Regional Director, Freight Forwarding Operations

DHL Global Forwarding; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive executive reward and benefits package

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking a Regional Director of Operations in the Northern UK region. The role encompasses strategic direction and operational excellence across multi-site freight forwarding operations. Key responsibilities include driving profitable growth, leading high-performing teams, and ensuring customer satisfaction. Ideal candidates will have over 8 years of experience in logistics with proven success in operational leadership and P&L management. This position offers competitive executive rewards and opportunities for impactful work within a globally recognized organization.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in senior operational or strategic roles, preferably in logistics or supply chain.
• Proven success in leading multi-site operations.
• Strong leadership style with commercial and financial acumen.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the regional strategy aligned with company vision.
• Drive profitable growth through customer retention and acquisition.
• Lead complex, multi-site freight forwarding operations.

Skills

Senior operational leadership

Freight forwarding knowledge

Commercial mindset

Leadership of diverse teams

P&L ownership

Job description

A leading logistics company is seeking a Regional Director of Operations in the Northern UK region. The role encompasses strategic direction and operational excellence across multi-site freight forwarding operations. Key responsibilities include driving profitable growth, leading high-performing teams, and ensuring customer satisfaction. Ideal candidates will have over 8 years of experience in logistics with proven success in operational leadership and P&L management. This position offers competitive executive rewards and opportunities for impactful work within a globally recognized organization.