DHL Group

Station Manager

DHL Group$150K — $200K *
Transportation
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • 6+ years in ocean freight, logistics, or supply chain operations
  • Proven leadership managing teams and driving performance
  • Strong financial acumen with P&L management experience
  • Knowledge of ocean freight operations and customs regulations
  • Expertise in commercial and financial management including budget optimization
  • Skills in customer relationship management and effective escalation handling

Responsibilities

  • Own and manage full Ocean Freight P&L for profitability
  • Achieve productivity targets and enhance operational efficiency
  • Collaborate with Sales to boost local growth and customer retention
  • Monitor financial performance and implement necessary corrective actions
  • Ensure compliance with DHL global processes and standards
  • Lead execution of all ocean freight operations including FCL and LCL
  • Drive continuous process improvements through performance tools

Benefits

  • Competitive base salary plus performance-based incentives
  • 401(k) match of $1-for-$1 up to 4% quarterly and 2% annual base contribution
  • Stock Purchase Plan allowing purchase of shares at a discount
  • Comprehensive medical coverage including preventive care and prescriptions
  • Optional vision and dental insurance plans
  • Generous paid time off including holidays and vacation days
Full Job Description
Job Title: Station Manager

Job Location: Edison, New Jersey

We have an exciting opportunity for a STATION MANAGER to lead and manage the Ocean Freight function at the NYP station, overseeing department managers, supervisors, and specialists to deliver operational excellence and strong financial performance.

This role is accountable for full P&L ownership, ensuring productivity, service quality, and compliance while driving commercial growth and customer retention. The Station Manager acts as a key escalation point, championing a customer-first mindset and continuous improvement across all ocean freight activities.

Key Responsibilities :
  • Own and manage full Ocean Freight P&L for the station, driving gross profit and cost control
  • Deliver productivity targets and optimize operational efficiency
  • Partner with Sales to drive local growth, customer retention, and upsell opportunities
  • Monitor financial performance and implement corrective actions to meet targets
  • Ensure adherence to DHL global processes and service standards in all shipments
  • Oversee execution of ocean freight operations (FCL, LCL, special cargo)
  • Maintain full compliance with regulatory requirements (import/export, customs, commodity and trade lanes)
  • Identify and lead process improvement initiatives using DHL performance tools
  • Act as a key escalation point for customer issues and complex requests
  • Conduct regular customer visits to strengthen relationships and improve satisfaction
  • Proactively monitor customer feedback and implement improvements
  • Build and manage relationships with carriers, vendors, and service providers
  • Address supplier performance gaps and implement improvement plans
  • Optimize sourcing strategies to balance service quality and profitability
  • Lead, develop, and coach a team of managers, supervisors, and specialists
  • Foster a high-performance, collaborative, and customer-centric culture
  • Ensure teams are equipped to resolve issues effectively and independently
  • Support talent development, succession planning, and resourcing needs
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders across operations, sales, and functions
  • Influence business decisions and drive alignment with DHL strategy
  • Advise customers and partners on processes, systems, and solutions
Skills / Requirements :
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • Minimum 6+ years of experience in ocean freight, logistics, or supply chain operations
  • Proven leadership experience managing teams and driving performance
  • Strong financial acumen with P&L management experience
  • Ocean Freight Operations (FCL, LCL, routing, carrier management)
  • Import/Export, customs and regulatory knowledge
  • Commercial and financial management (budgets, GP optimization)
  • Customer relationship management and escalation handling
  • Supplier and stakeholder management
  • Process improvement and operational excellence
  • Leadership, coaching, and team development
  • Communication, influencing, and negotiation
  • Strong business acumen and DHL process knowledge
Pay Range: $150,637.50 - $200,850.00+ (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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