Director Strategy Development

DHL Supply Chain; Columbus (OH); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Insurance benefits

401K plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain in Columbus, Ohio seeks a senior strategy professional to lead strategic planning, product development initiatives, and major acquisitions across NORAM. You will partner with sector leads to shape long-term growth and create value through disciplined analysis and targeted investments.

You bring an undergraduate degree in business or logistics (MBA preferred), 7+ years in supply chain strategy or related consulting, and a track record of delivering strategic projects and

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Business, English, Logistics or related field is required.
• MBA is preferred.
• 7+ years of experience with real supply chain issues in one of our sectors is required.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in strategic planning/analysis, account management, or acquisitions/strategic partnerships is required.
• Experience as a management consultant, investment banker, or in a strategic supply chain role is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance the business planning process for DSC NORAM.
• Assist division and sector teams in developing strategies and business plans.
• Lead actions and monitor progress toward strategic objectives.
• Define, assess, and develop strategic products for NORAM deployment.
• Identify acquisition targets and support modeling, valuation, and project papers.

Skills

Strategic planning

Business strategy

Relationship management

Education

Undergraduate degree in Business, English, Logistics or related field

MBA

Job description

Would you like to join the Logistics Company for the World? DHL Supply Chain is just that.

Become an essential part of everyday life, by contributing to an organization that is Connecting People and Improving Lives. If you have a passion for people, a desire to problem-solve, and eagerness to pursue continuous improvement opportunities... we look forward to exploring career possibilities with you!

Job Description

Supports Development agenda of strategic and business planning, product development, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alignment of DSC's businesses and various projects.

Supports DHL Supply Chain NORAM businesses by (1) providing advanced support (process, tools, facilitation, and challenge) for strategic/business planning and acquisition/strategic relationship activities, (2) working closely with sector leads on day-to-day basis providing strategic perspective and, if agreed, assist in delivery of critical business plan initiatives, and (3) defining, assessing, and developing strategic products for deployment in the NORAM businesses.

Responsibilities

Strategic/Business Planning

• Develop/enhance and facilitate implementation of the business planning process.
• Assist division and sector teams in developing strategies and business plans.
• Lead/assist division and/or sector teams in completing agreed key strategic actions.
• Monitor strategic progress and facilitate successful completion of targeted actions.

Product Development

• Define, assess, and develop products that will accelerate NORAM revenue and profit growth.
• Lead the development of advanced systematic processes to manage product development, from idea creation to delivery and ongoing performance monitoring.

Strategic Relationships

• Manage acquisition and partnering strategies/objectives
• Identify and vet target companies that increase the scope and scale of DSC's capabilities, including industry domain experts, consultancies, and financial advisory firms.
• Support establishment and growth of strategic partnerships.

Mergers & Acquisitions

• Identify potential acquisition targets
• Assist with modeling and valuation
• Preparing projects papers and presentations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

• Undergraduate degree in Business, English, Logistics or related field, required
• MBA, preferred
• 7+ years of experience with real supply chain issues for company(s) in one of our sectors, required
• 5+ years of progressive experience in at least one of the following: strategic planning/analysis, account management, or acquisitions/strategic partnerships required
• Experience as a management consultant or investment banker or working in a strategic role in supply chain function, preferred

Our Organization has a business casual environment and focuses on teamwork, associate development, training, and continuous improvement.

We offer competitive wages, excellent affordable insurance benefits (including health, dental, vision and life), 401K plan, paid vacation and holidays.

Our Organization is an equal opportunity employer.