Operations Leaders (South New Jersey; Philadelphia, PA; Washington, DC and Sterling, VA) at DHL Express in Philadelphia, Mississippi

Job Description:

What makes DHL great? Our People! We know each employee’s individual contributions make us the #1 Express Delivery and Logistics Company in the world.

DHL Express is committed to maintaining an environment that empowers every team member to make the greatest possible impact on our business. Our corporate culture is about personal commitment – to our business, to each other and to our global communities. DHL is dedicated to being a great place to work. In addition to competitive compensation packages, our employees enjoy a range of programs, services and benefits that bring the best to their personal lives.

Start YOUR career with DHL today…

We are currently looking for Operations Leaders in our South New Jersey; Philadelphia, PA; Washington, DC; and Sterling, VA stations. As the Operations Leader, you will provide operational management and support at the service center location to ensure efficient and timely pick-up and delivery handling of customer materials and shipments. In addition, you will ensure compliance with safety, security, regulatory, and DHL’s policies.

Key Accountabilities

• Responsible for overall efficient and effective Service Center operations regarding pick-up and delivery personnel and services.


• Ensures all material is picked up and delivered from/to all area accounts in accordance with DHL guidelines, customer expectations and government regulations.


• Ensures safe, efficient and timely handling and transportation of all customer materials.


• Works with sales management to promote DHL sales growth by advising on customer activities and achieving specific customer call targets.


• When required ensures compliance with import/export regulations, duties, and tariffs in some markets.


• Supervises a staff; responsible for hiring, coaching, training, and developing subordinate staff. 


• Assigns work, sets completion dates, reviews work, and manages performance in accordance with organizational policies, procedures, and performance management processes

Key Requirements:

• Typically requires BS/BA and 3-8 years’ experience in related field, including at least one year of supervisory/leadership experience or military leadership MOS experience.


• Supervision in a union environment is a plus


• Complete understanding and wide application of principles, theories, and concepts on the transportation/shipping industry.


• A thorough understanding of specific aspects of work supervised and practical application to problems and situations ordinarily encountered


• Knows and effectively uses fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures relative to quality and productivity improvements, training, budgeting and cost control, and progressive techniques in area of specialization.


• Generally understands basic supervisory approaches for work direction, motivation, and disciplinary action.


• Deals with cross-cultural tactical issues


• Valid Driver’s License and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets Driving Privileges standards

DHL is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. The EEO is the Law poster is available here. http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf