DHL Group

Midwest, Program Manager

DHL Group$95K — $126K *
Transportation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or related field; advanced degree preferred.
  • 4-6 years of experience in Management Consulting, Operations Strategy, or related fields.
  • Proven experience leading project teams to success.
  • Strong analytical skills to convert complex data into actionable insights.
  • Proficiency in Data Analytics, AI, and project management tools.
  • Advanced MS Excel and PowerPoint skills required.
  • Exceptional influencing skills in matrixed environments.

Responsibilities

  • Manage and deliver a portfolio of strategic projects in the Midwest region.
  • Collaborate with RVP Midwest and Station Managers to prioritize initiatives.
  • Translate project objectives into defined roadmaps with milestones and KPIs.
  • Lead cross-functional teams to achieve complex project outcomes.
  • Present structured analyses and solutions to senior management.
  • Analyze business processes and recommend alternative solutions.
  • Define success metrics and track business outcomes and performance.

Benefits

  • Competitive base salary with performance-based incentives.
  • 401(k) match of $1-for-$1 up to 4% quarterly, plus 2% annual contribution.
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan allows purchasing shares at a discount.
  • Comprehensive medical plans covering preventive and essential services.
  • Optional vision and dental coverage available.
  • Generous paid time off including holidays and accrued vacation.
Full Job Description
Job Title: Midwest, Program Manager

Job Location: Chicago, Illinois

We have an outstanding career opportunity for a Program Manager in the Midwest region to translate strategy into execution by overseeing the planning, resource, and delivery of key initiatives.

Key Responsibilities :
  • Manage and deliver a portfolio of Midwest region strategic projects and programs.
  • Partner with RVP Midwest and Station Managers to identify, scope, and prioritize strategic initiatives aligned with organizational goals for both short to medium term projects
  • Translate objectives into clearly defined project roadmaps with milestones, KPIs and success criteria and lead these projects to completion
  • Lead cross-functional project teams to deliver complex and high value initiatives
  • Present to senior management a structured analysis providing solutions to manage both the dependencies and the interfaces between projects
  • Analyze business processes, identify alternative solutions, assess feasibility and recommend new/ alternate approaches
  • Define success metrics and oversee reporting on business outcomes, ROI and performance improvement
  • Conduct project post-implementation reviews to capture lessons learned and ensure continuous improvement
  • Champion best practices across projects and functions to ensure continuous improvement
  • Support Midwest leadership with special assignments like growth meeting, presentations and airfreight related projects [20% of time].
Skills and Qualifications :
  • Bachelor's Degree required, advanced degree preferred in relevant discipline (e.g., Business Administration, Management)
  • 4-6 years' work experience in Management Consulting, Operations Strategy, Business Transformation, Strategic Projects, Logistics Operations or Development
  • Experience leading project teams
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex data (financial, operational, market) into actionable insights
  • Strong Data Analytics, AI and PM tools
  • Advanced skills in MS Excel and Power Point
  • Exceptional influencing and partner management skills in highly matrixed environments
Pay Range: $95,545.00 - $126,060.00+ (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
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Founded
1969

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