General Manager

DSV - Global transport and logistics
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 at www.dsv.com 

Location: USA - Salt Lake City, 5420 W John Cannon Dr 

Division: Solutions 
Job Posting Title: General Manager 
Time Type: Full Time

POSITION SUMMARY  

The General Manager of operations is a highly visible leadership role.  This individual is responsible for overseeing the strategic direction, operation, compliance, and financial results for a designated operation.  The General Manager (“GM”) will serve as a primary customer interface for all leadership decisions regarding proposal approval and contract negotiations.  This role is the Champion of overseeing local continuous improvement activities, LEAN practices, supply chain analysis, six sigma initiatives, and ISO activities. The “GM” will also develop marketing plans and assist in growing new business.  He/she will also ensure that the operation adheres to the overall corporate mission, vision, and core values while consistently meeting client and company expectations. 

As part of the DSV team, associates are expected to meet company objectives in the areas of performance, safety, and quality.   Associates are expected to comply with all corporate and site-specific policies. 

This is a fully onsite position supporting a 24/7 operational warehouse.  

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 prescribes productivity and service goals.  Complies with terms outlined in 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. Ensures the OSHA requirements and all Federal and State Law and compliance are effectively 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 paraments for operations