Air Freight Customer Program Manager

DHL Global Forwarding; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Match

Stock Purchase Plan

Medical coverage

Vision coverage

Dental coverage

Paid Time Off

Job summary

DHL Global Forwarding in the United States (Chicago or Atlanta) is seeking an Air Freight Customer Program Manager for NORAM to drive end-to-end service excellence, customer satisfaction, and operational performance across strategic customers.

The role coordinates DHL functions to meet defined performance standards, leads CI initiatives, conducts business reviews, and supports growth initiatives with the Commercial teams. Location-based at ATL or ORD stations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field.
• 3-7 years in logistics, operations, or customer management.
• Experience with program management preferred.
• First Choice certification preferred (or willingness to obtain).
• Customer orientation and strong stakeholder engagement.

Responsibilities

• Review and ensure achievement of customer specific KPIs and service agreements.
• Lead issue management including escalation, root-cause analysis, and corrective actions.
• Provide proactive problem resolution and corrective actions to ensure excellence in service.
• Conduct Monthly, Quarterly, and Annual Business Reviews with customers.
• Manage Bid Value Proposition in collaboration with Solutions Design, Commercial, and Operations teams.
• Lead CI activities using DHL's First Choice methodology.
• Coordinate implementation of business improvements and CI resources.
• Drive Ship-to-Profile performance and support share of wallet growth initiatives.
• Monitor and optimize profitability and cost-to-serve.
• Improve billing accuracy, timeliness, and reduce disputes.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or related field

Tools

PowerBI

Outlook

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Title: Air Freight Customer Program Manager
Location: Atlanta, Georgia / Chicago, Illinois

Reports To: Head of Customer Operations - NORAM

Role Summary

DHL Global Forwarding (DGF) is a global leader in air, ocean, and customs brokerage services, connecting businesses to markets worldwide. With a strong focus on digitalization, customer-centric solutions, and compliance excellence, we are transforming how global trade flows.

We are seeking an Air Freight Customer Program Manager - North America (NORAM) to drive end-to-end service excellence, customer satisfaction, and operational performance across assigned strategic customers. This role can be located in either our ATL or ORD Stations.

The Customer Program Manager acts as the single point of coordination for customer programs, ensuring all DHL functions deliver against defined performance standards. The role supports DHL's strategy to strengthen customer loyalty through consistent execution, continuous improvement, and proactive issue management.

What You'll Do

• Review and ensure achievement of customer specific KPIs and service agreements


• Lead issue management including escalation, root-cause analysis, and corrective actions.


• Provide proactive problem resolution and corrective actions to ensure excellence in service


• Conduct Monthly, Quarterly, and Annual Business Reviews with customers.


• Manage Bid Value Proposition in collaboration with Solutions Design, Commercial, and Operations teams.


• Lead CI activities using DHL's First Choice methodology.


• Coordinate implementation of business


• Drive Ship-to-Profile performance.


• Support share of wallet growth initiatives with Commercial teams.


• Monitor and optimize profitability and cost-to-serve.


• Improve billing accuracy, timeliness, and reduce disputes.


• Deliver customer-specific and internal improvement projects.


• Track measurable outcomes such as cost savings and SLA improvements.


• Coordinate CI resources to support customer requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field.


• 3-7 years in logistics, operations, or customer management.


• Experience with program management preferred.


• First Choice certification preferred (or willingness to obtain).


• Customer orientation and strong stakeholder engagement.


• Results-driven and continuous improvement mindset.


• Cross-functional collaboration and influencing skills.


• Understanding of DHL operations and service delivery processes.


• Analytical skills for KPI and performance analysis.


• Strong communication and presentation capabilities.


• Proficient with Outlook Email, Excel, Word and PowerPoint; PowerBI is a plus.


• Strong understanding of freight forwarding (Air Freight preferred), and the logistics Industry.


• Strong analytical and problem solving capabilities.


• Fluent in English communication (verbal & written).

Pay Range: $79,777.50 - $106,370.00+ (Based on Experience)

Benefits (All Non-Union Employees)

• Compensation: Competitive base salary plus role dependent performance-based incentives.


• 401(k) Match: $1-for-$1 match up to 4% quarterly + 2% annual base contribution.


• Stock Purchase Plan: Ability to purchase Deutsche Post AG shares at a discounted rate.


• Medical: Comprehensive plans covering preventive care, inpatient/outpatient services, and prescriptions.


• Vision: Optional coverage for exams, frames, and contacts.


• Dental: Optional coverage for preventive, basic, and major services.


• Paid Time Off: 7 major holidays, 8 floating holidays, and accrued vacation/sick days.

Why Join DHL Global Forwarding?

At DHL Global Forwarding, we invest in our employees' growth, providing training, guidance, and career advancement opportunities. We believe in building careers, not just jobs, and empowering our team to develop skills and achieve long‑term success.

Be part of DHL Group, the world's leading logistics provider, operating in 220+ countries. DHL Global Forwarding (DGF) is a global leader in air and ocean freight, with 30,000+ employees ensuring seamless transport and supply chain solutions. Explore careers with us: DHL Careers.

Equal Opportunity Employer

DHL Global Forwarding is committed to equal employment opportunities, evaluating all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

Work Authorization

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.