The Head of Road Freight and CDZ at Continental Movers carries full P&L responsibility for Road Freight (RFR) and Customs Clearance & Declaring (CDZ) operations within the DHL Global Forwarding (DGF) network. The role is responsible for driving revenue growth, maintaining DGF compliance standards, managing country tariffs, and building a high-performance logistics team in Kampala.
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Continental Movers
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Duties, Roles and Responsibilities
- Maintain full P&L responsibility for Road Freight (RFR) and CDZ operations to achieve target budgets and EBIT goals.
- Drive market share and revenue growth across RFR and CDZ segments in coordination with sales teams.
- Ensure compliance with internal DHL Global Forwarding (DGF) policies, industry regulations, and Customs procedures.
- Oversee Customs licenses, deferment bonds, tariff management ('Country ACC tariffs'), and standalone CDZ pricing.
- Develop and implement customer solutions for new accounts, tenders, and complex logistics RFQs.
- Manage supplier performance, vendor relationships, and operational resource allocation for RFR and CDZ.
- Maintain risk registers for bonded cargo, refunds, and customs acquittals to minimize operational and financial exposure.
- Direct departmental staff, establish KPIs, perform appraisals, and build a high-performance service culture.
Qualifications, Education and Competencies
Qualifications & Experience:
- Master's degree in Business Management, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field.
- Minimum of 8 years in the logistics and freight forwarding industry, with at least 5 years in a managerial position.
- In-depth technical knowledge of Road Freight (RFR) and Customs Clearance & Declaring (CDZ) products and regulations.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and specialized logistics software applications.
Skills & Competencies:
- Strong financial management capability with proven experience in P&L control and budgeting.
- Demonstrated leadership, team development, coaching, and performance management skills.
- Strong commercial negotiation, client relationship management, and tender management abilities.
- Sound risk management judgment and problem-solving mentality under pressure.
How to Apply
About Continental Movers
Continental Movers is a dedicated relocation partner committed to making every move stress-free and efficient. With extensive experience in long-distance and specialty moving, our team provides professional, reliable service tailored to the unique needs of families and businesses, ensuring your belongings are handled with the utmost care from start to finish.
Mission
To provide reliable, professional, and stress-free long-distance moving services that prioritize customer satisfaction and the safe transport of belongings.
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