Operations Launch Manager

DP World is growing! We have exciting opportunities for Operations Launch Managers to join our incredibly fast paced Contract Logistics PMO. In these roles you will use your extensive Operations Management experience in Contract Logistics to manage the operations focused project delivery ensuring the successful launch of the new business awarded is completed on time and in budget. These positions are offered on a Remote basis but with extensive travel requirements depending on where projects are based across Europe.

About the role

• Support the implementation of new contract logistics launches in line with the Launch Governance Methodology/approach.
• Support the planning, development, testing and implementation of launches to ensure timely deliverables, project success and quality for the Ops Launch Team roles & responsibilities (RACIS).
• Developing good working relationships with the customer throughout the projects lifecycle.
• Manage project launch budgets, initiate action to identify and resolve problems, and ensure goals are met.
• Review, communicate and escalate critical project issues with the Ops Launch Director & Project Manager
• Serve as primary system SME in supporting the system design ensuring the successful completion of UAT (internal and customer) to Project Go Live ensuring the project agreed scope is delivered and complete operational handover when all KPIs are met on a consistent basis.
• Ensure Process Flows are completed for operational/system design.
• Lead and Participate in business process redesign teams.
• Present operational aspects of solution to all relevant internal & customer stakeholders.
• Ensure test script scenarios for Internal UAT are completed.
• Review, communicate and escalate critical project issues to the PMO team
• Provide support & training to the operational launch team member. 

Your Key Qualifications 

• ​​Extensive experience in successful warehouse operations management in a senior capacity.
• Outstanding communication, negotiation and influencing skills whilst maintaining integrity are essential as you will be liaising with all levels of management and operations. 
• Experience with new site launches/continuous improvement initiatives would be advantageous.
• Strong organizational/analytical skills and be able to translate ideas to action effectively. 
• It is essential that you speak fluent German

Compensation

DP World offers exciting and challenging roles within a growing international organization. We strive to hire and develop the right people, locally and globally, stimulating personal growth and self-development within an informal atmosphere. We offer a market competitive compensation package.

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, minimising 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.

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