Site Manager Transport_Fashion Network

Deutsche Post; Lombardia; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain is seeking a Site Manager Transport_Fashion Network for Calvignasco (MI). You will lead a 4–5 person team, manage and develop the Fashion Network operations, and work to deliver service quality, cost efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

You will negotiate with partners, oversee P&L, and build strong relationships with customers and suppliers while collaborating with internal teams to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or Bachelor's degree; formal qualifications secondary to industry experience.
• Proven experience as Area Manager, Site Manager, or similar leadership role in logistics, transport, or supply chain.
• Strong operational management skills with experience leading teams and managing performance.
• Solid understanding of cost management and P&L responsibilities.
• Strong negotiation, supplier management, and customer relationship skills.
• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and leadership capabilities.
• Intermediate English proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate a team of 4–5 people, ensuring effective task delegation and development.
• Manage and develop transportation partner network and suppliers; scout opportunities.
• Ensure operational excellence by monitoring processes, service quality, and DHL standards.
• Oversee financial performance; monitor costs and contribute to P&L management.
• Negotiate rates, service agreements, and terms with partners for cost efficiency and quality.
• Develop strategic relationships with customers and suppliers to ensure satisfaction.
• Collaborate with Quality and Security teams during audits and improvements.
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying efficiencies and solving issues.

Skills

Team leadership

Negotiation

P&L management

Cost control

Relationship management

Problem solving

English (Intermediate)

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor's degree

Job description

BE AN ESSENTIAL PART OF EVERYDAY LIFE

DHL Supply Chain has the opportunity for you.

We are looking for an Site Manager Transport_Fashion Network | Calvignasco (MI)

In this role, you will be responsible for managing and developing the operational activities of the Fashion Network within the Planned Transport business, ensuring operational excellence, service quality, cost efficiency, and customer satisfaction. You will lead a team of 4–5 people (working on shift patterns for 6 days per week), manage the operational and financial performance of your area, and play a key role in developing transportation partners and strengthening relationships with customers and suppliers.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate a team of 4–5 people, ensuring effective task delegation, performance monitoring, and team development.
• Manage and develop the network of transportation partners and suppliers, identifying new opportunities through market scouting and supplier acquisition activities.
• Ensure operational excellence by monitoring processes, service quality, and compliance with DHL standards and procedures.
• Manage the financial performance of the assigned area, monitoring costs and contributing to P&L management.
• Negotiate rates, service agreements, and commercial conditions with transportation partners, ensuring cost efficiency and service quality.
• Develop strategic relationships with key customers and suppliers, ensuring customer satisfaction and effective service delivery.
• Collaborate with Quality and Security teams during supplier audits and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying operational efficiencies, solving problems, and collaborating with Customer Service, Operations, and other internal stakeholders.

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or Bachelor's degree; relevant industry experience will be considered a priority over formal qualifications.
• Proven experience as an Area Manager, Site Manager, or similar leadership role within logistics, transportation, or supply chain environments.
• Strong operational management skills, with experience in leading teams and managing operational performance.
• Solid understanding of cost management and P&L responsibilities.
• Strong negotiation, supplier management, and customer relationship skills.
• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and leadership capabilities.
• Intermediate English

Salary Range: 45.000 – 55.000€ Gross Annual Salary