As Business Unit Director – Retail in Italy, you will define and execute the BU strategy to drive profitable growth and ensure operational excellence across multiple logistics sites. You will own P&L; and lead cross-functional teams to expand market presence while maintaining customer satisfaction. The role includes end-to-end logistics, capacity planning, cost optimization, and large-scale projects like site start-ups and automation. You will work closely with customers and stakeholders to promote innovation and continuous improvement while shaping a high-performance, customer-centric culture.

- Define and implement the Retail BU strategy aligned with DHL Supply Chain objectives
- Lead end-to-end logistics operations across multiple locations (warehousing, distribution, value-added services)
- Ensure operational efficiency, scalability, and service excellence
- Manage capacity planning for seasonal peaks and fluctuating volumes
- Own full P&L; accountability and manage operating budgets
- Drive cost optimization and ROI-focused initiatives
- Monitor financial KPIs and achieve performance targets
- Lead change management initiatives
- Drive growth through expansion of existing contracts
- Support commercial activities including solution design and business case development




- Strengthen and expand relationships with key customers and stakeholders
- Lead large-scale projects such as new site start-ups and automation initiatives
- Promote innovation, digitalization, and Lean/continuous improvement practices
- Lead a complex organization (Site Managers, Operations Managers, Key Account Managers)
- Build a high-performance, customer-centric culture
- Drive employee engagement, talent development, and succession planning
- Bachelor’s degree (Engineering, Business, Supply Chain or similar)
- MBA or advanced degree is a plus
- At least 15+ years of professional experience with 8–10 years in senior leadership roles
- Extensive background in supply chain or manufacturing
- Proven experience managing multi-site/plant operations including people management
- Strong track record in P&L; management and business development
- Experience leading large teams in complex customer environments
- Strong leadership and decision-making capabilities
- Expertise in operations management and continuous improvement (Lean/Six Sigma/WCM)

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📌 BU Director (Peschiera Borromeo)
🏢 Experteer Italy
📍 Peschiera Borromeo