Country Project Manager E-Commerce Development AFR
Job Description
Deutsche Post DHL (DPDHL) is the logistics provider of the world with over 520,000 employees in more than 220 countries and territories. DHL Global Forwarding, Freight (DGFF) is the Group's air, ocean and road freight specialist. We offer standardized transport as well as highly specialized end-to-end solutions to customers in a wide range of industries globally.
Connecting People. Improving Lives.
Currently, we are seeking forCountry Project Manager E-Commerce Development AFR. In this role, the successful candidate is to develop and implement an effective and successful country e-Commerce product for DGF AFR.
Key Responsibilities
. Define and develop project document for eCommerce product set up and launch on the country level. Research and define IT solution requirements for eCommerce product as both origin and destination. Research and define operational requirements for eCommerce product. . Define areas of cooperation with DHLeCS and DHL Express as well as outline possible gaps. Act as the direct country level interface between DGF and DHLeCS or Express for all eCommerce related topics and possible interfaces / synergies
. Develop a country SOP that will allow DGF Air to set up an operational network allowing to handle eCommerce shipments successfully
. Educate internal DGF stakeholders on special/specific requirements of this project (act as ambassador internally).
Define business development strategies for go-to-market approach.
Identify and actively be involved with customers who would be using these services.
Interact closely with Country Sales and DGF stations in order to have one aligned approach for this product
Customers & Stakeholders
. DGF Air Branches, Sales, P+P, DHL Express, SBR, DGF IT Project Team, Customers, Suppliers (last mile providers)
Finance & Projects
. EBIT growth plan and detailed numbers to be developed once product set up is established.
People Management
. Work with several project teams. Ensure that need for additional resources are being communicated promptly with Regional Head of E-Commerce AFR and Country Head of AFR.
Job Skills, Qualifications & Experience:
. Minimum 8 years experience in eCommerce logistics companies
. Expert of the cross-border eCommerce logistics process and products
. Very good negotiation skill with local LSPs
. Solid project management experience
. Excellent understanding of main markets and related local regulations in Saudi Arabia and/or Middle East
. Degree-level education or equiv. experience
. Educated to degree level or equivalent
. Relevant professional qualifications and professional development
. Sound education in forwarding and/or eCommerce companies
. Excellent knowledge of local e-commerce sector, markets and players
. In depth forwarding knowledge/ education
. Strong Focus on IT systems and operations
. Analytical skills, strategic thinking and systematic problem solving
. Change management
. Leadership
. Entrepreneurial spirit
. Cross-cultural competence
. Customer orientation
. Innovation
. Persuasiveness
. Negotiation skills
. Communication skills and information sharing
. Financial skills/budgeting
. Coaching/developing people
. Team player
We offer:
. Opportunities in a global company where you can contribute your ideas and skills to move towards our shared goals.
. Flexible working hours with the possibility of occasionally working from home upon agreement
. Possible further career development
. Competitive salary
Why join DHL Global Forwarding
We are part of Deutsche Post DHL, the world's leading logistics provider with operations in over 220 countries. Visit our career site on the web at https://www.logistics.dhl/us-en/home/careers.html
Our TOP EMPLOYER prestigious certificationattests to our best-in-class efforts to attract and retain talent by fostering a positive work environment and encouraging personal and professional development among employees. The development of talented women in our organization will be a focus for us and an important part of our DGF Strategy 2025.
We aspire to become the undisputed leader in our industry, when people think of forwarding we want them to think DGF because we have:
. The largest global network with more than 30,000 passionate employees
. The most efficient processes and fastest response times
. The best solutions and best customer service
Our Vision:The Logistics Company for the World.
Our Mission:Excellence. Simply Delivered.
Our Purpose:Connecting People, improving lives.
Our Values:Respect & Results
Our Goals: Employer, Provider, and Investment of Choice, Living Responsibility
DHL Global Forwarding is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Job Details
Employment Types:
Full time
Industry:
Courier / Freight / Transportation
Function:
IT
Roles:
Software Engineer / Programmer
Skills:
project management information sharing analytical IT System communication business development strategies Negotiations EBIT Teamwork e-commerce Business Development Systematic Operations Management Sales Problem Solving Connecting People Financial dhlecs Communication Skills Project Management Experience Cooperation Negotiation Skills Persuasiveness Educating Analytical Skills Operational Requirements Negotiation Finance Cross Cultural Competence Stake Holder Management Leadership Strategic Thinking SBR Budgeting Logistics Financial Skills People Management Detail Oriented Entrepreneurial Spirit Change Management Network Research
