Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from DSV - Global Transport and Logistics
Job overview
The General Manager at DSV oversees strategic direction, operations, compliance, and financial results, playing a key leadership role in ensuring operational excellence and customer satisfaction.
Responsibilities and impact
The General Manager manages operations to meet productivity and service goals, leads continuous improvement initiatives, ensures compliance with safety and legal standards, develops marketing plans, manages budgets, and fosters client relationships.
Experience and skills
Requires a high school diploma or GED; a bachelor's degree is preferred. Candidates must have 7 years of experience in logistics/distribution and 5 years in a leadership role, proficiency in Microsoft Office and WMS systems, strong communication, leadership, and financial management skills.
Work environment and culture
DSV values inclusivity, collaboration, accountability, and action, fostering a dynamic and diverse work environment focused on innovation and growth.
Company information
DSV is the world's 3rd largest global transport and logistics provider, founded in 1976 in Denmark, operating in over 80 countries with a focus on supply chain solutions.
Job location and travel
The position is located in Spartanburg, USA, within the Key Logistics division (c/o Michelin).
Application process
Applicants are encouraged to contact Human Resources for accommodations and will be contacted directly if selected for further consideration; DSV reserves the right to close vacancies at any time.
Unique job features
The role involves leading continuous improvement, LEAN, Six Sigma, and ISO initiatives, managing multi-client contract pricing, and acting as a primary customer interface for leadership decisions.
Company overview
DSV - Global Transport and Logistics is a Danish company that provides transport and logistics services worldwide. They operate through three main divisions: Air & Sea, Road, and Solutions, offering freight forwarding, supply chain management, and warehousing services. Founded in 1976, DSV has grown significantly through strategic acquisitions, including the notable purchase of Panalpina in 2019, which expanded its global footprint. The company generates revenue by offering integrated logistics solutions tailored to the needs of various industries, ensuring efficient and reliable transportation of goods across the globe.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight leadership in operations management, focusing on strategic direction, compliance, and financial oversight within logistics or supply chain environments.
Emphasize experience with continuous improvement methodologies such as LEAN, Six Sigma, and ISO standards, along with your ability to manage client relationships and contract negotiations.
Apply through multiple channels including DSV's official corporate careers page, LinkedIn, and other job boards that list this General Manager role to maximize your chances of visibility.
Connect with current DSV employees in the Solutions division on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like commenting on recent company growth, asking about their experience with DSV's continuous improvement culture, or inquiring about key challenges in the Spartanburg operation.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords such as 'operations management,' 'LEAN practices,' 'continuous improvement,' 'supply chain analysis,' 'budget management,' and 'client relationship management' to ensure your resume passes initial screenings.
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