Do you want to be a valued part of the critical infrastructure that serves communities across Europe and beyond? Are you looking for a position in which you can set direction and help shape our company? If so, then you could be the newest addition to our team as Logistics General Manager.
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About the role
As Logistics General Manager, you'll lead the shipping & logistics activities for the Immingham operation whilst also encompassing the cross dock operation that we operate within, working in collaboration with the wider warehousing operations and with direct responsibility for the logistics warehousing. This varied role is responsible for many large, strategic customers with complex supply chains. Responsible for customer service control towers, commercial prowess is essential in leading the customer focused teams and developing strong customer relationships. Working closely with international partners, you will build multimodal, 3PL solutions including shipping, warehousing and onward distribution
You will be responsible for:
- Leading and developing a management team, including Business & Operations, Warehousing, Commercial and Distribution
- Ensure Health and Safety within the logistics warehouses
- Building strong customer relationships with Key Account Management of DFDS strategic accounts.
- Contribute to developing efficient and cost-effective solutions, considering the complexities of multi modal transportation, warehousing and onward distribution throughout the UK & Ireland
- Establish relationships with internal and external suppliers of warehousing and transportation
- Multiple P&L responsibility, customer rate setting, negotiations and control of supplier costs
- New business development and organic growth
- Complex stakeholder management
- Strategic development of the department and the wider DFDS strategy
- Driving high level performance and a continuous improvement culture
- Reviewing and developing new solutions as customer supply chains evolve
- Partnering with international teams and driving one DFDS solutions
- Onboarding new customers, developing bespoke solutions, and project management
About you
Are you a passionate, solutions driven leader with a strong commercial background, that would thrive in a fast paced, complex environment? We are on the hunt for a commercially savvy, customer focused leader who can navigate both strategic and operational landscapes. If you thrive in a high-pressured environment whereby you need to make critical decisions, whilst navigating a complex matrix structure, we would like to hear from you. Dedication, strong communication skills and inspiring leadership will be key to your success in this role. Join us and make an impact in DFDS's high profile shipping and logistics solutions.
We think the strongest teams are built on diversity and inclusivity. Contrasting opinions, varied skills and strong characters bring out the best in us all. And we cannot wait for you to join.
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Be a valued member of a diverse team at DFDS and help drive change together.
While you're with us, we want you to develop. At DFDS, we believe that development happens first and foremost through activities in the workplace. We will also offer training courses that can support you in your role, if needed.
Now about what we can give you. You'll be able to access some fantastic benefits such as:
- Life assurance cover
- Contributory company pension scheme
- Holiday Purchase Scheme
- Free ferry travel for up to 4 guests between Dover and Calais / Newcastle and Amsterdam with no limit on trips
- Full employee assistance programme including:
- Proactive financial, emotional, mental, and physical health care support including face to face counselling, fast 24/7 access to a GP, a second medical opinion and legal support for colleagues and their family.
- Huge range of retail discounts from high street and online retailers
- Cashback on health care including dental, optical, physiotherapy, prescriptions, specialist consultations and much more.
- Access to Thrive, our award-winning Wellbeing platform.
- Access to mental health first aid and opportunity to join support webinars with a focus on all areas of positive wellbeing.
Are we a match? Then what are you waiting for? Apply Now.
If you think your personality, skills, experience, and desire match this role, we'd love to hear from you. Please send us your CV as soon as possible, as we're keen to meet potential candidates on an ongoing basis.
We look forward to hearing from you.