Global Strategy & Commercial Excellence Lead

DP World; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

DP World is transforming from a port-centric operator to the architect of the world’s smartest, most efficient supply chains. The Global Assistant Manager will support the Global VP in shaping, integrating, and executing our global commercial and strategic agenda.

This is a build-and-integrate mandate focused on developing global capabilities, connecting them to commercial opportunities, and future-proofing the organization across emerging technologies and AI trends.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years in a Tier 1/Tier 2 consulting firm with logistics/supply chain exposure.
• 2-5 years in strategy, commercial finance, or business analytics roles within logistics or supply chain.
• Strong financial modelling ability (P&L, cash flow, ROI).
• Understanding of freight forwarding, contract logistics, warehousing, distribution, and customs.
• Advanced PowerPoint storytelling and executive communication.
• Curiosity and understanding of AI and digital innovation in logistics.

Responsibilities

• Develop robust financial models to evaluate commercial opportunities, partnerships, and investment cases.
• Conduct scenario and sensitivity analyses to optimize margin and assess risk.
• Analyze business performance data to identify trends and convert insights into actionable commercial recommendations.
• Translate high-level strategic priorities into structured execution plans.
• Maintain the global master tracker for strategic initiatives.
• Drive KPI discipline and ensure consistent reporting across regions and teams.
• Monitor disruptive trends such as AI, automation, trade flow shifts, and regulatory changes.
• Work with digital/product teams to identify AI and automation opportunities.
• Conduct white space analysis and recommend build/buy/partner approaches.
• Prepare high-quality presentations and leadership materials.
• Act as secretariat for key commercial forums.
• Lead deep-dive strategic projects such as market entry studies and competitor analysis.

Skills

Financial modelling

Executive communication

PowerPoint storytelling

AI & digital innovation

Strategic analysis

Business analytics

Job description

DP World is transforming from a port-centric operator to the architect of the world’s smartest, most efficient supply chains. The Global Assistant Manager will support the Global VP in shaping, integrating, and executing our global commercial and strategic agenda.

This is a build-and-integrate mandate focused on developing global capabilities, connecting them to commercial opportunities, and future-proofing the organization across emerging technologies and AI trends.