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Stephan Hulfeld

Crystal Lake

Summary

Dynamic Logistics Manager with over 20 years of experience in optimizing supply chain operations and driving efficiency. Proven track record of achieving significant business growth while consistently meeting organizational objectives and goals. Expertise in implementing strategic initiatives that enhance productivity and reduce costs, ensuring seamless logistics processes. Committed to fostering collaboration across teams to deliver exceptional results in fast-paced environments.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Trade Lane Manager Germany & BeNeLux

DSV Air & Sea
01.2024 - 09.2025
  • Developed and implemented strategic trade lane solutions to optimize logistics operations.
  • Analyzed market trends and customer needs to enhance service offerings across trade lanes.
  • Contributed to business development efforts by identifying potential new clients and creating tailored solutions to meet their needs.

Sales Manager, Route Development for Transatlantic

Interfracht USA
07.2023 - 12.2023
  • Onboarding new customers and managing own portfolio
  • Development of air & ocean freight products in and out of Europe
  • Identifying prospects and follow up on Sales Leads from overseas offices

Senior Manager, Route Development for DE/CH & AT/SEE

DB Schenker
01.2017 - 06.2023
  • Engage with the Operational and Management teams to ensure that key customers receive a high level of service and innovative logistics solutions
  • Develop and drive business strategy for customers based on their business needs
  • Create and implement business plans specific to strategic trade lanes and industries
  • Undertake market research and trade lane specific leads, and provide recommendations to commercial teams with the view to drive ongoing business development
  • Network and build relationships on a national and international basis with existing and potential customers
  • Responsible for supporting local sales resources and sales growth between the US and Germany, Switzerland, and Southeast Europe

Sales Lead Manager for Fairs & Exhibitions

DB Schenker
01.2013 - 01.2016
  • Ensured that Austrian companies received their exhibits to worldwide locations/events on time
  • Provided On-site support for set up and break down
  • Followed up on leads through our CRM System

Delegated Operations Development Manager

DB Schenker
01.2012 - 01.2013
  • Supervised and trained operations staff
  • Documented YoY P&L improvement of 43%, JAN 2012 - DEC 2013

Education

Graduated Business School - Freight Forwarding & Logistics

Hans-Mandl Berufsschule
01.2006

Skills

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in German and English
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Team Player
  • Results-oriented problem solver
  • Integrity and accountability
  • Proficient in Microsoft Suites (Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel)

Languages

English
German

Timeline

Trade Lane Manager Germany & BeNeLux

DSV Air & Sea
01.2024 - 09.2025

Sales Manager, Route Development for Transatlantic

Interfracht USA
07.2023 - 12.2023

Senior Manager, Route Development for DE/CH & AT/SEE

DB Schenker
01.2017 - 06.2023

Sales Lead Manager for Fairs & Exhibitions

DB Schenker
01.2013 - 01.2016

Delegated Operations Development Manager

DB Schenker
01.2012 - 01.2013

Graduated Business School - Freight Forwarding & Logistics

Hans-Mandl Berufsschule

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