Global Aerospace & Defense EVP — Strategic Growth

DSV - Global Transport and Logistics; Itasca (IL); On-site; USD 300,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

DSV – Global Transport and Logistics in the United States is seeking an Executive Vice President, Global Enterprise Vertical Head for Aerospace & Defence. This senior role defines the vertical strategy and drives long-term growth through strategic partnerships with aerospace OEMs, defence contractors, and major enterprise accounts.

The role requires 15–20+ years of leadership in global logistics or Aerospace & Defence, strong executive presence, and the ability to engage C-suite

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent with strong analytical foundations.
• 15–20+ years of senior commercial/operational leadership in global logistics or Aerospace & Defence.
• Experience engaging C-suite and managing multinational accounts.

Responsibilities

• Define and lead the global Aerospace & Defence vertical strategy.
• Drive global revenue growth through strategic accounts and new business opportunities.
• Position DSV as a trusted partner to OEMs, defence contractors, and airlines.
• Develop industry intelligence to inform growth opportunities and differentiated solutions.
• Lead global commercial excellence and establish strong account planning and pipeline development.

Skills

Executive leadership

Global logistics

Aerospace & Defence

Strategic account management

Commercial strategy

Education

University degree

Job description

DSV – Global Transport and Logistics in the United States is seeking an Executive Vice President, Global Enterprise Vertical Head for Aerospace & Defence. This senior role defines the vertical strategy and drives long-term growth through strategic partnerships with aerospace OEMs, defence contractors, and major enterprise accounts.

The role requires 15–20+ years of leadership in global logistics or Aerospace & Defence, strong executive presence, and the ability to engage C-suite