Senior Logistics Project Lead

DSV; Itasca, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 66,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

DSV – Global Transport and Logistics in Itasca, IL seeks a Senior Project Specialist to oversee complex logistics projects, coordinating across internal teams and external vendors to meet timelines and budgets. The role demands strong communication, organizational and analytical skills, with a focus on delivering value to customers.

The position emphasizes project planning, risk management, and maintaining documentation while ensuring compliance and cost control in a dynamic logistics

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, logistics, supply chain management, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in logistics, transportation, or supply chain management.
• Experience managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders and tight deadlines.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage complex logistics and transportation projects from start to finish.
• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables with stakeholders.
• Develop detailed project plans, timelines and budgets.
• Monitor progress and report on KPIs.
• Identify and mitigate risks and issues.
• Manage budgets and ensure financial targets are met.
• Build relationships with customers, vendors and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and internal policies.
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation.

Skills

Communication

Organizational

Analytical

Project management

Logistics operations

Independent work

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, logistics, supply chain management, or related field

Master's degree in business, logistics, supply chain management, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Project

Asana

Microsoft Office

Job description

DSV – Global Transport and Logistics in Itasca, IL seeks a Senior Project Specialist to oversee complex logistics projects, coordinating across internal teams and external vendors to meet timelines and budgets. The role demands strong communication, organizational and analytical skills, with a focus on delivering value to customers.

The position emphasizes project planning, risk management, and maintaining documentation while ensuring compliance and cost control in a dynamic logistics