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DP World

Global cargo logistics and port operations

Operations Manager

Logistics & TransportationConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeHamburg, GermanyNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • At least five years of professional and leadership experience in logistics, ideally in transport, warehousing, or contract logistics.
  • Demonstrated P&L responsibility and a successful record of improving operational and financial results.
  • Experience working directly with customers at different hierarchical levels in a service-oriented environment.
  • A track record of successfully leading and implementing change processes with measurable results and sustainable improvements.
  • Fluent German and good spoken and written English.
  • Confident use of standard Microsoft Office applications and a sound understanding of operational metrics and processes.
  • A high degree of personal responsibility, strong communication skills, role-model behavior, and the ability to motivate teams and lead them to long-term success.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop all operational employees at the site, both professionally and disciplinarily.
  • Own operational performance and P&L management, including regular reviews and implementation of optimization measures.
  • Manage and continuously optimize transport, warehouse, and dispatch processes to ensure efficient operations.
  • Define, implement, and monitor operational processes and ensure compliance with quality, cost, and service objectives.
  • Develop, analyze, and manage relevant KPIs to continually improve productivity and quality.
  • Negotiate with, select, and manage service providers and transport contractors, and build long-term business partnerships.
  • Ensure compliance with all legal requirements and occupational safety standards, and introduce and develop Lean and 5S methods.
  • Plan, manage, and successfully deliver warehouse and logistics projects in close collaboration with internal stakeholders.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience in transport, warehousing, or contract logistics is ideally preferred.

About the Company

DP World

Global cargo logistics and port operations

DP World is a global logistics and port operator that provides integrated, end-to-end supply chain solutions. It runs marine and inland terminals, manages ports and free zones, and offers cargo logistics, freight forwarding, warehousing, customs clearance, and value-added services such as packaging and reverse logistics. Its products work by operating a large network of terminals and logistics services that connect shipping, warehousing, and distribution, charging container handling fees and offering downstream services to improve supply chain efficiency. The company differentiates itself through its expansive, worldwide network (across 40+ countries) and its ability to control multiple stages of the supply chain—from ports and terminals to contract logistics and economic zones—allowing for seamless multimodal flows. DP World’s goal is to enable smooth, integrated global trade by expanding its network and offering end-to-end logistics solutions for diverse industries.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Debt Financing
Total funding
$1.5B
Headquarters
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Founded
2005

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