Global Project Management Office Expert

Led by Rodolphe Saadé, the CMA CGM Group, a global leader in shipping and logistics, serves more than 420 ports around the world on five continents. With its subsidiary CEVA Logistics, a world leader in logistics, and its air freight division CMA CGM AIR CARGO, the CMA CGM Group is continually innovating to offer its customers a complete and increasingly efficient range of new shipping, land, air and logistics solutions.

Committed to the energy transition in shipping, and a pioneer in the use of alternative fuels, the CMA CGM Group has set a target to become Net Zero Carbon by 2050.
Through the CMA CGM Foundation, the Group acts in humanitarian crises that require an emergency response by mobilizing the Group’s shipping and logistics expertise to bring humanitarian supplies around the world.

Present in 160 countries through its network of more than 400 offices and 750 warehouses, the Group employs more than 155,000 people worldwide, including 4,000 in Marseilles where its head office is located.

The Role :

The position of Chief of Staff reporting to the Group Head of Energy & Bunkering is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to strategic and innovative projects at the heart of CMA CGM's priorities.

This department plays a key role in supporting CMA CGM's commitment to achieving carbon neutrality by 2050. The Energy & Bunkering department manages the procurement and supply of conventional fuels and renewable energies for the Group's shipping activities, supporting a fleet of more than 750 vessels, as well as its aviation activities.

Building on strong Oil & Gas expertise, it is developing a multi-energy portfolio, including electricity, bio/e-LNG, bio/e-methanol and bio/e-ethanol. It also drives strategic partnerships with leading global energy companies.

Responsibilities :

• Organize and consolidate information from various departments and meetings, ensuring accurate and clear reporting, with recommendations when needed.

• Ensure clear and consistent communication with all key stakeholders across the Group, including Group Top Management.

• Lead and report on strategic and operational initiatives related to Energy & bunkering.

• Manage the Director's strategic priorities and ensure the coordination and follow-up of key decisions, projects, and executive engagements.

• Coordinate the department’s governance by organizing key management forums (agenda, presentations, minutes).

• Stay informed about energy sector trends to contribute effectively to discussions and initiatives.

• Implement best practices, tools, and innovative approaches within the team when relevant.

• Prepare and structure materials (speeches, presentations, briefing) for internal and external meetings – with the relevant Group departments.

• Work cross-functionally with various Group departments to gather key data and drive projects forward, acting as a key interface.

Profile :

• Top academic background (business school, engineering school, military academy, etc.).

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in an international and challenging environment, ideally involving strategic and operational projects in energy or decarbonization.

• Strong understanding of energy transition and sustainability challenges.

• Analytical mindset with the ability to solve complex problems and propose actionable solutions.

• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

• Excellent communication skills, comfortable working with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

• Highly adaptable and flexible in managing shifting priorities.

• Fluency in English and French is essential.

• Strong willingness to learn and grow within the Group.

Come along on CMA CGM's adventure!

Come along on CMA CGM’s adventure !