Function Operations Reports To Regional Operations Head Location Regional HQ (multi-state coverage) Travel Required 25% ☐ 50% ☑ 75% ☐
About DHL Blue Dart Express India: At Blue Dart, we go beyond delivering shipments—we deliver trust, precision, and excellence. As India’s most reliable express logistics provider, we empower commerce by reaching over 56,000+ locations across India and connecting to 220+ countries through our global DHL network. Backed by the strength of DHL Group, we bring together international standards with deep local expertise. Our dedicated Boeing freighter fleet, 12,000+ vehicles, and best-in-class service ensure time-definite delivery that businesses and customers count on every day. We are proud to be consistently ranked among India’s Top 100 Great Places to Work® and recognized as part of the DHL Group’s Top Employer certification across multiple regions. Being an Employer of Choice is not just a goal—it’s a fundamental part of who we are. We are committed to creating a workplace where people feel valued, empowered, and proud to belong. If you're looking to join a purpose-led, people-first organization that shapes India’s supply chain with integrity and care—Blue Dart is where you belong.
Position Overview: Regional leadership role accountable for last‑mile capacity building, productivity and partner ecosystem performance across multiple states and cities. Owns technology/process adoption and competitive benchmarking versus close market players (e.g., leading quick‑commerce, hyperlocal, and express parcel providers) to deliver best‑in‑class OTD, First Attempt Success, cost per delivery, and customer experience. Leads a team of cluster/city leads and governs multiple delivery service partners (DSPs. Acts as the regional single‑threaded owner for capacity readiness across peaks, urban network design (micro‑hubs/PUDOs/lockers), and standardized practices. This role operates as a regional capability and governance function, working in close partnership with line Operations teams. It focuses on capacity planning, productivity, and partner ecosystem effectiveness, rather than direct ownership of day-to-day last mile execution
Job Purpose: Plan and secure sufficient, efficient last-mile capacity; lift delivery productivity; standardize partner/DSP governance; and optimize cost per delivery through data‑driven route design, fleet mix and continuous improvement—without compromising safety, compliance or customer experience. The role contributes directly to regional service performance and unit economics, influencing cost per delivery, productivity, and customer experience outcomes.
Key Roles & Responsibilities Strategic Leadership
Develop and execute the regional last‑mile strategy aligned to product SLAs and business goals.
Translate national playbooks into region‑specific capacity plans (riders/vehicles, micro‑hubs, PUDOs/lockers).
Benchmark against close market competition and convert insights into regional actions.
Define and drive regional capacity plans, including rider/vehicle mix, micro hub deployment, and peak readiness, in alignment with network and business priorities
People Leadership & Culture
Lead and coach a multi‑city team (cluster/city managers, field supervisors); build bench strength and succession.
Drive engagement, safety culture and compliance; role‑model Blue Dart values in line with Great Place to Work® practices.
Manage performance, conduct skip‑levels, and run targeted training for supervisors and delivery personnel.
Hire, onboard, and develop leaders; calibrate talent and manage performance interventions in low‑performing pockets.
Operational Excellence
Own and govern regional capacity planning, including rider/vehicle requirements, shift structures, and standby pools across cities and tiers, ensuring readiness for business growth and peak volumes.
Drive productivity improvement across the network by optimizing cut-offs, batching logic, route design, and load balancing, in collaboration with city and cluster teams.
Lead partner ecosystem development by expanding and upgrading DSP capabilities, conducting structured QBRs, and ensuring timely closure of performance improvement actions.
Establish and enforce standardized operating practices across all locations, ensuring adherence to SOPs, safety/EHS standards, and regulatory requirements.
Drive consistency in execution by monitoring key operational metrics, identifying performance gaps across cities, and enabling corrective actions through structured governance mechanisms
Continuous Improvement (CI)
Run a Kaizen/A3 pipeline focused on OTD uplift, first‑attempt success and cost per stop.
Institutionalize standard work and control plans to prevent regression.
Technology, Data & Automation
Deploy and drive adoption of route optimization, address intelligence/geocoding, courier apps/ePOD, dynamic routing; ensure data quality and usage discipline.
Stand up a regional control tower cadence with live exception management (SLA at risk, idle time, re‑attempts, cluster rollovers).
Partner with Engineering/IT for light automation at service centers (scan flows, load‑to‑route aids); track benefit realization (₹, OTD, throughput).
Use experimentation/A‑B testing to tune incentive/gamification models and doorstep flow (photo/OTP, NDR reasons).
Build a data cadence: route density, drop size, travel time, revisit costs, order‑to‑dispatch lead time, NDR/RTO causals; publish monthly scorecards.
Ensure sustained adoption and accountability of digital tools and control tower mechanisms across all cities and partners.
Cost Optimization & Efficiency
Reduce cost per delivery/order via route redesign, fleet mix (2W/3W/4W/EV) and asset/utilization improvements.
Steer route density and service levels by pin‑code clusters; manage exception costs (revisits, NDR).
Recommend and govern rate cards and incentives balancing speed, quality and cost.
Recommend and influence regional rate cards, partner incentives, and cost structures to balance service quality, speed, and cost efficiency
Experience: 10–15 years total, with strong exposure to regional, multi‑city last‑mile/parcel/hyperlocal (quick‑commerce/food/grocery) operations; proven delivery on OTD, First‑Attempt Success, cost per stop, and DSP/gig workforce governance at scale.
Tooling exposure: Leading route optimization/TMS/ePOD platforms and BI tools; familiarity with geospatial data and address intelligence; comfort with control‑tower workflows.
10 Digital Ops & Control Tower Order‑to‑dispatch lead time, live exception closure TAT
11 Gig/DSP Health Acceptance rate, cancel rate, attendance reliability
12 Sustainability & Fleet Mix % EV share on urban routes, CO₂ per delivery trend
Why join DHL Blue Dart? When you join us, you’re not just taking a job—you’re becoming part of a purpose-led movement that’s reshaping the future of logistics across India and the world. At Blue Dart, we don’t just deliver parcels—we deliver excellence, innovation, and opportunity every day. Here’s what makes us stand out: • Great Place to Work® Certified—a testament to our people-first culture, inclusive environment, and commitment to your growth and well-being. • Competitive pay and performance-linked rewards that truly recognize your impact. • Structured learning, global exposure, and on-the-job coaching to help you grow faster than ever. • Best-in-class benefits—from comprehensive medical cover (including optional parental care) to financial wellness and generous time off. • A culture that celebrates diversity, innovation, and bold thinking—where your voice is heard and your contributions matter. • Global career paths across the DHL Group, opening doors to opportunities in 220+ countries and territories. • The pride of working with India’s most awarded logistics brand, trusted by millions and driven by purpose. This is your chance to do meaningful work, build a career without borders, and thrive in a company that’s not just a logistics leader—but a Great Place to Work. Come grow with us. #LleBD
Required skills
last-mile capacity planning, route optimization, otd (on-time delivery), geospatial data analysis, tms (transportation management system), epod (electronic post office operator), lean six sigma, root cause analysis, kpi/bi proficiency, contracting and vendor governance, fleet planning, safety and compliance, performance management, change management, data-driven decision making, stakeholder negotiation, succession planning, people leadership, coaching, cross-functional collaboration, exception management, a/b testing, process improvement, data quality management, digital tools adoption, control tower operations, customer account management
