Strategic Assistant (f/m/d) to the CEO Division Contract Logistics

Strategic Assistant (f/m/d) to the CEO Division Contract Logistics

Start date From now on
Time Type Full time
Contract Type
Permanent
Mobile Work No mobile working
Reference ID JR126843
Company Name Rhenus Warehousing Solutions Global GmbH & Co. KG
Locations
Hilden, Holzwickede
Job Category Administration | Assistent
Business Unit
Warehousing Solutions
Contact Person Sabrina Breuer

Your Benefits

Reference ID JR126843
Company Name Rhenus Warehousing Solutions Global GmbH & Co. KG
Locations
Hilden, Holzwickede
Job Category Administration | Assistent
Business Unit
Warehousing Solutions
Contact Person Sabrina Breuer

Job Description

What you can expect

  • Act as a trusted sparring partner to the Divisional CEO, supporting strategic decision-making, executive governance and the execution of key business priorities.
  • Take ownership of strategic and cross-functional projects, driving initiatives from conceptualization through implementation while ensuring measurable business impact.
  • Conduct in-depth financial, commercial and operational analyses, including P&L assessments, customer profitability evaluations, business cases and investment opportunities.
  • Support strategic growth, business transformation and operational excellence initiatives, including the advancement of digitalization, data analytics and AI.
  • Prepare high-quality executive presentations, decision papers and strategic recommendations, translating complex business challenges into clear, actionable insights.
  • Collaborate with senior executives, country management and Group functions to align stakeholders, drive accountability and ensure effective implementation of strategic decisions.

What you bring

  • University degree in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Logistics or a related field, combined with initial relevant experience in Contract Logistics, management consulting, corporate strategy, finance, operations or a comparable business environment.  
  • Strong analytical and conceptual capabilities, complemented by solid financial acumen and the ability to assess complex business challenges from both strategic and operational perspectives.
  • Experience in managing cross-functional projects and translating analytical insights into actionable recommendations and tangible business outcomes.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to engage senior executives, constructively challenge assumptions and influence without formal authority.
  • High degree of ownership, entrepreneurial thinking and sound judgment, combined with a structured, pragmatic and results-oriented approach in a dynamic international environment.
  • Exceptional learning agility, intellectual curiosity and leadership potential, with the ambition to develop into a future operational or functional leadership role; fluent business English is essential.

Business Unit

Warehousing Solutions

Rhenus Warehousing Solutions is one of the leading outsourcing partners for industry and commerce for warehouse logistics solutions. In addition to a large number of its own warehouse centers, Rhenus also takes on projects directly at our customers' premises. The comprehensive, additional services and IT solutions extend far beyond the standard warehouse logistics and complete the individual portfolio of our customers - everything from a single source. Our employees expect exciting tasks, a high degree of personal responsibility, and short decision-making processes as well as plenty of room for professional and personal development.

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Welcome to Rhenus

Where our journey of growth connects with yours.

We are a global powerhouse on a mission to be pioneers in everything we do. United, we make an impact and dare to redefine what's possible. Ready to unlock untapped potential. We are on the fast track. At Rhenus, we thrive on collaboration. Every voice is heard, and every idea is valued. We stand as one global team. Where everyone contributes to our success. Together, we shape the future of logistics and beyond. Empowered by you.

Recruitment Process

Online application

Your documents will reach us quickly and directly via our online application form; depending on the position, a cover letter may be required. In any case, we are eager to see your CV and references – for us, the best way to make a good first impression.

Application screening

Our HR team and the responsible department will take a close look at your application as soon as possible. We will do our best to give you feedback within two weeks. With your agreement, we would also be happy to forward the documents to other business units if the selected position does not work out.

Selection Process

Depending on the position, there are various ways of finding out if we are a good match for each other. In most cases, we rely on a personal interview, on a eye level of course. Online tests, assessment centres or work on a trial basis may also be possible. In the end, the best decision is taken for both sides.

Onboarding

With your commitment, you are a part of the Rhenus Group right away – we are already eager to shape the logistics of the future together with you. To ensure that your start is a complete success, we will familiarise you with everything you need to know about Rhenus and your assignment with us. Your experienced colleagues will guide you every step of the way, and together you will easily master each of your new tasks.

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