General Manager

American President Lines; Kettering; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave & pension

Life assurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

CEVA Logistics UK&I in Kettering is seeking a meticulous General Manager to lead our contract logistics operation. You will oversee multiple client contracts, develop capable teams and drive operational excellence with a focus on customer service.

With full ownership of the site's P&L, you will set budgets, control costs and identify growth opportunities while ensuring a safe and compliant working environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead site performance across multiple client contracts and ensure high service levels.
• Develop and coach high-performing teams to deliver efficient operations.
• Drive continuous improvement, cost control and compliance with safety standards.

Job description

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Kettering, GB

General Manager

CEVA Logistics provides global supply chain solutions to connect people, products, and providers all around the world. Present in 170+ countries and with more than 110,000 employees spread over 1,500 sites, we are proud to be a Top 5 global 3PL.

We believe that our employees are the key to our success. We want to engage and empower our diverse, global team to co-create value with our customers through our solutions in contract logistics and air, ocean, ground, and finished vehicle transport. That is why CEVA Logistics offers a dynamic and exceptional work environment that fosters personal growth, innovation, and continuous improvement.

At CEVA Logistics, weRise inMotion. Your career is always on the move,growingas fast and as far as your ambition takes you. Join a global team ofnearly 200nationalities, shaping the future of global trade, moving essential goods, forging new paths, and pushing boundaries to serve an ever-changing world. The pace is fast, the challenges are real, but the rewards are greater: growth, purpose, and the chance to make a meaningful impact. This is more than a job.It’sa journey on which you rise.

YOUR ROLE

Our Contract Logistics team have an exciting opportunity for a meticulous and customer centric General Manager to join our key operation based in Kettering. This is an exciting opportunity for a proven operational leader who thrives in a fast-paced logistics environment and has a passion for developing people, driving continuous improvement and building outstanding customer partnerships.

If you're a strategic leader who enjoys making a real impact and creating a culture where people and performance thrive, we'd love to hear from you.

WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO?

As the General Manager, you'll take full responsibility for the overall performance of the site, leading multiple customer contracts, developing high-performing teams and ensuring we consistently deliver operational excellence and exceptional customer service.

With full ownership of the site's P&L, budget setting and financial performance, you'll maximise revenue opportunities while maintaining effective control of operational costs. You'll identify opportunities to drive growth, improve efficiency and embed a culture of continuous improvement. You'll also champion a safe and compliant working environment, working collaboratively with stakeholders to achieve business objectives and shape the future success of the operation.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

To be successful in your application you will be able to demonstrate significant operational management and leadership experience ideally within a fast-paced, multi-site contract logistics or 3PL environment. You will be able to demonstrate experience of building and developing exceptional client relationships and possess strong people management skills with the ability to create a high-performance culture through coaching and development.

You will have proven P&L management skills with strong commercial acumen, problem solving and decision making skills, with the ability to delve into the detail and challenge the status quo when required.

WHAT DO WE HAVE TO OFFER?

• With a genuine culture of reward and recognition, we want our employees to grow, develop and be part of our journey.
• We offer a benefits package that includes competitive annual leave entitlement with a fantastic holiday buy scheme, pension and life assurance along with access to an employee benefits platform that offers discounts on gym memberships and money off vouchers for a diverse range of retail, travel and hospitality brands.
• There’s no doubt that you will be compensated for your hard work and commitment so if you’d like to work for one of the top Logistics providers in the world.

ABOUT TOMORROW

We value your professional and personal growth. That’s why we share plenty of career opportunities to thrive within CEVA. Join CEVA for a challenging career.

CEVA Logistics UK&I is committed to attracting, acquiring and retaining the best possible candidates in an equal and inclusive way that is consistent with employment legislation and best practice. We aim to select the best available person for every vacancy irrespective of age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, political beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment and marital or civil partnership status.
Please note that candidates will be subject to the necessary right to work checks for the UK and Ireland.