Strategic Growth Head DGF MEA

Strategic Growth Head DGF MEA

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 DHL Group. 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 UAE has an opening for a Strategic Growth Head DGF MEA where you will manage and drive Strategy 2030 implementation and adjacent projects with importance to Regional Management and our 4 Bottom Lines, support functions on growth initiatives, e.g., M&A, Commercial Strategy, Product innovation, enhance the overall effectiveness of the CEO’s Agenda and the Regional Management Board as well as drive selective growth projects in DGF MEA countries. Join us now in connecting people and improving lives

In this Strategic Growth Head DGF MEA position

• You will Manage and implement Strategy 2030 and the growth aspiration of DGF MEA.
• You will leverage cross-functional business knowledge and expertise to make recommendations on and/or challenge decisions/activities of the Management Board.
• You will represent the Management Board during Countries visits.
• You will develop and keep up to date Strategy projects.
• You will support Countries Senior Management Teams for the preparation and implementation of Strategy 2030 and related projects.
• You will attend Reviews in countries with the CEO and Regional Product Heads and manage/follow up.
• You will manage the special projects and reviews between the Board and the Countries, including the development of improvement measures.
• You will lead and/or support Regional/Countries CI initiatives.
• You will development and proper implementation of Strategy 2030 projects.
• You will be responsible for the management of ad-hoc tasks from MMB / CEO.
• You will provide support and development aid to Countries.
• You will have no direct reports and authority over Country and Functional staff but must influence Regional and Country Senior Management Teams into delivering on commitments/ deadlines.
• You will require ability to lead large audiences, physically or virtually.

Now, here’s what we need from you

• Minimum of 5-8 years’ experience in General Management of large and complex service-related business, preferably in the Freight Forwarding Industry and/or with MNCs.
• MBA/Post-Graduate Degree in Business Economics/Finance or equivalent.
• Experience in a similar capacity would be preferred.
• Familiarity with the DGF organization is a distinct plus.
• Consultancy background can be a plus.

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 DHL Group, 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 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.