The role
We are looking for a Regional Commercial Handover Manager who can work with the bid teams to be the bridge to help them handover their wins over to the operations team in the freight forwarding department.
This is an important role making sure that the SLAs and objectives in the bid document are met and delivered. You will work with the bid teams to understand the key criteria of the successful submission document and then manage meetings with the operations team making sure that they have a full knowledge of contract deliverables, service expectations and KPIs.
You will as a two way contact point providing feedback to the commercial team to help them understand operational challenges, lesson learned and opportunities for process improvements.
Communication is key to this role as not only are you working with the bid and operational teams but you are a key conduit to the finance and legal teams ensuring everyone is on the same page with each contract win.
Another key aspect of this role is identifying potential risks and implementing mitigating strategy to overcome those risks.
So, who are we looking for?
Key qualifications and experience include:
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
- Strong understanding of freight forwarding operations, pricing structures, and contractual obligations.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Fluency in English, German a strong plus
- Knowledge of Incoterms and international trade operations.
EXPERIENCE
- Extensive experience in tender management, contract handovers, or commercial operations within freight forwarding or logistics.
- Experience in global freight forwarding tenders and contracts
If you are interested in this role click on the link to apply.
Compensation
DP World offers exciting and challenging roles within a growing international organization. We strive to hire and develop the right people, locally and globally, stimulating personal growth and self-development within an informal atmosphere. We offer a market competitive compensation package.
About DP World
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 103,000 employees spanning 75 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. The DP World family comprises of syncreon, Imperial and P&O.
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, minimising disruptions from the factory floor to the customer’s door.
WE MAKE TRADE FLOW
TO CHANGE WHAT'S POSSIBLE FOR EVERYONE
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
- Strong understanding of freight forwarding operations, pricing structures, and contractual obligations
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
- Fluency in English
- German language skills
- Knowledge of Incoterms and international trade operations
- Extensive experience in tender management, contract handovers, or commercial operations within freight forwarding or logistics
- Experience in global freight forwarding tenders and contracts
DP World Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Fair & Transparent Compensation: Pay is considered competitive in many contexts, with strong salary perceptions in several regions. Feedback suggests compensation is sometimes viewed as equitable, with salary practices described as compliant and fair.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits: Wellness initiatives, flexible working hours, and practical supports like reimbursements for mobile, home internet, and home‑office equipment are emphasized. Feedback suggests these benefits contribute meaningfully to everyday work‑life needs.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare Strength: Health coverage is described as comprehensive in some locations, including medical emergency coverage and life insurance. A broader emphasis on health, safety, and wellbeing programs reinforces this support.
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What We Do
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 108,000 employees, spanning 74 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, minimising disruptions from the factory floor to the customer’s door. We make trade flow, to change what’s possible for everyone.
