Midwest, Project Manager

DHL Air (UK) Ltd; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 96,000 - 126,000; 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 is seeking a Midwest Project Manager to oversee the planning, resource allocation and delivery of key initiatives in the Midwest region, including Chicago. You will translate strategy into execution and manage cross-functional teams to achieve milestones and KPIs.

Responsibilities include presenting structured analyses to senior management and driving continuous improvement while collaborating with regional leadership on growth and airfreight projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required, advanced degree preferred in relevant discipline (e.g., Business Administration, Management).
• 4-6 years’ work experience in Management Consulting, Operations Strategy, Business Transformation, Strategic Projects, Logistics Operations or Development.
• Experience leading project teams.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize data into actionable insights.
• Strong Data Analytics, AI and PM tools.
• Advanced skills in MS Excel and Power Point.
• Exceptional influencing and partner management skills in highly matrixed environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver a portfolio of Midwest region strategic projects and programs.
• Partner with RVP Midwest and Station Managers to identify, scope, and prioritize strategic initiatives.
• Translate objectives into defined roadmaps with milestones, KPIs and success criteria.
• Lead cross-functional project teams to deliver complex initiatives.
• Present to senior management analyses providing solutions to manage dependencies and interfaces.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Data analytics

AI tools

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Title: Midwest, Project Manager

Job Location: Chicago, Illinois

DHL Global Forwarding manages the flow of goods and information across a customer’s global supply chain utilizing air/ocean/ground transportation, customs brokerage services, and dedicated warehousing/distribution centers. We are part of Deutsche Post DHL, the world’s leading logistics provider with operations in over 220 countries. Visit our career site on the web at http://www.dhl-usa.com/en/careers/jobs.html

We have an outstanding career opportunity for a Project Manager in the Midwest region to translate strategy into execution by overseeing the planning, resource, and delivery of key initiatives.

Come join our DHL team and establish a career with the largest global transportation and logistics company!

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and deliver a portfolio of Midwest region strategic projects and programs.
• Partner with RVP Midwest and Station Managers to identify, scope, and prioritize strategic initiatives aligned with organizational goals for both short to medium term projects
• Translate objectives into clearly defined project roadmaps with milestones, KPIs and success criteria and lead these projects to completion
• Lead cross-functional project teams to deliver complex and high value initiatives
• Present to senior management a structured analysis providing solutions to manage both the dependencies and the interfaces between projects
• Analyze business processes, identify alternative solutions, assess feasibility and recommend new/ alternate approaches
• Define success metrics and oversee reporting on business outcomes, ROI and performance improvement
• Conduct project post-implementation reviews to capture lessons learned and ensure continuous improvement
• Champion best practices across projects and functions to ensure continuous improvement
• Support Midwest leadership with special assignments like growth meeting, presentations and airfreight related projects [20% of time].

Skills And Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required, advanced degree preferred in relevant discipline (e.g., Business Administration, Management)
• 4-6 years’ work experience in Management Consulting, Operations Strategy, Business Transformation, Strategic Projects, Logistics Operations or Development
• Experience leading project teams
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex data (financial, operational, market) into actionable insights
• Strong Data Analytics, AI and PM tools
• Advanced skills in MS Excel and Power Point
• Exceptional influencing and partner management skills in highly matrixed environments

Pay Range: $95,545.00 - $126,060.00+ (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.

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.