
Country Manager Spain - Noatum Autologistics
Description
Noatum Automotive
Noatum Automotive delivers first class FVL & Port Logistics services tailored to its customers’ needs. Our strategy is based on complete neutrality towards Shipping Lines, Importers, and Manufacturers, which constantly drives and challenges our teams.
Providing a one-stop-shop service, we specialize in vehicle transportation, stevedoring and port terminal services, vehicle storage, technical service for vehicles (Technical Center & PDI), customs services, and the management of all the transport operations involved in vehicles supply chains.
As a global leader, we take pride in our multicultural and talented professionals, who are committed to providing engineered logistics solutions of the highest quality and with the utmost safety, supported by state-of-the-art digital capabilities.
As a specialized automotive logistics operator, Noatum Autologistics manages end‑to‑end vehicle logistics operations, including:
- Vehicle transportation (road, rail and RoRo)
- Inland compounds and vehicle storage
- Technical vehicle services (PDI, workshops, technical centers)
- Integrated logistics solutions across the automotive supply chain
With operations across multiple European countries and ongoing international expansion, Noatum Autologistics continues to strengthen its position as a key automotive logistics provider within the AD Ports Group ecosystem.
The Role
We are currently looking to hire a Country Manager Spain for our Noatum Autologistics division, based in Barcelona or Zaragoza.
The Country Manager Spain will play a critical leadership role, acting as the main responsible for business performance, operational execution, and financial results of Noatum Autologistics in Spain, while ensuring full alignment with the group’s regional and global strategy.
This role is essential to guarantee continuity, reinforce local leadership, and support the company during a period of significant growth, transformation and international expansion.
Key responsabilities:
- Financial Leadership
Assume full accountability for the P&L of Noatum Autologistics Spain, ensuring profitability, cost control, and achievement of financial targets.
Drive performance against budget, forecasts, and operational KPIs.
- Operational & Team Leadership
Lead and develop national and international operations teams, fostering a culture of accountability, performance, and continuous improvement.
Ensure operational excellence across transport operations, compounds, and technical services.
- Strategic Alignment & Growth
Implement and execute corporate strategy at country level.
Support growth initiatives, including new customers, new services, and operational expansions (e.g. new compounds).
Contribute to the integration of RoRo Logistics Forwarding and other automotive logistics services.
- Cross‑Functional Coordination
Ensure effective collaboration with Finance, IT, People, Legal, Compliance, and Corporate functions.
Support digitalization initiatives, system implementations, and process optimization.
- Client & Supplier Relations
Represent Noatum Autologistics Spain in high‑level engagements with OEMs, key clients, and strategic suppliers.
Lead commercial negotiations in coordination with group and regional stakeholders.
- Compliance, Safety & Governance
Guarantee compliance with corporate policies, local legislation, and industry regulations.
Ensure strict adherence to Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental standards.
Uphold AD Ports Group governance and reporting requirements.
- Performance Monitoring & Reporting
Track operational and financial performance, providing regular and structured reporting to senior leadership.
Identify risks, opportunities, and improvement actions.
- Process Optimization & Transformation
Drive standardization, continuous improvement, and scalability.
Advocate for process harmonization and digital transformation aligned with group initiatives.
We offer:
- Access to flexible remuneration plan: medical insurance, kindergarten, transport, training.
- Professional courses via Corporate University / Linkedin Learning
- Flexible schedule and working model.
- International environment with dynamic and young culture.
At Noatum Autologistics we guarantee equality and non-discrimination based on gender, sex, race, religion, disability, age and sexual orientation in our selection processes, to obtain better use of the capabilities of people in all their diversity, avoiding any type of discrimination.
Minimum requirements
Education
- Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or related field.
- MBA or postgraduate qualification is highly preferred.
Experience
- Minimum 5 years of senior management experience within logistics, automotive transport, or related industries.
- Proven P&L ownership and financial management experience.
- Background managing large‑scale operations, multi‑site environments, and cross‑border teams.
- Strong experience in stakeholder management and strategic planning.
Languages
Fluent English and Spanish (written and spoken).
Key Competencies
- Strong leadership and strategic mindset.
- Solid understanding of financial management and operational performance.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and influencing skills.
- Ability to manage complex operations and cross‑functional teams.
- Results‑driven, with a focus on operational excellence and continuous improvement.
Competencies
- logistics
- automotive
- business development