Project Management Manager – Warehouse Logistics Operations
Skills
About the role
About DHL Supply Chain:
As the world’s largest contract logistics specialist, we create a competitive advantage for our customers by giving them logistics solutions based on our globally standardized warehousing, transportation, and integrated services.
Our people is our biggest asset. We are certified as a Great Place to Work Company. In DHL you will find a culture that embraces diversity, collaboration; boost your strengths and generate confidence.
A world driven by logistic. A company driven by people!
Job Purpose:
Lead strategically high-complexity projects within warehouse logistics operations, including site relocations, operational start-ups, mechanization implementations, process reengineering initiatives, and continuous improvement programs, ensuring proper planning, execution, stabilization, and delivery in line with scope, schedule, cost, quality, safety, and corporate standards, contributing to operational efficiency and overall business objectives.
Key responsibilities:
Lead end-to-end warehouse logistics projects, including site relocations, new operational start-ups, expansions, and closures.
Manage the implementation of mechanization and automation solutions, coordinating suppliers, technical teams, and operations.
Lead reengineering and continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, cost efficiency, service levels, and safety.
Ensure operational continuity during transitions and structural changes.
Manage project plans including timelines, budgets, resources, risks, and executive communications.
Coordinate cross-functional teams (Operations, Engineering, IT, Finance, HR, and external providers).
Define, track, and report project KPIs and post go-live operational performance.
Ensure compliance with safety, quality, governance, and best practice standards.
Present project progress and results to executive stakeholders and internal/external customers.
Who we are looking for:
Degree and/or certifications in Project Management, Lean, Six Sigma, or related disciplines are desirable.
3+ years of experience in warehouse logistics operations.
7+ years leading complex projects (relocations, start-ups, mechanization, reengineering).
Proven experience managing budgets, schedules, and high-performance teams.
Experience in 3PL or multinational supply chain environments is highly desirable.
Warehouse mechanization and automation implementations.
Lean Logistics, continuous improvement, and process reengineering.
Operational KPIs, productivity, layouts, flows, and capacity sizing.
Advanced Excel skills, executive-level presentations, and project management tools.
Strategic leadership and team management
Analytical thinking and results-driven mindset
Change management and crisis handling
Executive-level communication and negotiation
Customer focus (internal and external)
Decision-making and risk management
Availability to work in Cuautitlán Izcalli
Inclusion. Delivered Together.
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