Senior Transport Solutions Architect - EMEA

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Abu Dhabi

Hybrid

AED 360,000 - 520,000

Full time

41 hours ago

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Job summary

DHL Supply Chain in Dubai, UAE is seeking a Senior Solutions Designer - Transport Europe & MEA to lead design of innovative transport and network solutions for high-complexity opportunities across EMEA. You will translate business requirements into scalable solutions balancing operational excellence, financial performance, and sustainability.

The role requires strong leadership without formal authority, 5+ years in logistics or solution design, and excellent English communication.

Qualifications

5+ years of experience in logistics, transport or solution design.
Experience with transport modelling, simulation and route optimization tools.
Strong understanding of transport operations and end-to-end supply chain.
Ability to design scalable transport solutions for complex requirements.
Strong commercial acumen and ability to develop customer-centric solutions.
Experience supporting business development, tenders, or sales pursuits is advantageous.
Strong Excel analytics, modeling, and simulation skills.
Excellent customer-facing and presentation skills.
Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams without direct authority.
Familiarity with DHL products is advantageous.
Excellent English communication.

Responsibilities

Lead Solution Design workstreams to secure new business and renew existing contracts, driving growth and innovation in our transport solutions.
Design complex transport networks and operating models supported by simulation, modelling, and routing optimization tools.
Provide expert solution design and analytical insights for strategic customer opportunities, implementation projects, and supply chain re-engineering initiatives, ensuring alignment with operational and commercial objectives.
Develop robust costing models, pricing strategies, and commercial recommendations that support profitable and competitive customer solutions.
Work closely with Operations teams to ensure the successful implementation of awarded projects, fostering strong collaboration and a shared focus on customer success.
Partner with Business Development and sector teams to identify customer requirements and create tailored transport solutions that meet operational, financial, and sustainability goals.
Serve as a subject matter expert within assigned areas of expertise, driving knowledge sharing, capability development, research, and training across the organization.
Create, present, and defend compelling solution concepts, business cases, and commercial proposals for both internal and customer audiences. Confidently challenge assumptions, influence decision-making, and represent DHL in senior customer engagements.
Actively identify and leverage innovative practices, technologies, and industry trends across transport operations, fleet management, sustainability, automation, and digital solutions to enhance DHL’s value proposition.
Develop and maintain strong collaborative relationships across functions including Business Development, Operations, Finance, Procurement, and IT, influencing alignment and continuously improving solution design processes and deliverables.
Lead cross-functional project teams and drive outcomes through influence rather than formal authority.