Project Coordinator

Deutsche Post DHL Group - Houston, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

Houston, TX

10,001+ employees

Couriers and Messengers

About the position

DHL Global Forwarding (DGF) is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Project Coordinator for Industrial Projects based in Houston, Texas. As the world leader in air freight services and a prominent provider of ocean freight services, DGF operates with a workforce of around 30,000 employees committed to ensuring the seamless transport of shipments globally. The Project Coordinator will play a crucial role in coordinating logistics services for various projects, ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental (HSE) requirements, as well as standard operating procedures (SOP) and key performance indicators (KPIs) for both air and ocean freight operations. In this position, the Project Coordinator will be responsible for coordinating logistics services to project destinations, facilitating communication between service providers and DHL, and collaborating closely with operation and logistics teams at key locations. The role requires strong communication skills to maintain effective links with other locations and service providers, ensuring the smooth transport of cargo from ports of entry to final destinations. The Project Coordinator will also engage in ground-level logistics planning, participate in shipment coordination, and support team members during peak operational periods. The successful candidate will be expected to review KPIs with the Project Manager to identify areas for improvement, ensure project compliance with customs and shipping regulations, and actively contribute to team meetings to foster a collaborative environment. This role demands a proactive approach to achieving project objectives and delivering results in an integrated team setting.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to HSE requirements
• Adhere to SOP and SAP
• Adhere to Air & Ocean general KPIs
• Co-ordinate logistics service to the project up to destination(s)
• Co-ordinate communication between Service Providers and DHL
• Co-ordinate operation and logistic teams at key locations, in close co-operation with Project Manager
• Liaise closely with other locations to ensure strong communication links are maintained
• Liaise, in close co-operation with service providers to co-ordinate transport of cargo from ports of entry to final destination
• Ground level logistics planning
• Participate in co-ordination of all shipments
• Support team members during peak periods in different areas of operation when required
• Reviewing KPI's with Project Manager to identify areas of improvement
• Ensure project compliance with Customs and other shipping regulations
• Co-operate, and work very closely with other team members in other locations
• Attend meetings with entire Logistics Team to give all members the opportunity to receive information and give feedback where required
• Provide motivation and drive to deliver the above in an integrated team environment and proactively contribute towards all activities to meet the Projects overall objectives.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 2+ years of experience required
• Strong operational skills
• Strong knowledge of logistics
• Heavy lift domestic trucking experience
• Strong teamwork skills

Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• 401(k) with a match: Pre-tax 401(k) contribution plan with a $1 for $1 match up to 4% quarterly, plus a 2% base contribution annually
• Stock Purchase Plan: Eligible employees can purchase Deutsche Post AG shares at a 15% discount
• Comprehensive healthcare plans covering preventative care, inpatient and outpatient services, and prescription drugs
• Optional vision coverage for eye exams, frames, and contact lenses
• Optional dental coverage for preventative, major, and basic dental services
• Paid time off for 7 major holidays and 8 floating holidays, plus accrued vacation days