DHL Group

Customer Program Manager

DHL Group$79K — $106K *
Transportation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field.
  • 3-7 years in logistics, operations, or customer management.
  • Program management experience preferred.
  • First Choice certification preferred (or willingness to obtain).
  • Strong stakeholder engagement and customer orientation.
  • Results-driven with a continuous improvement mindset.
  • Analytical skills for KPI and performance analysis.

Responsibilities

  • Review customer-specific KPIs and service agreements.
  • Lead issue management including escalations and corrective actions.
  • Conduct regular Business Reviews with customers.
  • Manage Bid Value Proposition in collaboration with various teams.
  • Lead Continuous Improvement (CI) activities using DHL's methodology.
  • Monitor profitability and cost-to-serve.
  • Deliver customer-specific and internal improvement projects.

Benefits

  • Competitive base salary with performance-based incentives.
  • 401(k) match with a $1-for-$1 match up to 4% quarterly + 2% annual base contribution.
  • Discounted stock purchase plan for Deutsche Post AG shares.
  • Comprehensive medical coverage, including preventive care.
  • Optional vision and dental coverage.
  • Generous paid time off including holidays and accrued leave.
Full Job Description
Job Title: Customer Program Manager
Location: Anywhere in the U.S but preferably in Atlanta, Georgia / Hebron, Kentucky / Phoenix, Arizona

Reports To: Head of Customer Operations - NORAM

Role Summary
The Customer Program Manager acts as the single point of coordination for customer programs, ensuring all DHL functions deliver against defined performance standards. The role supports DHL's strategy to strengthen customer loyalty through consistent execution, continuous improvement, and proactive issue management.

What You'll Do
  • Review and ensure achievement of customer specific KPIs and service agreements
  • Lead issue management including escalation, root-cause analysis, and corrective actions.
  • Provide proactive problem resolution and corrective actions to ensure excellence in service
  • Conduct Monthly, Quarterly, and Annual Business Reviews with customers.
  • Manage Bid Value Proposition in collaboration with Solutions Design, Commercial, and Operations teams.
  • Lead CI activities using DHL's First Choice methodology.
  • Coordinate implementation of business
  • Drive Ship-to-Profile performance.
  • Support share of wallet growth initiatives with Commercial teams.
  • Monitor and optimize profitability and cost-to-serve.
  • Improve billing accuracy, timeliness, and reduce disputes.
  • Deliver customer-specific and internal improvement projects.
  • Track measurable outcomes such as cost savings and SLA improvements.
  • Coordinate CI resources to support customer requirements.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field.
  • 3-7 years in logistics, operations, or customer management.
  • Experience with program management preferred.
  • First Choice certification preferred (or willingness to obtain).
  • Customer orientation and strong stakeholder engagement.
  • Results-driven and continuous improvement mindset.
  • Cross-functional collaboration and influencing skills.
  • Understanding of DHL operations and service delivery processes.
  • Analytical skills for KPI and performance analysis.
  • Strong communication and presentation capabilities.
  • Proficient with Outlook Email, Excel, Word and PowerPoint; PowerBI is a plus.
  • Strong understanding of freight forwarding (Air Freight preferred), and the logistics Industry.
  • Strong analytical and problem solving capabilities.
  • Fluent in English communication (verbal & written).
Pay Range: $79,777.50 - $106,370.00+ (Based on Experience)

Benefits (All Non-Union Employees)
  • Compensation: Competitive base salary plus role dependent performance-based incentives.
  • 401(k) Match: $1-for-$1 match up to 4% quarterly + 2% annual base contribution.
  • Stock Purchase Plan: Ability to purchase Deutsche Post AG shares at a discounted rate.
  • Medical: Comprehensive plans covering preventive care, inpatient/outpatient services, and prescriptions.
  • Vision: Optional coverage for exams, frames, and contacts.
  • Dental: Optional coverage for preventive, basic, and major services.
  • Paid Time Off: 7 major holidays, 8 floating holidays, and accrued vacation/sick days.

About DHL Group

DHL Group is a German multinational package delivery and supply chain management company. It is part of the larger Deutsche Post DHL Group. DHL operates in over 220 countries and territories worldwide, making it the most international company in the world. With a workforce exceeding 550,000 employees, DHL is one of the largest employers in the world.
Learn more about DHL Group
Size
550,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1969

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