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Carrier Manager

On-site in Valencia, Valenciana, Comunidad +1·Added 1 month ago (last checked 29 Oct)

DHL

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On-site, Valencia, Valenciana, Comunidad / Valenciana, Comunitat
English
Required
Experience
5+ years
Education
University degree

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Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Fluent English and availability to travel.
  • Academic background in Logistics, Supply Chain, Freight Forwarding, or a related field.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in logistics operations within an international multimodal environment.
  • Strong experience in strategic carrier or supplier management, negotiation, and relationship development.
  • Proven ability to manage carrier performance through KPIs, SLAs, business reviews, and improvement plans.
  • Excellent communication, stakeholder management, influencing, and problem-solving skills.
  • Analytical, proactive, and business-oriented mindset.

The role

The Carrier Manager is responsible for building strategic, long-term partnerships with key transport providers across international and multimodal operations. Acting as DHL's main point of contact for carriers, this role drives performance, resolves escalations, identifies risks, and ensures service quality, capacity, and cost efficiency.

What you'll do

  • Develop strong, trusted relationships with key carriers and promote long-term strategic partnerships.
  • Lead carrier performance reviews using KPIs and SLAs, ensuring clear follow-up and improvement actions.
  • Manage negotiations, operational escalations, service commitments, capacity, and costs.
  • Identify risks, trends, and improvement opportunities across the carrier network.
  • Define and support the carrier strategy in collaboration with Operations, Planning, Procurement, and customers.
  • Translate performance data into concrete actions and strategic decisions.
  • Evaluate and onboard new carriers, ensuring compliance with DHL and customer standards.
  • Drive continuous improvement across the transport network to enhance service, efficiency, and reliability.

How you'll work

Location: Alfafar (Valencia - Spain)

description

DHL Supply Chain Valencia center of excellence is plenty of job opportunities to start or further develop your career.

Why Join Us

Join a global leader and take ownership of strategic carrier relationships within a dynamic international environment, directly contributing to high-impact supply chain solutions.

We are committed to equal opportunity and reject all forms of discrimination. Employee selection at DHL Group is based on qualifications, performance, skills, and experience.

About DHL

DHL is the world's leading logistics and express delivery company, operating a global network that connects people and businesses across more than 220 countries and territories. As a division of the German logistics giant Deutsche Post DHL Group, the company provides a comprehensive range of services including international express, freight transportation (air, ocean, road, and rail), contract logistics, and e-commerce solutions. With a workforce of hundreds of thousands of employees worldwide, DHL is a category-defining brand in the logistics industry, known for its reliability, speed, and extensive global reach.

In Spain, DHL has a strong and established presence with offices and operations in major cities including Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, and Vitoria, among others. The company offers a wide range of roles in logistics operations, customer service, sales, and corporate functions, making it a significant employer for both local and international talent. DHL's work culture emphasizes innovation, sustainability, and employee development, with programs like the Graduate Program and Talent Bank designed to nurture future leaders. For international professionals, DHL Spain offers opportunities to work in a truly global environment, with the chance to build a career across borders and gain exposure to diverse logistics operations.

Industry
Logistics
Founded
1969
Employees
500,000+
Headquarters
Bonn, Germany
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia and 1 more

Good to know if you are moving

  • DHL is a global company with operations in over 220 countries, offering international professionals the chance to work in a truly global environment.
  • The company has a strong presence in Spain with offices in Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, and Vitoria, providing a wide range of roles from operations to corporate functions.
  • DHL offers structured graduate programs and internships in Spain, such as the 'Programa Graduate' and 'Contrato en prácticas', which are excellent entry points for international talent.
  • As a German-headquartered company, DHL provides a multicultural work environment, with English often used as the corporate language, making it accessible for non-Spanish speakers.
  • DHL is known for its strong commitment to employee development and offers clear career progression paths, both within Spain and internationally.
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