Project Director, LATAM

DSV - Global Transport and Logistics; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 160,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Professional development opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

DSV - Global Transport and Logistics is hiring a Project Director for Latin America, responsible for leading the Project Managers to ensure successful project delivery. This role involves executing quality planning, leading LATAM project teams, and driving internal initiatives.

The ideal candidate has at least 10 years of experience in logistics and supply chain, along with a relevant degree. The position offers competitive compensation and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree in a relevant field.
• Minimum of 10 years of leadership experience.
• Expertise in the Logistics/Supply Chain industry.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Project Managers for successful project execution.
• Provide oversight for LATAM Project Management teams.
• Ensure adherence to quality planning and project standards.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Communication

Logistics/Supply Chain Knowledge

Mathematical Skills

Education

Four-year degree (Industrial Engineering or Business Management preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Project

WMS functionality

Job description

Position Summary

The DSV Contract Logistics Project Director Latin America is responsible for leading a team of Project Managers to deliver company projects successfully, including internally devised major initiatives and new business implementations. The role has dotted line responsibility for the LATAM project management team that reports into each country’s leadership. Responsibilities are segmented into Project Management Execution, Team Leadership, and other department leadership duties.

Project Management Execution

• Drive execution of DSV Quality Planning as the cornerstone of project initiation.
• Ensure adherence to department standard approach and toolsets to deliver Scope, Budget, and Timeline, ultimately launching each project successfully.
• Monitor scheduling and execution of tollgate meetings per the standard project approach and individual project plans.
• Steer communication plans for each project, maintaining consistency and thorough status reporting internally to DSV and externally to clients.
• Act as first point of escalation and approval for Project Management change control, ensuring proper documentation and justification for changes.
• Align the DSV project approach toolset standards across the assigned team of Project Managers.
• Support Business Development, Solution Design, and other requesting departments with estimated project timelines and startup cost validation based on specific scope as needed.

Team Leadership

• Provide oversight and guidance to the LATAM Project Management teams.
• Plan and track work content for PMs in concert with their direct line managers, managing project assignments throughout the year and forecasting bandwidth based on regular updates to current consumption and projections based on project pipeline.
• Drive internal department CIP initiatives for NA Project Management and contribute to CI initiatives for the Project Management and Training department as a whole.
• Deliver regular feedback and coaching to Project Managers individually, and conduct formal performance reviews semi‑annually.
• Manage opportunities for professional development (team and individual).

Education and/or Experience

• Four‑year degree is a basic requirement (Industrial Engineering or Business Management preferred).
• Minimum of 10 years of job‑related/relevant experience in a leadership role.
• Minimum of 10 years Logistics/Supply Chain Industry experience.

Other

• Maintain regular communication with functional counterparts (especially from A&I, Engineering, Operations, and Operations Support) on project delivery feedback and improvement opportunities.
• Lead a bi‑weekly cadence of Senior Leadership‑level project status reporting for LATAM projects.
• Act as department leader in the absence of the Senior Director PM&T when required.
• Act as delegate project tollgate approver for the Senior Director PM&T when required.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management to support special projects, implementations, process improvements, etc.
• Experience dealing with end users, vendors and clients.
• Experience in 3PL environment, specifically in project delivery.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Indirect management of department staff, assignments, and work content.
• Performance evaluations of project management staff.

Computer Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, and Vizio.
• Knowledge of WMS functionality.

Certificates & Licenses

NA

Language Skills

• English (reading, writing, verbal); Spanish highly desired.
• Interpersonal communication and language skills (e.g., listening to others, speaking to others, reading, writing).
• Facilitation skills and mature communication skills to engage all levels in the organization.

Mathematical Skills

• Good mathematical skills.

Physical Demands

Ability to lift/carry and push/pull 21‑50 pounds; reach above shoulder, reach outward, squat, or kneel.

Other Physical Requirements

The employee uses hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, or crouch; talk or hear. The employee uses computer and telephone equipment. Specific vision requirements include close vision and distance vision. Must be able to travel by plane and automobile.

Work Environment

The employee rarely is exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals. Noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Compensation and Benefits

For this position, the expected base pay range is $160,000.00 – $175,000.00 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on job‑related factors such as relevant experience, skills, education, certifications, and geographic location, in accordance with applicable laws and company policy. Information regarding DSV’s benefits offerings, including eligibility, coverage options, and plan details, is available through the DSV Benefits Showcase. Benefits, programs, and eligibility may vary by location and division in accordance with applicable state and local laws.

Equal Employment Opportunity

DSV is an equal employment opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, ancestry, disability, veteran status, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. If you require special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment with DSV, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail]. DSV reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time.