General Manager

Job Req Number:  114796
Time Type: Full Time

At DSV we're building the world’s leading logistics and transport network. With this exciting growth comes opportunity — and we’re looking for new talent to join us. 

General Manager 
Dublin - Ballycoollin 
Mon- Fri 37.5 hours per week

A great opportunity has arisen for an experienced General Manager to lead our Contract Logistics sites in Ballycoolin. The successful candidate will be responsible for  driving high-quality service delivery and performance against customer agreements. This role delivers site strategy, operational excellence, and customer-focused solutions alongside driving efficiency, enhancing value-added services, and delivering sustainable profitability.
 
What will you be doing?

•    Ensure effective management of site operations, systems, and procedures in line with company standards, 
•    Ongoing performance monitoring and corrective action where required. 
•    Maintain all facilities and equipment to legal and safety standards.
•    Lead customer relationships (operational and financial), drive continuous improvement, collaborate with Business Development to grow new and existing business.
•    Own site financial performance, including budgets, cost control, and alignment with Finance to maximise profitability.
•    Build and develop high-performing teams through effective talent planning, performance management, and employee engagement.
•    Promote clear communication, strong leadership, and proactive risk management across all site operations.
•    Ensure full adherence to Health, Safety and Environmental standards, including ISO requirements, and maintain high housekeeping and site security standards.

About You

•    Proven experience in a senior warehouse/logistics role (Assistant GM or similar), ideally within a large 3PL, multi-user environment
•    Strong financial and commercial acumen, including P&L, budgeting, forecasting, and contract/rate management
•    Solid understanding of warehouse operations, WMS, and inventory management
•    Strong leadership skills with a track record of building, developing, and motivating high-performing teams
•    Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
•    Analytical mindset with strong decision-making and attention to detail
•    Highly customer-focused with a passion for service excellence
•    Proficient in MS Office 365 (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
•    Experience driving continuous improvement and operational efficiency (Lean/Six Sigma desirable)
•    Ability to support business growth and work cross-functionally, including with suppliers and commercial teams

Additional:

•    Full driving licence
•    Degree in business or similar (desirable)
•    IOSH / NEBOSH (desirable)

What can we offer you?

Competitive Salary Package and an opportunity to be a part of and grow within a driven and successful company, with a team of 160,000, operating in over 90 countries.
In addition, we can offer access to a selection of employee benefits, such as:

Enhanced Annual Leave Entitlement from your start, which increases with length of service.
Salary Sacrifice Cycle Scheme
Employee counselling, for support with physical and mental wellbeing
Company Pension, which, when a member of, also provides access to Life Cover and Critical Illness cover

Next Steps

If this sounds like the next step for you, please follow the links and apply with your CV without delay!

Please be aware that all successful candidates will undergo necessary right-to-work checks and certain sites require 5-years’ worth of referencing and background checks.

We do not accept CV details from Recruitment Agencies unless DSV have engaged directly regarding the role requirements beforehand. 

DSV – Global transport and logistics

Working at DSV means playing in a different league.

As a global leader in transport and logistics, we have been on an extraordinary journey of growth. Let’s grow together as we continue to innovate, digitalise and build on our achievements.

With close to 150,000 colleagues in over 90 countries, we work every day to offer solid services and meet our customers’ needs and help them achieve their goals. We know that the best way to achieve this is by bringing in new talent, fresh perspectives and ambitious individuals like you. 

At DSV, performance is in our DNA. We don’t just work – we aim to shape the future of logistics. This ambition fuels a dynamic environment built on collaboration with world-class team players, accountability and action. We value inclusivity, embrace different cultures and respect the dignity and rights of every individual. If you want to make an impact, be trusted by customers and grow your career in a forward-thinking company – this is the place to be.

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