Director Strategy Development

DHL Germany; Westerville (OH); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Excellent insurance benefits

401K plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain in the United States seeks a Director of Strategy Development to lead strategic planning, product development, and M&A initiatives across NORAM. This role partners with sector leads to shape long-term growth and optimize strategic programs within a dynamic logistics environment.

Ideal candidates bring 7+ years of supply chain strategy experience, a solid background in consulting or investment banking, and strong leadership in strategic partnerships and due diligence processes.

Qualifications

• 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: strategic planning/analysis, account management, or acquisitions/strategic partnerships
• Experience as a management consultant or investment banker or working in a strategic role in supply chain function, preferred

Responsibilities

• Develop, enhance and facilitate the business planning process.
• Lead division/sector teams in formulating strategies and plans.
• Identify potential acquisition targets and support due diligence.
• Define, assess and develop strategic products for deployment in NORAM.
• Manage acquisition/partnership strategies and vet target companies.

Tools

Financial Modeling

Job description

Director Strategy Development (US-O)

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
• Lead due diligence process
• 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.

Benefits

• 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.