General Manager

4 days ago

Göteborg, Sweden DFDS AB Full time

Do you want to create and operate business and deliver success to customers? Are you an operationally driven person with a passion for Logistics? Keep reading

At DFDS in Gothenburg, we specialize in land-based transportation solutions between Sweden and destinations in Europe with Benelux and UK as the main markets. Our services include mega and standard curtain-sided trailers as well as shipping logistics and forwarding activities. We are committed to delivering efficient and reliable logistics tailored to meet our customer’s needs. We are also proud to call us a frontrunner in the electrification of our industry.

We are now looking for a General Manager for our Business in Gothenburg who will contribute to the company’s ongoing journey.

Be part of the movement – and play your part.

About the role

In this role you will be a key player to strengthen and grow our organization in Gothenburg. The role involves full responsibility for financial and operational targets along with an overall site responsibility. As part of the Swedish management team, you report directly to the MD of DFDS AB and you collaborate closely with your colleagues in the Swedish management team. You will have the autonomy to innovate, streamline processes, and champion a culture of success and growth.

Key Responsibilities

You will among others have the following key responsibilities:

- Develop the business both commercially and in terms of internal processes
- Streamline and optimize operations
- Set up, implement and follow up on targets for the business
- Budget, forecast, and follow-up work in consultation with the MD
- Ensure that costs and revenues are in line with the budgeted targets and notify deviations
- Support and coach employees
- Foster and champion, a collaborative ONE DFDS approach

About you

Handling different social situations and connecting with all kinds of people comes naturally to you. You have a strong drive and energy and you're always pushing to reach your goals. Communication comes easy to you, whether it's chatting with colleagues or engaging with clients. You take a big-picture approach, considering everything from customer needs to financial goals and organizational dynamics. You are self-confident and remain calm even when things get hectic or in the face of unexpected challenges or situations.

We believe you have experience from a similar position or other solid experience within the logistics industry.

Furthermore, we believe you have:

- Fluency in Swedish and English (read/write)
- Degree in supply chain/engineering/economics or equivalent experience
- Considerable logistics experience, preferably from larger corporations/organisations.
- Managerial experience, preferably from the logistics industry
- Experience from working in a matrix organisation is a plus
- Driver’s license

What we offer: We offer an opportunity to be part of a market-leading innovative global company at the forefront of complex logistics solutions. A company where greener and more sustainable solutions are embedded in our strategy. A challenging role where your energy will make a difference.

Join the movement and grow with us. While you’re with us, we want you to develop and move yourself forward. We’ll encourage you to challenge yourself to acquire new skills and perspectives.We aim to attract and retain the best talents and provide challenge and opportunity for personal growth and development.

Contact

In this recruitment, we are working with Hudson Nordic as our recruitment partner. If you have any questions regarding the position, please contact André Högevoll at andre.hogevoll@hudsonnordic.com or +46 (0)709 258 228

Selection and interviews are ongoing, so we welcome your application as soon as possible.

We look forward to hearing from you

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