Project Manager

Job Req Number: 128918
Time Type: Full Time

Project Manager, Fairs & Events

Birmingham

Contract Logistics

DSV are recruiting for a Project Manager to work with our Fairs & Events team based in Birmingham, NEC, providing expert exhibition freight forwarding to events globally. Based at our NEC office our UK team supply exhibition logistics services at venues throughout the world ensuring our high standards of operation and customer service are maintained. An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and dedicated Project Manager to join our team. The successful candidate will have a good working knowledge of all modes of freight forwarding / Customs and ideally with a previous background in the exhibition logistics industry.

The role will involve international travel and time away from the office. The ability to work under pressure and excellent communication skills, including face to face interaction, are also required.

What will you be doing?

• Co-ordination of UK & International shipments to exhibitions and events
• On-site representation and site management / co-ordination at venues across the world
• Provision of excellent customer service to a wide range of clients and industries
• Cost control, budget management and accounts housekeeping

About You
• Multi modal freight forwarding / Customs experience
• Excellent communication skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to work in an organised and efficient manner
• Ability to work as part of a team or unsupervised
• Flexible approach to working hours and the ability to work away from home for periods of a few days to three weeks, possibly at short notice.
• This is primarily an office-based role so ability to work from our Braintree office 5 days a week is required

What can we offer you?
Competitive Salary Package and an opportunity to be a part of and grow within a driven and successful company, with a team of 160,000, operating in over 90 countries.
In addition, we can offer access to a selection of employee benefits, such as:

Enhanced Annual Leave Entitlement from your start, which increases with length of service.
Salary Sacrifice Car Scheme for Ultra-Low Emissions Cars
Salary Sacrifice Cycle Scheme
WeCare App, for support with physical and mental wellbeing, including access to GPs for you and your dependents.
LifeWorks app for access to cashback and discounts on high street and online brands.
Life Insurance and which includes access to expert probate support.

Next Steps

If this sounds like the next step for you, please follow the links and apply with your CV without delay!

Please be aware that all successful candidates will undergo necessary right-to-work checks and certain sites require 5-years’ worth of referencing and criminal record checks.

We do not accept CV details from Recruitment Agencies unless DSV have engaged directly regarding the role requirements beforehand.

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.

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