General Manager - France | Strategic Leadership & Business Growth Expert

Hybrid Model (remotely & in the office)

Are you a logistics go-getter with a passion for growth and a deep affinity for time-critical and high-performance logistics? Do you thrive in dynamic environments where you can make an immediate impact? time:matters is looking for entrepreneurial individuals ready to take ownership of a high-potential market and drive our expansion forward.

Facts

  • Location

    Paris

  • Employment level

    Direct entry

  • Function

    Business Strategy / Corporate Development

  • Working time

    Full time

  • Application deadline

    04-25-2025

  • Shape and Drive Business Growth: Lead the development and execution of innovative business strategies that fuel exponential growth.
  • Build Partnerships: Cultivate strong relationships with clients, partners, and stakeholders to drive business and enhance time:matters' market position.
  • Lead Teams: Inspire and manage a high-performance team, fostering collaboration and ensuring exceptional results.
  • Analyze Market Trends: Monitor trends and competitor activity to identify new opportunities 
  • Ensure Compliance: Oversee operations in France, ensuring legal and regulatory compliance while driving efficiency.
  • Represent at Industry Events: Promote time:matters at conferences and networking events, strengthening brand presence and key relationships.
  • Collaborate Globally: Align with global leadership to share best practices and drive worldwide success.
  • Manage Financials: Control the budget and financial performance in France, ensuring alignment with global goals.
  • Ensure Customer Satisfaction: Oversee customer service operations to maintain high satisfaction and loyalty.
Contact

Check us out! 

https://www.time-matters.com/fr/

What we’re looking for
  • A responsible and ambitious individual ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role
  • A proven track record of entrepreneurial success 
  • A strong commercial mindset with the ability to think strategically and lead with impact
  • A passion for shaping the future and leading initiatives
Your ability to lead and innovate in the time-sensitive logistics space will be key.

This role is about building and growing our branch in France, leveraging an already established network of business relationships and our strong presence across Europe. You’ll be driving the next phase of development—shaping strategy, leading teams, and cultivating commercial success.

Good talent moves fast.

If you're ambitious, driven, and eager to make a difference in an environment that rewards initiative and results—this is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.

If you think you could be a great fit — even if your experience doesn’t align perfectly — we encourage you to apply.

 

We believe the right mindset can outweigh a perfect checklist. If you’re ambitious, driven, and eager to grow, we’d love to hear from you — even if you don’t tick every box.

  • Educational Background: Master’s degree preferred, or a Bachelor’s with relevant leadership experience.
  • Leadership Drive: Experience as a General Manager or senior manager, or ready to take the next step in driving strategic growth and change.
  • Languages: Fluent in French and English, with strong communication skills across diverse cultures.
  • Team Leadership: Able to inspire and lead teams, ideally within a matrix environment, promoting collaboration and performance.
  • Hands-On Mentality: You’re adaptable, proactive, and focused on making things happen.
  • Business Acumen: Skilled in managing teams and financials with a focus on results and efficiency.
  • People Skills: Natural networker and negotiator, building strong relationships.
  • International Outlook: Comfortable in multicultural environments, open to occasional travel.
  • Work Authorization: Eligible to work in France without restrictions.
About time:matters Netherlands B.V.

We at time:matters are the Experts for High Performance and global Special Speed Logistics and we love what we do! We transport urgently needed spare parts, life-saving stem cells and important documents by air, rail and road quickly and reliably from A to B - if required also personally accompanied by an airmates On Board Courier. For our customers, our more than 330 employees worldwide implement tailor-made logistics solutions and make the seemingly impossible possible. Would you like to contribute to the success of time:matters with your unique personality?

www.time-matters.com/de/
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