Team Lead - SE

DSV Road GmbH; Parañaque; On-site; PHP 720,000 - 880,000; Full time

Job summary

DSV is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead the MNL ISSC Customs team in Manila. You will oversee performance, drive process improvements, ensure SLA compliance, and coordinate with stakeholders to optimize workflows.

You will mentor team leads, manage planning and resources, and escalate issues to senior management. Join a global leader in transport and logistics and help deliver reliable service across borders.

Qualifications

• Leadership and people management experience required.
• Strong problem-solving and process-improvement mindset.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the MNL ISSC Customs team and related processes.
• Drive continuous improvement and ensure KPI targets are met.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to optimize workflows and increase productivity.
• Provide coaching to team leads and resolve recurring issues.

Skills

Team leadership

Coaching

Performance management

Process optimization

SLA compliance

Stakeholder management

Resource planning

Job description

If you are a current DSV employee and interested in a position in another country, please contact your Human Resource representative to discuss the process and requirements of applying.

• Operational and Team Management:
• Oversee assigned countries migrated into MNL ISSC Customs team.
• Strategize to drive process optimization, accountability, and ownership
• Monitor team and individual performance and ensure that performance is within expectation (based on defined SLA)
• Provide guidance on process design and optimization
• Propose process changes where needed to drive efficiency and improve execution
• Act as an ambassador of BSS MNL ISSC.
• Prepare and present performance report to internal and external stakeholders
• Quality and compliance responsibilities under NDA / attention given to predetermined processes, SOPs
• Work closely with the associates to increase productivity and assist in creating positive working relationships with all stakeholders
• Maintain all areas of Health and Safety relevant to the working environment & staff teams.
• Planning and organization of resources planning and requirements
• Escalation of irregularities to Business Support Services Manager for Customs
• Perform weekly coaching with team leads
• Take the lead to help resolve reoccurring issues
• Drive continuous improvement of the team and related processes.
• Work under the direction of superiors
• Drives completion of tasks and processes within agreed SLA to leaders and members
• Proactively find means to deliver and raise the performance of the teams managed
• Actively engage with relevant Stakeholders and conduct regular touchpoints
• Team Leadership & Coaching:
• Create an environment orientated to trust, open communication, creative thinking, and cohesive team effort.
• Motivate and inspire team leaders and members
• Lead by setting a good example (role model) – behavior consistent with words
• Facilitate problem solving and collaboration
• Intervene when necessary to aid the group in resolving issues
• Help keep the team focused & on track
• Ensure to meet KPI Targets
• Implementation support (off- / on-site) for the migration of countries under Customs team.
• Resolution of issues on operational level and address employee performance & conduct as needed

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.