Senior Vice President of Contract Logistics - Americas

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.

The role will oversee technology adoption, efficiency improvements, KPI management, and strategic expansion—including assisting in the due diligence and integration of M&A opportunities to fill capability gaps.

In addition, this role will oversee the Operations Excellence Team, which includes the following areas: Business Intelligence, Solutions Engineering, Pricing, Lean/Continuous Improvement, Safety, Inventory Management, Quality, and ISO Certifications.

The Sr. Vice President of Contract Logistics will also be accountable for building out capabilities that support global verticals (e.g., Automotive, Healthcare, Retail, Technology) where applicable.

This position will report to the CEO & MD Americas Region and play a pivotal role in defining and executing the multi-year strategy for Contract Logistics.


KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Strategic Leadership

• Define, communicate, and execute the multi-year strategy for Contract Logistics aligned with overall business objectives
• Build organizational capabilities to deliver superior customer service, operational excellence, and cost competitiveness
• Identify and close white space gaps in service offerings through capability development, partnerships, or M&A
• Develop and scale capabilities that support global industry verticals, ensuring relevance and alignment to sector-specific customer needs

Operational Excellence

• Lead the Operations Excellence Team, overseeing Business Intelligence, Solutions Engineering, Pricing, Lean/Continuous Improvement, Safety, Inventory Management, Quality, and ISO Certifications
• Ensure systems, processes, and infrastructure meet the needs of customers and support seamless end-to-end execution
• Drive continuous improvement in operational performance, efficiency, and scalability.
• Champion the use of new technologies, automation, and digital tools to reduce costs and enhance efficiency
• Establish, monitor, and manage KPIs and objectives for operational, financial, and customer performance
• Leverage Business Intelligence tools to track performance and drive data-informed decision making
• Ensure quality standards and customer KPIs are consistently achieved across the region
• Guarantee that solutions and pricing models are best-in-class, competitive, and aligned with customer expectations

Growth & Innovation

• Lead efforts to evaluate and integrate new technologies into logistics operations
• Stay ahead of industry trends and develop innovative solutions to strengthen customer value propositions
• Assist in the due diligence of potential M&A opportunities and support post-acquisition integration to expand the company’s Contract Logistics footprint

People & Culture

• Build and develop a high-performing team with the right skills to support growth and transformation
• Foster a culture of accountability, customer focus, and innovation
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, IT, Operations, and Finance to ensure alignment and execution of strategy

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

• 15+ years of progressive experience in logistics, supply chain, or operations management, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role
• Proven experience leading contract logistics, warehousing, or distribution at scale
• Demonstrated success in developing and executing multi-year strategies
• Strong knowledge of logistics technologies, automation, and digital transformation
• Expertise in KPI management and Business Intelligence tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, Qlik, etc.) for operational visibility and decision-making
• Proven ability to design and implement competitive solutions and pricing strategies
• Experience in M&A due diligence and integration is strongly preferred
• Strong knowledge of continuous improvement, safety, inventory management, and quality/ISO standards
• Experience building or scaling solutions to support global industry verticals preferred
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and change management skills
• Strategic thinker with a hands-on ability to execute and deliver results

Please note: This position does not offer sponsorship for employment visas. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in The United States without sponsorship now or in the future.
 

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, minimizing 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.

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.

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