Strategic Assistant to Director Global Marketing Rhenus Group (f/m/d)

Rhenus Group

Job Description

About the Company:

Rhenus Logistics is a leading global B2B logistics company, delivering end-to-end supply chain solutions across industries. Our network spans continents, and we pride ourselves on innovation, precision, and customer-centric service. As we grow and transform, our marketing team plays a critical role in driving business alignment, brand positioning, and commercial success.

Role Overview:

As Strategic Assistant to the Director of Global Marketing, you will act as a trusted advisor, project manager, and communications liaison to the Marketing team, as well to other internal stakeholders. This high-visibility role supports strategic planning, cross-functional initiatives, and operational effectiveness within the global marketing function.

This is not a traditional administrative assistant role. The ideal candidate is a sharp thinker with a business mindset, a strong grasp of B2B marketing and logistics dynamics, and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, global environment.

You will work closely with executive stakeholders across marketing, sales, product, and operations to help translate strategic goals into actionable plans and ensure alignment and execution.


  • Strategic Support & Execution
    Assist the Global Director in developing and managing the global marketing strategy and annual budget planning.
  • Executive Presentation & Reporting
    Prepare strategic presentations, briefings, and dashboards for leadership and board-level meetings.
  • Project & Program Management
    Support and help lead global marketing initiatives and campaigns, ensuring cross-functional coordination and timely delivery.
  • Steering Committee Coordination
    Organize and manage meetings for the Global Marketing Steering Committee, including agenda setting, documentation, and follow-ups.
  • Communication & Stakeholder Alignment
    Serve as a liaison between the Director and internal stakeholders; draft executive communications, business updates, and internal materials.
  • Market & Performance Insights
    Conduct research, benchmark against industry best practices, and collaborate with analytics teams to evaluate campaign performance and customer insights.


Education & Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field; MBA or Master's preferred.
  • 5+ years of experience in B2B marketing, strategy, or consulting.
  • Background in logistics, transportation, or industrial sectors is a strong plus.

Skills & Competencies

  • Strong strategic thinking and business acumen.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills (both written and verbal).
  • Project management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously.
  • High emotional intelligence (EQ) and ability to build and maintain stakeholder relationships across regions and functions.
  • Analytical mindset, comfortable working with KPIs, budgets, and dashboards.
  • Fluency in English; additional languages such as German and/or Spanish are a plus.

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