Senior Manager Global OFR Project Management Office

at  Deutsche Post DHL

DHL Global Forwarding (DGF) is the world leader in air freight services and one of the leading providers of ocean freight services. Around 30,000 employees work to ensure we transport our customers of shipments by air or sea. DGF’s logistics solutions span the entire supply chain, from the factory to the shop floor. This also includes special transport-related services.
As the experts in freight forwarding, we deliver 100% assurance to our customers via a mindset that’s always looking ahead to the next commercial opportunity, predicting the next potential issue, anticipating the next global trend.
Because at DHL Global Forwarding, Freight, we’re not simply about freight forwarding. We’re about forward-thinking ways to connect people – and improve their lives.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

Project Management Excellence: Demonstrates exceptional project management skills, adeptly orchestrating the planning, organization, and execution of highly complex projects and programs from inception to completion, driving organizational success and strategic outcomes.
Business Acumen: Possesses a profound comprehension of the organization’s business objectives, leveraging deep insights to align projects with overarching strategic goals, driving innovation, and fostering sustainable growth and competitive advantage.
Stakeholder Engagement: Masters the art of building and nurturing relationships with stakeholders at all levels, including business leaders, clients, vendors, and internal teams, fostering collaboration and ensuring alignment towards project objectives.
Problem-Solving Skills: Exemplifies strategic problem-solving leadership, anticipating and navigating complex challenges with agility and foresight, driving continuous improvement, and fostering a culture of innovation and adaptability within the organization.
Effective Communication and Leadership: Possesses outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written, coupled with adept leadership inspiring and empowering teams to achieve exceptional results, fostering a culture of high performance, collaboration, and accountability across the organization.
Industry Expertise in OFR: Brings knowledge and experience in the OFR industry, offering insights into its specific intricacies and requirements, enabling tailored solutions and informed decision-making. Driving thought leadership initiatives and shaping industry discourse to position the organization as a leader in the field.
Strategic Thinking and Analytical Acumen: Applies strategic thinking and analytical skills to analyze data, discern trends, and make informed, data-driven decisions, steering projects towards strategic objectives and maximizing outcomes.
Education level – Bachelor’s degree in business administration, project management, or related field (Master’s degree preferred).
Experience level - more than 8 years relevant experience preferably in forwarding and project management

YOUR BENEFITS

We offer excellent employee benefits, a competitive salary package and great development opportunities.
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JOB PURPOSE

The role of the OFR PMO is to provide leadership, direction and governance for project management within the OFR Operations team. This involves overseeing the entire portfolio of projects, ensuring definition and adherence of project management standards and quality. Additionally, this role includes managing strategic projects in alignment with organizational goals and driving their successful execution. Areas of focus are crisis management and improvement of processes as per global target operating model.
Overall, the job purpose is to drive strategic alignment, optimize resource allocation, ensure governance and compliance, manage risks and crises, lead change initiatives, and engage stakeholders to achieve successful project outcomes and contribute to the long-term success of the organization.
The OFR PMO ensures effective implementation of changes in the OFR organization and, therefore, plays a crucial role in driving organizational transformation and positioning the organization for long-term success.