Project Director - Military veterans preferred

Project Director

Would you like to be part of the most international company in the world? A company operating in more than 220 countries worldwide and has been pioneering cross-border express shipping since 1969.  Would you like to be part of a business that connects people across the globe and want to make a difference? Then waste no time and join our amazing team at Deutsche Post DHL (DPDHL). 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.

DHL Global Forwarding has an opening for Project Director in Saudi Arabia. Lead project management sub-function for the country and provide input to and lead the implementation of functional strategy to successfully manage and deliver projects while meeting the cost, timescale, and quality parameters in line with overall country level strategy, business objectives and needs, Group guidelines and policies.

Join us in connecting people and improving lives!

In this Project Director position

JOB PURPOSE

Lead project management sub-function for the country and provide input to and lead the implementation of functional strategy to successfully manage and deliver projects while meeting the cost, timescale, and quality parameters in line with overall country level strategy, business objectives and needs, Group guidelines and policies.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

•  Develop project management strategy and direction for major projects and programs in line with overall country level strategy, business objectives and needs, Group guidelines and policies
• Champion technically accurate, timely, commercially-viable and customer-orientated strategic projects in line with DHL's interests
• Monitor and adhere to defined budgets and monitor all project related action and expenses (i.e. planning, sourcing, delivery of results)
• Drive pipeline prioritization, review project management and monitor project progress and status
• Lead identification of project risks and implementation of mitigation actions and resolutions in a timely manner
• Continuously re-evaluate and adjust project goals, ensure alignment with concurrent projects and support implementation of project results
• Monitor and report program/ project process, highlight any divergence from plans and communicate with key project stakeholders
• Sponsor the development and implementation of transformational change projects especially developing the function and expanding its service portfolio
• Build and develop understanding of customer requirements, suppliers, competitor activities and market trends to influence direction of major projects
• Develop and administer an effective governance structure to support project implementation at the country
• Serve as highest instance of escalation and advice in all project management matters for the country
• Drive targeted training measures on relevant project management topics and tools

STAKEHOLDERS

• Extensive contact and negotiating with other departments and 3rd parties with conflicting objectives
• Influence and challenge key stakeholders effectively
• Develop strong, trusting cross-functional relationships with senior DHL business leaders
• Influence others across DHL and externally as an internally and externally recognized thought leader representing the Group
• Champion cooperation and partnership to provide integrated solutions to problems

MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

• Lead multiple teams of lower level executives, directors/senior managers, and managers
• Develop short to long-term (1-5 years) plans for optimizing the organization, function, or job-family and the talent required to execute strategies

Now, here’s what we need from you.

• Master’s Degree or equivalent experience/qualification
• More than 8 years within the same field

• Excellent communicator in English, both written and verbal.

We offer:

• Opportunities in a global company where you can contribute your ideas and skills to move towards our shared goals.
• 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 

Our TOP EMPLOYER prestigious certification attests 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.

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