Sales Program Manager

Job Title: Sales Program Manager Job Location: Atlanta, Georgia

Turn Strategy Into Impact. Drive Growth. Shape the Future of Global Logistics. Are you a strategic thinker who thrives on turning big ideas into meaningful business results? Do you enjoy working alongside senior leaders, leading high-impact initiatives, and bringing structure and momentum to complex business priorities?

DHL Global Forwarding is seeking a dynamic Sales Program Manager to join our team in Atlanta, GA. This is an exciting opportunity for a results-driven professional to play a key role in shaping and executing strategic initiatives across our North American Sales organization.

In this highly visible position, you will partner closely with senior leadership, including our Chief Commercial Officer (CCO), to translate business priorities into actionable strategies, lead strategic projects and programs, and drive measurable results. You will serve as a trusted business partner, connecting people, ideas, and resources to accelerate growth, improve performance, and advance our commercial objectives.

If you are energized by solving complex challenges, influencing decisions, and making a meaningful impact on business performance, we invite you to explore this opportunity!

What You Will Do Strategic Leadership & Business Partnership

• Partner with senior management to identify, evaluate, and prioritize strategic initiatives that support business growth and organizational objectives.
• Translate strategic priorities into actionable roadmaps, complete with milestones, KPIs, and measurable success criteria.
• Serve as a trusted thought partner to senior leadership, providing insights, analysis, and recommendations to support critical business decisions.
• Support the CCO in evaluating business opportunities, transformation initiatives, and operational improvements.
• Prepare executive presentations, business reviews, and leadership meeting materials that communicate progress, insights, and strategic recommendations.

Program & Project Management

• Lead a portfolio of strategic projects and programs from concept through execution, ensuring alignment with business objectives, timelines, budgets, and quality expectations.
• Coordinate cross-functional project teams, resources, and stakeholders to ensure successful delivery of key initiatives.
• Establish project plans, governance, milestones, and reporting processes to maintain visibility and accountability.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential risks and dependencies, and proactively drive solutions to keep initiatives on track.
• Oversee project pipeline prioritization and provide regular updates on program performance, status, and outcomes.
• Continuously evaluate project effectiveness and adjust priorities and execution plans as business needs evolve.

Business Performance & Continuous Improvement

• Define and track key performance indicators to measure business impact, return on investment, and overall project success.
• Analyze business performance and identify opportunities to improve processes, productivity, and commercial effectiveness.
• Lead post-implementation reviews, capture lessons learned, and promote best practices across teams.
• Build strong relationships with executives, business leaders, and internal and external stakeholders to drive collaboration and results.

Executive & Sales Leadership Support

• Serve as a key business partner and primary liaison to the CCO, providing executive coordination and support.
• Manage and coordinate NORAM Sales Management Team meetings, including agendas, presentations, meeting logistics, and follow-up activities.
• Ensure leadership discussions are structured around key business priorities and strategic objectives.
• Document key decisions, track action items, and drive accountability for follow-through across the Sales Management organization.
• Coordinate executive travel arrangements, expense reporting, and related administrative responsibilities.
• Facilitate communication and alignment among Sales Management team members to support effective decision-making and execution.

What You Bring to the Table

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• 2–3 years of professional experience managing strategic projects, preferably within a sales or commercial organization.
• Demonstrated experience leading project teams and supporting the development and implementation of strategic business initiatives.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret business data and translate findings into actionable recommendations.
• Excellent project management, organizational, and prioritization skills.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, including the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, navigate ambiguity, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
• A collaborative mindset with the confidence to partner with senior leaders and cross-functional teams.
• Ability and willingness to travel approximately 25–35%.
• Must be located in the Atlanta, Georgia area.

Compensation & Benefits Base Salary Range: $105,682.00 – $140,910.00+ Actual compensation will be based on experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors.

DHL Global Forwarding offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your financial well-being, health, and work-life balance.

• Competitive Compensation: Base salary plus role-dependent performance incentives.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings: Dollar-for-dollar match up to 4% quarterly, plus an additional 2% annual base contribution.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Opportunity to purchase Deutsche Post AG shares at a discounted rate.
• Medical Coverage: Comprehensive medical plans covering preventive care, inpatient and outpatient services, and prescription medications.
• Dental & Vision: Optional coverage for dental care, eye exams, frames, and contact lenses.
• Paid Time Off: Seven major holidays, eight floating holidays, plus accrued vacation and sick days.

Why DHL Global Forwarding? Build a Career Without Boundaries. At DHL Global Forwarding, we connect people, businesses, and markets around the world. As part of DHL Group, the world's leading logistics provider, we operate in more than 220 countries and territories, helping businesses navigate global supply chains and deliver what matters. With more than 30,000 employees worldwide, DHL Global Forwarding offers the opportunity to be part of an organization where innovation, collaboration, and continuous development are at the heart of what we do. When you join DHL, you're not just taking a job - you're building a career. We invest in our people through professional development, training, mentorship, and opportunities for long-term career growth.

Ready to make an impact? Join a team where your ideas, leadership, and strategic thinking can help shape the future of global logistics. Explore opportunities with us at DHL Careers.

Equal Opportunity Employer DHL Global Forwarding is committed to equal employment opportunities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

Work Authorization Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.