Senior Project Manager

DHL
DHL

Operations

United Kingdom · Milton Keynes, UK

Posted on Jul 20, 2026

Grade: RCS I
Contract Type: Permanent (Full-Time)
Location: UK - Hybrid

As a Senior Project Manager at DHL Supply Chain, you'll be at the heart of transforming one of the world's leading logistics organisations. From implementing cutting-edge technology and automation solutions to launching major customer operations, no two projects are ever the same. You'll work alongside passionate experts, influence strategic decisions, and see the direct impact of your work across a global business.

This is a role for people who love a challenge, thrive on variety, and want to leave their mark. You'll have the opportunity to lead high-profile projects, build powerful stakeholder relationships, and drive meaningful change that shapes the future of supply chain operations. If you're ambitious, innovative, and excited by delivering results on a large scale, this is where your next big project begins.

✅A TYPICAL DAY MAY INVOLVE

  • Leading large-scale logistics and operational projects from concept through to successful delivery.
  • Collaborating with customers, site teams, and senior stakeholders to keep projects on track and aligned to business goals.
  • Managing project plans, timelines, budgets, risks, and resources to ensure successful outcomes.
  • Facilitating project meetings, providing progress updates, and driving solutions to overcome challenges.
  • Supporting the implementation of new processes, systems, automation, and operational improvements across the business.
  • Coaching and influencing cross-functional teams to deliver results while maintaining exceptional customer service standards.

✅THIS ROLE WOULD SUIT PEOPLE WHO

  • Have previous Senior Project Management experience managing complex projects from initiation through to completion, within supply chain environments
  • Hold a recognised Project Management qualification such as APM, PRINCE2 or equivalent.
  • Thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy balancing multiple priorities and stakeholders.
  • Are natural problem-solvers who can identify risks early and implement effective solutions.
  • Have strong communication and influencing skills, with the confidence to engage senior leaders and customers.
  • Enjoy driving change, delivering continuous improvement, and making a measurable impact on business performance.

✅WHY JOIN US?

  • Access to the Company Car Scheme or Car Allowance
  • Join our generous pension scheme and benefit from an 8% employer contribution, alongside a 4% employee contribution
  • Free confidential 24/7 GP consultations
  • Hundreds of retail and lifestyle discounts
  • Affordable loans, savings schemes and free mortgage advice
  • Visit https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/working-at-dhl-supply-chainto learn more

✅WHO WE ARE

​We're the global leaders in supply chain management with 188,000 people in over 50 countries. Our expert teams work together to deliver for our customers across a range of industries including retail, automotive, healthcare and more.

✅BUILDING AN INCLUSIVE WORKPLACE

At DHL, we're all about creating a workplace where everyone's skills and experiences matter, and where you can be your true self every day.

As proud supporters of the Armed Forces Covenant, we value the skills and experience of ex-service personnel and are dedicated to helping our veterans find jobs.

Please be aware that interviews are provisionally scheduled to take place during the week commencing 3rd August. Applications received after this date may not be considered but will be added to our talent pool for future opportunities, subject to your consent. Please also be aware that we review applications continuously and where we have a large number of applications the application period may close ahead of the provisional interview date. To ensure your application is considered we recommend submitting it as early as possible.

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