Senior Manager, Supply Chain Solutions
United States
We are the leading provider of worldwide smart end-to-end supply chain & logistics, 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.
DP World is seeking an experienced Senior Manager of Supply Chain Solutions (SCS) to lead the delivery of strategic, large-scale supply chain solutions projects. This role will focus on designing and implementing integrated supply chain solutions that optimize client value chains, enhance operational efficiency, and drive business growth. The Senior Manager will work closely with clients to understand their needs, manage cross-functional teams, and ensure successful project outcomes. This position is remote and can be based anywhere in the United States.
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in supply chain management, excellent leadership skills, and deep expertise in delivering large-scale supply chain solutions in dynamic, fast-paced environments.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
- Lead Cross-Functional Teams: Manage and guide teams through all stages of supply chain projects, from design to execution, ensuring alignment with client goals and DP World’s business objectives.
- Client Engagement & Solution Design: Collaborate with clients to understand their business challenges, design tailored supply chain solutions, and recommend improvements that optimize their value chain.
- Project Governance & Execution: Oversee project scope, timeline, quality, and client expectations. Ensure that projects are executed efficiently and meet agreed-upon deliverables.
- Data-Driven Decision Making: Analyze complex data to identify trends, patterns, and root causes of issues, leveraging insights to drive actionable solutions.
- Stakeholder Management: Maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and alignment on project objectives.
- Quality Assurance: Oversee the quality of deliverables from the analysis and solutions teams to ensure consistency and high standards.
- Performance Management: Manage and mentor project teams, providing guidance and feedback to foster high performance and professional growth.
- Business Development: Support the evaluation of new business opportunities and contribute to the development of proposals that align with client needs and DP World capabilities.
WHO YOU ARE
You are a recognized subject matter expert (SME) in supply chain management, with a strategic mindset and a passion for problem-solving. You thrive in collaborative, cross-functional teams and can adapt to changing priorities while maintaining a focus on delivering results.
- Strong Communicator: You have excellent listening and communication skills, able to clearly convey complex ideas to clients and team members at all levels.
- Strategic & Detail-Oriented: You think both strategically and operationally, balancing the big picture with the critical details necessary to achieve project success.
- Results-Driven: You are proactive in handling competing priorities and consistently meet deadlines, demonstrating a positive, "can-do" attitude.
- Collaborative Leader: You inspire and motivate your team, fostering an environment of trust and accountability. You can also work independently with minimal supervision when needed.
- Problem-Solver: You enjoy tackling complex challenges, digging into data to find root causes, and developing innovative solutions that drive value for clients.
- Confidential & Professional: You understand the importance of confidentiality and approach all tasks with professionalism and integrity.
A DAY IN THE LIFE
- Work closely with SCS leadership and DP World sales teams to identify and pursue new supply chain solution opportunities.
- Lead and manage client projects, ensuring clear communication of project status, deliverables, and risks.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to develop project proposals and presentations for clients.
- Ensure that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of quality.
- Manage project risks by proactively identifying issues and developing mitigation strategies.
- Continuously improve SCS practice by contributing to the development of methodologies, templates, tools, and educational materials.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field (Master’s degree or MBA preferred).
- Experience: 15+ years of experience in supply chain management, consulting, operations, or solution design, with a proven ability to lead and deliver large-scale projects.
- Leadership Skills: Strong experience in leading teams, inspiring and motivating others, and managing team performance.
- Technical Expertise: Deep understanding of supply chain management principles, tools, and technologies. Experience with end-to-end supply chain solutions, including logistics, inventory management, procurement, and demand planning.
- Project Management: Proven track record in delivering successful projects with a focus on scope, quality, and client satisfaction.
- Client-Facing Experience: Strong background in client management, including developing relationships, presenting solutions, and negotiating outcomes.
- Certifications: Preferred certifications include Six Sigma, APICS, or equivalent.
- Travel: Ability to travel up to 40% domestic and international (but typically much less)
Compensation: Expected hiring range is $150,000-$180,000. This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience and other relevant factors. As part of our comprehensive benefits package, DP World offers a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle and other benefits and perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional and financial wellbeing. This position may be eligible for either short-term incentives or sales compensation. We're able to answer any additional questions you may have as you move through the selection process.
ABOUT DP WORLD
Trade is the lifeblood of the global economy, creating opportunities and improving the quality of life for people around the world. DP World exists to make the world’s trade flow better, changing what’s possible for the customers and communities we serve globally.
With a dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 115,000 employees from 160 nationalities, spanning 78 countries on six continents, DP World is pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that’s fit for the future.
We’re rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses -- Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics and Technology – and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to create stronger, more efficient end-to-end supply chain solutions that can change the way the world trades.
What's more, we're reshaping the future by investing in innovation. From intelligent delivery systems to automated warehouse stacking, we’re at the cutting edge of disruptive technology, pushing the sector towards better ways to trade, minimising disruptions from the factory floor to the customer’s door.
DP World is on a mission to transcend boundaries and bridge the gap between all nations and cultures – not just in what we do but also in how we behave.
We are dedicated to creating a culture where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential. We believe that embracing inclusion and diversity, drives innovation and growth and helps us connect people, businesses, and societies. Free minds and different perspectives are changing our world, and together we can change what’s possible.
WE MAKE TRADE FLOW
TO CHANGE WHAT'S POSSIBLE FOR EVERYONE.
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.
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Tasks- Business development
- Client engagement & solution design
- Data-driven decision making
- Drive business growth
- Lead cross-functional teams
- Performance management
- Project governance & execution
- Quality assurance
- Stakeholder management
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