to delivering results. Ability to analyze complex situations and solve problems effectively under pressure. Why Join Us Join a company with a rich history and ambitious global vision. As Italy's largest shipping company and one of the top 20 worldwide, Savino Del Bene offers an empowering environment where your leadership can make a direct and lasting impact. You&aposll be part of a global team committed to innovation, client success, and sustainable growth. If you&aposre an experienced logistics leader with a passion for operational excellence and business growth, we invite you to apply now and be a part of our success story. Show more Show less