Job Description

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

  1. Works with leadership team to model, analyses logistics and supply chain data to design and optimize an end to end network to drive efficiencies, cost savings and provide outstanding logistics service.

  2. Provides support through proven, structured approach, best practices and state-of-the-art software/ solutions to conduct network simulations and provide design recommendations.

  3. Develop Logistics capabilities ( infrastructure as well as team capabilities, toolkits and culture  by mindset of seeking solutions to setup a scalable model for the future

  4.  Lead the identification of customer supply chain needs /pain points to develop tailored DP World Solutions to fit customer needs

  5. Grow supply chain solutions for DP World customers focusing on supply chain solutions by identifying and qualifying opportunities

  6. Internal and external stakeholders to enable wins in key commercial opportunities: Engage effectively with internal stakeholders in respective region (customer account managers, sales leaders, product managers) for SCM to be effective in identifying and winning opportunities

  7. Business Development for logistics & supply chain by identifying potential opportunities that fit into the DP World MEA’s and global strategy

  8. Develop and implement specific products and a commercial go-to-market strategy on the logistics businesses in MEA

  9. Promote the services and products and coordinate sales efforts with other department sales.

  10. Evaluating sales trends, market conditions, competitor activity and update this in the relevant OS e.g. CRM

  11. Assimilate market information and take part in the overall business development through weekly / monthly sales meetings.

  12. Perform pricing and revenue analysis; corridor cost comparisons for existing and alternative gateways showing full landed costs, cost/benefit analysis, etc.

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

Qualifications

  1. University Degree in Industrial Engineering, Logistics or Related

  2. Desirable Qualification: MBA, CSCP, etc.

Competencies & Skills :

  1. Contract logistics: In depth knowledge of Landside Transportation, Customs House Brokerage, Warehousing and Distribution, LCL and Consolidation, Cold chain, Air freight, etc.

  2. Solution Sales: Supply Chain solution design based on understanding of customer needs and pain points including managing CRM platform development

  3. Project management: Lead estimation of project costing, CAPEX, OPEX, investment process, including launching and leading Projects

  4. Excellent English communication written & oral and presentation skills

  5. Impact and Influence Excellent impact and influencing skills, able to inspire enthusiasm

  6. Conceptual thinking Identifies key issues to clarify and explain a complex situation

  7. Holding people Accountable: Holds individuals accountable for both the what and how

  8. Customer Service Orientation: Proactively seeks to improve customer performance

  9. Analytical Thinking: Makes very complex analyses

Work Experience:

  1. At least 10 years’ experience in Logistics, Freight Forwarding or within a transport related environment or related industry. With at least 3 years in managerial position

  2. Candidate must display experience in the solution design, analysis, and implementation of contract logistics solutions. Experience in the Horn of Africa (Ethiopia, Somaliland, Somalia, Djibouti is preferred). Strong financial acumen. Stakeholder management. Previous experience in project management. Analytical mindset.

About Us

We are the leading provider of smart logistics solutions, enabling the flow of trade across the globe. Our comprehensive range of products and services touches every aspect of life. We're a global network of; 181 business units in 64 countries across six continents. From marine services and inland terminals to industrial parks as well as technology driven customer solutions. Wherever we operate, we integrate sustainability and responsible corporate citizenship, striving for a positive contribution to the economies and communities where we live and work. Our dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 56,000 employees from 64 countries are committed to bringing every customer and partner unrivaled value. We do this by building and growing long lasting relationships – with governments, shippers, traders, and other stakeholders along the global supply chain. We think ahead, anticipate change and deploy industry-leading technology to create the smartest, most efficient and innovative trade solutions, while ensuring a positive and sustainable impact on economies, societies and our planet. DP World is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). We strongly believe that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success and we make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or belief. By submitting your resume and application information, you authorize DP World to transmit and store your information in the world-wide recruitment database, and to circulate that information as necessary for the purpose of evaluating your qualifications for this or other job vacancies.

About the Team

We are the leading provider of smart logistics solutions, enabling the flow of trade across the globe. Our comprehensive range of products and services covers every link of the integrated supply chain – from maritime and inland terminals to marine services and industrial parks as well as technology-driven customer solutions.

We deliver these services through an interconnected global network of 127 business units in 51 countries across six continents, with a significant presence both in high-growth and mature markets. Wherever we operate, we integrate sustainability and responsible corporate citizenship into our activities, striving for a positive contribution to the economies and communities where we live and work.

Our dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 56,000 employees from 54 countries are committed to delivering unrivaled value to our customers and partners. We do this by focusing on mutually beneficial relationships – with governments, shippers, traders, and other stakeholders along the global supply chain – relationships built on a foundation of mutual trust and enduring partnership.

We think ahead, anticipate change and deploy industry-leading technology to create the smartest, most efficient and innovative trade solutions, while ensuring a positive and sustainable impact on economies, societies and our planet.

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