Job Description

Job Req Number: 108139
Time Type: Full Time

Move forward as Manager Operations at DSV in Tholen
As a logistics management professional, you know that a warehouse truly performs at its best when processes, people, and technology are perfectly aligned. As an operations manager, you will have both the responsibility and the freedom to make that happen. Here, with us at DSV. Sounds like a plan? Drive the change and apply now!


You get it done
Our warehouse in Tholen? About 94,000 m² of constant activity! As an operations manager, you ensure an efficient, scalable, and future-proof operation. You translate strategic objectives into concrete results. Service is central, but always with an eye on profitability. Strong team, stable processes, maximum impact: You’re on it.

How you do this? You will lead warehouse managers and supervisors and are indirectly responsible for a team of 80 to 180 employees. As a leader, you are visibly proactive and know how to engage people in the organization’s goals. You look beyond daily operations, analyzing processes to identify cost-saving opportunities and independently develop calculations and business cases. Based on these insights, you initiate improvement projects that contribute to a more efficient and effective operation.


The focus is on achieving customer KPIs, while maintaining the balance between service, efficiency, and cost. Your primary mission is to further strengthen operational stability, build a strong team, and create better alignment between processes to gain maximum control over performance and costs. You achieve this by:

• promoting process improvements, digitization, and automation to ensure the efficiency and future-readiness of our warehouse;
• actively contributing to the development of your team’s skills and capabilities, ensuring optimal deployment of employees;
• to guide and monitor new customer implementations or expansions, as well as optimizations for existing relationships;
• to bridge the gap between functional needs and technical solutions, while balancing sometimes competing interests;
• identifying synergies across different operations, demonstrating awareness of relationships and tailoring your communication to your audience.

Your team stands out within DSV by its strong collaboration, personal development, and continuous optimization. You will lead a diverse group of colleagues, together creating a dynamic and engaged environment where processes and performance are continuously elevated. Teamwork in action!

We are DSV, we grow
DSV is a global provider of transport and logistics services. With offices in more than 90 countries and a growing network of partners, there is no place in the world we cannot reach via transport by air, sea, rail, courier or road or where we can offer storage in warehouses.

Our ambition is to achieve maximum customer satisfaction every single day. By focusing on continuous improvement, optimizing processes, and developing our teams, we ensure that operations are ready for the challenges of tomorrow, says Bas Ferket, Site Manager.

In the Netherlands, we operate from over 40 branches, with more than 5,000 colleagues. Together we rise to the challenge of a rapidly changing environment. We make quick decisions at every level and combine ambition and teamwork. This is how we move forward and make a difference together.

You bring

• a strong passion for our field, with the ability to convincingly share your enthusiasm with colleagues;
• experience in a related managerial role, preferably within the logistics sector;
• knowledge of Lean Six Sigma and experience leading large-scale improvement and innovation projects;
• analytical skills that allow you to identify bottlenecks and formulate effective solutions or process improvements;
• proficiency in both Dutch (B1 level) and English.

It all counts for this vacancy of manager operations in Tholen. Furthermore, it is of course important that you feel at home with us. That will certainly be possible if you like to keep going, have guts and want to grow with DSV.

You get
Working at DSV means working at one of the top players in the logistics market. DSV is entrepreneurial and competitive, which is why we always want to grow as an organization. That is why we are looking for people who want to grow with us. Besides a challenging job in an international environment we also offer:

• salary according to DSV collective labor agreement and dependent on knowledge and experience, plus a 5% bonus and 8% holiday allowance;
• enjoy 28 days of annual leave (full time basis) to spend with friends and family;
• personal growth through our DSV Academy and external training in logistics or other relevant fields;
• and last but not least additional perks such as our bike plan and the fiscfree program, providing net savings.

Move forward
Send your resume with a cover letter or leave your details, and we’ll get in touch with you. Still have questions about this vacancy? Our corporate recruiter Cindy Visser will answer all your questions via +31 6 8229 7557 or cindy.visser@dsv.com.

We will only contact you via our official company email addresses (e.g., @dsv.com or @nl.dsv.com) and never reach out to candidates through personal email providers such as Gmail or Hotmail.

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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