Senior Director, Network Planning

Job overview

The Senior Director, Network Planning role is onsite in Erlanger, KY. Compensation is not specified. The position leads the Network Planning Group, which designs, plans, implements, and optimizes DHL’s air and road network across the Americas. The director sets strategic direction for network and hub operations, develops business plans, and leads a team responsible for connecting customer shipments on time. The role advances service, safety, quality, and efficiency through cross-functional planning, external partnerships, and team development.

What you'll do

• Set strategic direction for the Americas air network and network and hub operations
• lead business reviews and network change proposals
• align country operations and cross-functional teams
• use reporting and analytics to guide aviation network decisions
• represent DHL with airline partners, industry groups, and regulatory bodies
• develop and motivate the Network Planning Group
• identify training needs and support succession and career development.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

senior director

network planning

air network

road network

americas

global hub

aviation operations

strategic planning

team leadership

erlanger ky

dhl express

travel 40%–60%

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• The posting describes competitive compensation packages and employee programs, services, and benefits but does not enumerate specific benefits.

Why this role

Leads planning for the Americas network from a location that is home to one of DHL’s three global hubs; the posting states travel of 40%–60% and availability to work varied shifts in a 24-hour operation.

About the employer

DHL Express, Inc. is hiring for this role. Industry: Couriers and Express Delivery Services. Sector: 49.