Job Req Number:  124340 
Time Type: Full Time

At DSV, we are constantly looking ahead. As supply chains become increasingly connected, automated, and intelligent, innovation plays a critical role in shaping the future of logistics. We are looking for a Senior Innovation Manager to join Group Innovation and help identify, validate, and scale solutions that create measurable value for our customers and operations globally.

Why join DSV?

DSV is one of the world's leading transport and logistics companies, operating in more than 80 countries and connecting businesses through efficient supply chain solutions. Our success is built on collaboration, entrepreneurship, and a commitment to continuous improvement. As part of Group Innovation, you will work at the intersection of strategy, technology, and operations, helping shape the future of logistics while collaborating with business leaders, customers, technology specialists, and external partners across the globe.

What you'll be doing

As our new Senior Innovation Manager, you will:

• Identify emerging technologies, industry trends, customer needs, and new business opportunities.
• Develop business cases, innovation concepts, and strategic recommendations.
• Lead innovation initiatives from exploration through validation and implementation.
• Collaborate across functions and divisions to design and deliver new solutions.
• Build relationships with customers, startups, technology providers, and other innovation partners.

You will play a key role in translating opportunities into tangible business outcomes. This includes presenting recommendations and progress to senior stakeholders, supporting the transition of successful concepts into scalable global capabilities, and challenging existing ways of working to improve customer experience, operational performance, and business competitiveness.

Areas of focus

Examples of projects may include:

• Artificial Intelligence and intelligent automation
• Advanced analytics and decision intelligence
• Digital platforms and connected supply chain solutions
• Automation and autonomous operations
• Emerging technologies that create operational and customer value

Your portfolio will vary depending on business priorities and future opportunities, giving you exposure to a broad range of strategic and operational challenges across DSV's global organization.

What we're looking for

We are looking for a strategic and commercially minded innovation professional who can identify new opportunities and turn them into tangible business outcomes. To succeed in this role, you bring:

• 5+ years of experience within innovation, consulting, strategy, product management, transformation, or a similar field.
• Proven ability to lead complex cross-functional initiatives from concept development through validation and measurable business impact.
• Strong understanding of how emerging technologies can be translated into practical business solutions.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage effectively across functions, cultures, and organizational levels.
• Professional proficiency in English and willingness to undertake frequent international travel.

You may have gained experience within logistics, transport, supply chain management, technology, or a related industry, and understand the opportunities and challenges of operating in complex business environments. A relevant university degree within business, engineering, logistics, technology, or a related field is considered an advantage.

You are experienced in developing business cases, innovation concepts, roadmaps, and recommendations for senior stakeholders. Familiarity with agile methodologies and modern product development approaches will help you navigate initiatives from exploration to implementation.  

As a person, you are curious, solution-oriented, and commercially driven. You thrive in evolving environments, are comfortable working independently, and have a natural ability to bring diverse stakeholders together around a shared objective.

What we offer

At DSV, you'll have the opportunity to influence how logistics evolves globally.

Further more:

• A highly visible global role with exposure to senior decision-makers.
• The opportunity to shape the future of logistics through innovation.
• An entrepreneurial and collaborative working environment.
• Broad international exposure across markets and business functions.
• Strong opportunities for professional and personal development.

You will join a team that works on strategically important initiatives at the intersection of business, technology, and operations. Frequent international collaboration and travel will provide unique insight into DSV's operations, customers, and future growth opportunities, while allowing you to build a strong global network across the organization.

Want to know more and apply?

We will be happy to answer any questions you may have regarding the position and about your options in DSV. You are welcome to call Senior Director, Head of Group Innovation, Peter Matthiesen + 45 2541 6202

We look forward to receiving your application via the link below as soon as possible. We will process the applications on an ongoing basis.

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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