BU Director

DHL Germany; Italia; In loco; Riservato; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

DHL Supply Chain in Italy seeks an experienced Business Unit Director – Retail to lead and develop the Retail BU across Italy. You will define and execute the BU strategy, drive profitable growth, and ensure operational excellence across multiple logistics sites with full accountability for the P&L.

The role requires 15+ years of experience, strong leadership, and fluency in English, with a track record in Lean/Six Sigma and continuous improvement.

Competenze

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain or similar.
• MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• 15+ years of experience, with 8–10 years in senior leadership roles.
• Extensive background in supply chain or manufacturing.
• Proven experience managing multi-site operations including people management.
• Strong track record in P&L management and business development.
• Experience leading large teams in complex customer environments.
• Strong leadership and decision-making capabilities.
• Fluent in English.

Mansioni

• Define and execute the Retail BU strategy aligned with DHL Supply Chain objectives.
• Lead end-to-end logistics operations across multiple locations.
• Own full P&L accountability and manage operating budgets.
• Drive cost optimization and ROI-focused initiatives.
• Lead large-scale site startups and automation initiatives.
• Promote innovation, digitalization and Lean/continuous improvement.
• Lead a complex organization including Site Managers and Key Account Managers.
• Drive employee engagement, talent development and succession planning.
• Strengthen and expand relationships with key customers and stakeholders.

Conoscenze

Leadership

P&L management

Strategic planning

Lean/Six Sigma

People management

English fluency

Formazione

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain or similar

MBA or advanced degree

Descrizione del lavoro

BE AN ESSENTIAL PART OF EVERYDAY LIFE

We are looking for an experienced Business Unit Director – Retail to lead and develop our Retail Business Unit in Italy.

DHL Supply Chain, part of DHL Group that has got 600.000 people in more than 220 Countries, is the global leader in contract logistics, providing innovative, end‑to‑end supply chain solutions across multiple industries.

Role Purpose

In this role, you will define and execute the BU strategy, drive profitable growth, and ensure operational excellence across multiple logistics sites. You will have full accountability for the P&L and play a key role in expanding our market presence while maintaining the highest levels of customer satisfaction.

Key Focus Areas:

• Define and implement the Retail BU strategy aligned with DHL Supply Chain objectives
• Lead end-to-end logistics operations (warehousing, distribution, value-added services) across multiple locations
• Ensure operational efficiency, scalability, and service excellence
• Manage capacity planning to address seasonal peaks and fluctuating volumes
• Own full P&L accountability
• Manage operating budgets
• Drive cost optimization and ROI-focused initiatives
• Monitor financial KPIs and ensure performance targets are achieved
• Lead change management initiatives
• Drive growth through expansion of existing contracts
• Support commercial activities, including solution design and business case development
• Strengthen and expand relationships with key customers and stakeholders
• Lead large-scale projects such as new site start-ups and automation initiatives
• Promote innovation, digitalization, and Lean/continuous improvement practices
• Lead a complex organization including Site Managers, Operations Managers, and Key Account Managers
• Build a high-performance, customer-centric culture
• Drive employee engagement, talent development, and succession planning

Required Experience & Skills

• Bachelor’s degree (Engineering, Business, Supply Chain or similar)
• MBA or advanced degree is a plus
• At least 15+ years of professional experience, with at least 8–10 years in senior leadership roles
• Extensive background in supply chain or Manufacturing Company
• Proven experience managing multi-Site/Plant operations including people management
• Strong track record in P&L management and business development
• Experience leading large teams in complex customer environments
• Strong leadership and decision-making capabilities
• Expertise in operations management and continuous improvement (Lean/Six Sigma/WCM)
• Fluent in English