Country Manager Netherlands

DFDS; Vlaardingen; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company lease car

Pension scheme via ASR

Health insurance

Benefits at Work discounts

Travel on DFDS ships (3x/yr)

Company bonus scheme

Holiday allowance 8.33%

Job summary

DFDS is seeking a Country Manager to lead our logistics business in the Netherlands, driving performance, shaping a strong, sustainable organisation and balancing commercial, operational and people leadership. You will lead an experienced leadership team, collaborate across locations and Europe, and translate strategy into tangible results while delivering value for customers and stakeholders.

Frequent travel across Europe is expected as you build a high‑performing team, manage P&L and

Qualifications

• Experience leading larger operational and commercial logistics organisations incl. trailer transport, contract logistics and warehousing.
• Availability for frequent travel across multiple European countries is essential.
• Strong business and financial acumen, including P&L responsibility.
• Track record of delivering growth and performance improvements.
• Experience developing leaders and building high-performing teams.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to balance strategic direction with hands-on execution.

Responsibilities

• Driving business performance and profitable growth
• Leading and developing the local leadership team
• Strengthening collaboration across locations and business areas
• Ensuring safe, efficient and customer-focused operations
• Building strong relationships with customers and key stakeholders
• Driving continuous improvement and organisational development
• Contributing to the broader DFDS Logistics strategy

Skills

Leadership

Logistics management

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

People development

Communication skills

P&L responsibility

Job description

At DFDS, we keep supply chains moving and help our customers grow. We are now looking for a Country Manager to lead our logistics business in the Netherlands and play a key role in driving performance, strengthening collaboration, and supporting our continued growth. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced leader who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys balancing commercial, operational, and people leadership.

About The Role

As Country Manager, you will have overall responsibility for the performance and development of DFDS Logistics in the Netherlands. You will lead through an experienced leadership team and work across multiple logistics activities and locations, ensuring we deliver value for our customers while building a strong and sustainable organisation for the future.

Working closely with your leadership team, you will drive growth, create alignment across the business, and translate strategic priorities into tangible results. You will also play an active role in the wider DFDS Logistics organisation, collaborating with colleagues across Europe and contributing to our long-term ambitions.

• Driving business performance and profitable growth
• Leading and developing the local leadership team
• Strengthening collaboration across locations and business areas
• Ensuring safe, efficient and customer-focused operations
• Building strong relationships with customers and key stakeholders
• Driving continuous improvement and organisational development
• Contributing to the broader DFDS Logistics strategy

About You

• Experience leading larger operational and commercial logistics organizations incl. trailer transport, contract logistics and warehousing
• Availability for frequent travel across multiple European countries is essential
• Strong business and financial acumen, including P&L responsibility
• A track record of delivering growth and performance improvements
• Experience developing leaders and building high-performing teams
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
• The ability to balance strategic direction with hands-on execution
• As a leader, you are collaborative, trustworthy, and visible. You create clarity, build engagement, and take ownership for delivering results.

Working at DFDS

Joining DFDS means becoming part of an international transport and logistics company with ambitious growth plans and a strong focus on collaboration, customer value, and continuous improvement. You will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on both business performance and people development while working with colleagues across Europe.

What we offer

• A competitive salary plus 8.33% holiday allowance
• Pension scheme via ASR
• Optional group health insurance at a discounted rate
• Access to 'Benefits at Work': an extensive platform offering discounts on items such as fashion, electronics, outings, gym memberships, and gifts
• The option to travel for free on DFDS ships (3 times a year)
• Participation in the company bonus scheme
• Company lease car

We move for all to grow

At DFDS, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and believe that different perspectives help us grow stronger together.