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In 1976, ten independent hauliers joined forces and founded DSV in Denmark. Since then, DSV has evolved to become the world's 3rd largest supplier of global solutions within transport and logistics. Today, we add value to our customers' entire supply chain by transporting, storing, packaging, re‑packaging, processing and clearing all types of goods. We work every day from our many offices in more than 80 countries to ensure a steady supply of goods to production lines, outlets, stores and consumers all over the world. Our reach is global yet our presence is local and close to our customers. Read more.

Location: USA - Boise, 7039 S. Eisenman Road
Division: Solutions
Job Posting Title: General Manager - 102799
Time Type: Full Time

Position Summary

The General Manager of operations is a highly visible leadership role. The GM oversees strategic direction, operation, compliance and financial results for a designated operation. The GM serves as a primary customer interface for proposal approval and contract negotiations, champions local continuous improvement activities, LEAN practices, supply chain analysis, Six Sigma initiatives and ISO activities. The GM also develops marketing plans and assists in growing new business, while ensuring adherence to corporate mission, vision and core values and consistently meeting client and company expectations.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Ensures that systems and procedures are in place for managing operations, equipment, and products in a safe and profitable manner in accordance with company policies, guidelines, and procedures.
• Leads operations to meet prescribed productivity and service goals, complying with terms outlined in the site operating agreement with the client.
• Sets goals to drive company Continuous Improvement efforts.
• Works to develop and maintain productive business relations with vendors, suppliers and all business partners, ensuring OSHA requirements and all federal and state laws and compliance are implemented.
• Assists in setting standards appropriate to client and scope of work.
• Develops and manages a system of controls to ensure that service level and operations performance goals are met within prescribed cost, revenue, and profit parameters for operations.
• Partners with senior leadership to develop and recommend annual operating budget.
• Responsible for the overall safety and security of operation.
• Develops team to achieve company and client objectives for the operation.
• Actively supports and practices mentoring, succession planning, and management development activities at the site level.
• Communicates the mission, vision, and core values to motivate direct reports.

Other Duties

• Work overtime as dictated by business whether mandatory or voluntary.
• Performs other duties as required.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Manages operations managers.

Education and/or Experience

• Must have a high school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Bachelor's degree is preferred.
• 7 years' experience working in a logistics/distribution/relevant environment.
• 5 years' experience in a leadership role in logistics/distribution/supply chain environment in operations management capacity.
• Must be able to work in unregulated temperatures within the warehouse during the warmer and colder months can range from mild to moderate.

Computer Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and Power Point).
• Demonstrated proficiency in applicable WMS systems.

Language Skills

• English (reading, writing, verbal).
• Proficiency in business communication at all levels.

Other

• Strong attention to detail, accuracy and accomplishment of job tasks in a timely manner.
• Good organizational and personnel skills.
• Good communication skills, written and oral.
• Good leadership, supervision, and planning skills.
• Advanced level expertise required in accounting and financial mathematical applications related to managing a P&L and preparing site/operation budgets.
• Motivates self and others to accomplish important objectives despite a complex environment and multiple demands, creates a sense of urgency, delegates appropriately.
• Must be able to effectively adapt to change and thrive in a stimulating, fast‑paced work environment.
• Ability to develop effective relationships, provide leadership, and integrate diverse organizations and individuals toward unifying objectives.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Leader Of Others

• Accountability
• Business Acumen
• Communication / Building Partnership
• Developing Oneself
• Developing Others
• Drive for Results
• Embracing Change
• Problem Solving
• Empowerment
• Leadership Excellence
• Leading Change
• Problem Solving

Independent Contributor

• Accountability
• Communication / Building Partnership
• Customer Orientation
• Developing Oneself
• Drive for Results
• Embracing Change
• Problem Solving
• Professional Competencies

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Occasionally: Handling/Fingering, Sitting
• Frequently: Bending
• Constantly: Walking and Standing
• Ability to Lift/Carry and Push/Pull (21-50 pounds), Reach above shoulder, reach outward, squat, or kneel.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is rarely exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Wage Range

$105,264.00–$157,896.00

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

DSV is an equal employment opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, ancestry, disability, veteran status, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. If you require special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment with DSV, please contact Human Resources at ...@us.dsv.com. If you are interested in learning the status of your application, please note you will be contacted directly by the appropriate human resources contact person if you are selected for further consideration. DSV reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

General Business, Management, and Other

Industries

Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage