DP World
Global Manager - Automation and Innovation
DP World, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245
Global Manager - Automation and Innovation
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We are seeking a dynamic and seasoned professional to join our Global Contract Logistics team as a Job Purpose
JOB DESCRIPTION
We are seeking a dynamic and seasoned professional to join our Global Contract Logistics team as a
Global Automation & Innovation Manager . This role is pivotal in identifying, designing, and implementing end-to-end automation solutions, with a strong focus on data analytics, warehouse optimization, and emerging technologies. While primarily focused on the U.S. market, the role may extend to global initiatives for multinational clients. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker and self-starter with deep technical expertise, stakeholder management skills, and a passion for innovation.
Key Accountabilities
Identify opportunities for automation across logistics operations and develop tailored solutions aligned with business and customer needs. Lead the design and execution of automation projects, including proof-of-concept pilots and full-scale implementations. Create detailed technical specifications and 3D sketches using CAD tools. Analyze operational data using Tableau, Power BI, and SQL to define design criteria, optimize layouts, and ensure financial viability. Evaluate RFQ data to determine key drivers for selecting automation and mechanization technologies. Develop and maintain analytical tools to transform raw data into actionable insights for solution design. Validate and compare warehouse design concepts from vendors to select optimal automation/robotics systems. Support site renewals by assessing performance metrics and proposing cost-effective enhancements. Collaborate with vendors to assess and integrate new technologies aligned with strategic goals. Provide training and support to internal teams and clients on automation capabilities and best practices. Present and defend business cases to internal and external stakeholders. Work independently with minimal supervision, proactively identifying problems and driving solutions.
Qualifications, Skills & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in industrial or mechanical engineering; master’s preferred. 7+ years of experience in fulfillment engineering, logistics automation, or business process engineering. Expertise in end-to-end automation solutions and industrial/mechanical engineering principles. Proficiency in AutoCAD, SQL, Tableau, Power BI, and familiarity with WMS platforms. Strong background in solution design, cost modeling, and logistics optimization. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and project management skills. Experience managing stakeholders across cultures and time zones.
About Us
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, minimizing 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.
ABOUT THE TEAM
We are the leading provider of smart logistics solutions, enabling the flow of trade across the globe. Our comprehensive range of products and services covers every link of the integrated supply chain – from maritime and inland terminals to marine services and industrial parks as well as technology-driven customer solutions.
We deliver these services through an interconnected global network of 127 business units in 51 countries across six continents, with a significant presence both in high-growth and mature markets. Wherever we operate, we integrate sustainability and responsible corporate citizenship into our activities, striving for a positive contribution to the economies and communities where we live and work.
Our dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 56,000 employees from 54 countries are committed to delivering unrivalled value to our customers and partners. We do this by focusing on mutually beneficial relationships – with governments, shippers, traders, and other stakeholders along the global supply chain – relationships built on a foundation of mutual trust and enduring partnership.
We think ahead, anticipate change and deploy industry-leading technology to create the smartest, most efficient and innovative trade solutions, while ensuring a positive and sustainable impact on economies, societies and our planet.
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DP World Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. JOB DESCRIPTION
We are seeking a dynamic and seasoned professional to join our Global Contract Logistics team as a Job Purpose
JOB DESCRIPTION
We are seeking a dynamic and seasoned professional to join our Global Contract Logistics team as a
Global Automation & Innovation Manager . This role is pivotal in identifying, designing, and implementing end-to-end automation solutions, with a strong focus on data analytics, warehouse optimization, and emerging technologies. While primarily focused on the U.S. market, the role may extend to global initiatives for multinational clients. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker and self-starter with deep technical expertise, stakeholder management skills, and a passion for innovation.
Key Accountabilities
Identify opportunities for automation across logistics operations and develop tailored solutions aligned with business and customer needs. Lead the design and execution of automation projects, including proof-of-concept pilots and full-scale implementations. Create detailed technical specifications and 3D sketches using CAD tools. Analyze operational data using Tableau, Power BI, and SQL to define design criteria, optimize layouts, and ensure financial viability. Evaluate RFQ data to determine key drivers for selecting automation and mechanization technologies. Develop and maintain analytical tools to transform raw data into actionable insights for solution design. Validate and compare warehouse design concepts from vendors to select optimal automation/robotics systems. Support site renewals by assessing performance metrics and proposing cost-effective enhancements. Collaborate with vendors to assess and integrate new technologies aligned with strategic goals. Provide training and support to internal teams and clients on automation capabilities and best practices. Present and defend business cases to internal and external stakeholders. Work independently with minimal supervision, proactively identifying problems and driving solutions.
Qualifications, Skills & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in industrial or mechanical engineering; master’s preferred. 7+ years of experience in fulfillment engineering, logistics automation, or business process engineering. Expertise in end-to-end automation solutions and industrial/mechanical engineering principles. Proficiency in AutoCAD, SQL, Tableau, Power BI, and familiarity with WMS platforms. Strong background in solution design, cost modeling, and logistics optimization. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and project management skills. Experience managing stakeholders across cultures and time zones.
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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, minimizing 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.
ABOUT THE TEAM
We are the leading provider of smart logistics solutions, enabling the flow of trade across the globe. Our comprehensive range of products and services covers every link of the integrated supply chain – from maritime and inland terminals to marine services and industrial parks as well as technology-driven customer solutions.
We deliver these services through an interconnected global network of 127 business units in 51 countries across six continents, with a significant presence both in high-growth and mature markets. Wherever we operate, we integrate sustainability and responsible corporate citizenship into our activities, striving for a positive contribution to the economies and communities where we live and work.
Our dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 56,000 employees from 54 countries are committed to delivering unrivalled value to our customers and partners. We do this by focusing on mutually beneficial relationships – with governments, shippers, traders, and other stakeholders along the global supply chain – relationships built on a foundation of mutual trust and enduring partnership.
We think ahead, anticipate change and deploy industry-leading technology to create the smartest, most efficient and innovative trade solutions, while ensuring a positive and sustainable impact on economies, societies and our planet.
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