Executive Vice President, Global Vertical Head of Aerospace & Defense

USA: Itasca, N Arlington Heights Rd Division: Group Job Posting Title: Executive Vice President, Global Vertical Head of Aerospace & Defense Time Type: Full TimeAbout the CompanyDSV is a leading global transport and logistics company, connecting businesses and people in more than 80 countries. With a strong focus on reliability, efficiency, and sustainability, we provide end-to-end supply chain solutions across air, sea, road, and warehousing. At DSV, our culture is built on collaboration, entrepreneurship, and a commitment to continuous improvement. We believe our people are our greatest strength, and we offer diverse career opportunities in a dynamic international environment. By joining DSV, you become part of a global team working together to move the world forward.

Role Purpose: The EVP, Global Enterprise Vertical Head, Aerospace & Defence is responsible for shaping and leading DSV's global Aerospace & Defence vertical strategy, positioning DSV as a trusted logistics and supply chain partner to leading aerospace, aviation, defence, and associated industry customers worldwide. The role defines the long-term commercial direction of the vertical and drives sustainable growth through strategic customer partnerships, deep industry insight, and differentiated logistics and supply chain solutions. As a senior executive leader, the EVP ensures DSV remains closely connected to developments shaping the Aerospace & Defence ecosystem, including evolving global supply chains, production and aftermarket requirements, regulatory and security considerations, technological advancement, sustainability, and geopolitical developments. The role requires deep logistics, supply chain, or Aerospace & Defence industry expertise, together with the executive presence and commercial judgement to engage senior customers, shape DSV's value proposition, and identify opportunities for long-term growth. Working closely with regional leadership teams, divisions, and global functions, the EVP ensures consistent execution of the vertical strategy while enabling commercial excellence, operational alignment, innovation, and the high standards of quality and compliance required by Aerospace & Defence customers.

Key Responsibilities: Define and lead the global Aerospace & Defence vertical strategy, ensuring alignment with DSV's overall commercial priorities and long-term growth ambitions. Drive sustainable global revenue growth through strategic account development, customer retention, share-of-wallet expansion, and targeted new business opportunities. Position DSV as a trusted strategic supply chain partner to leading aerospace manufacturers, defence organizations and contractors, Tier suppliers, MRO providers, airlines, and other relevant participants across the ecosystem. Develop and maintain deep industry intelligence, remaining closely connected to market dynamics, customer investment priorities, production trends, aftermarket requirements, technological developments, and geopolitical factors affecting Aerospace & Defence supply chains. Translate industry developments and customer challenges into actionable commercial strategies, differentiated value propositions, and scalable logistics solutions. Ensure the vertical's commercial strategy recognizes the quality, security, regulatory, trade compliance, and operational resilience requirements associated with Aerospace & Defence supply chains, working closely with the appropriate DSV specialist functions. Lead global commercial excellence within the vertical, strengthening strategic account planning, customer engagement models, pipeline development, sales effectiveness, and commercial performance. Oversee the global enterprise account structure through the Vice President, Global Key Accounts and Regional Leadership roles ensuring coordinated customer strategies and execution across regions and divisions. Collaborate with regional commercial and operational leadership to convert the global vertical strategy into effective market execution while maintaining consistency in DSV's customer proposition. Represent DSV in executive customer engagements, strategic partnerships, and relevant industry forums, strengthening DSV's visibility, credibility, and relationships across the global Aerospace & Defence ecosystem. Foster a high-performance leadership culture, developing strong teams and enabling collaboration across countries, regions, divisions, and functions.

Role Requirements: A relevant university degree that equips you with strong analytical and professional foundations. Extensive leadership experience, typically 15- 20+ years, gained through senior commercial, operational, P&L, supply chain, or general management roles within global logistics, Aerospace & Defence, aviation, or similarly complex industries. Deep understanding of the global Aerospace & Defence ecosystem, including relevant OEMs, Tier suppliers, defence contractors, MRO providers, and associated supply chains. Strong appreciation of the regulatory, quality, security, trade compliance, and risk considerations associated with operating in Aerospace & Defence supply chains. Demonstrated ability to translate industry trends, customer strategies, and market intelligence into strategic growth opportunities and differentiated customer solutions. Proven track record of developing and executing global commercial strategies that deliver measurable revenue growth, customer retention, and long-term strategic partnerships. Strong executive leadership capability with experience operating successfully in complex, global matrix organizations and aligning commercial and operational stakeholders. Exceptional stakeholder management and influencing capabilities, with the credibility to engage C-suite customers, senior industry stakeholders, and DSV executive leadership. Strategic and commercially entrepreneurial mindset, balanced with sound judgement and an appreciation for the governance and compliance requirements of the sector. Professional proficiency in English; additional languages are an advantage.

Typical Professional Backgrounds: Relevant profiles may include senior leaders with experience in: Commercial leadership within global logistics or supply chain organizations serving Aerospace & Defence customers. P&L or general management leadership of global or regional logistics businesses, industry verticals, or major enterprise customer portfolios. Operational leadership within global logistics organizations managing complex, time-critical, high-value, or regulated supply chains. Senior commercial, supply chain, operations, or business leadership roles within Aerospace & Defence OEMs, Tier suppliers, defence contractors, MRO organizations, or related businesses.

What We Offer: At DSV, you will join a global organization that values entrepreneurship, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. As part of our senior leadership community, you will have the opportunity to define DSV's strategic direction and growth ambitions within a highly complex and globally significant industry. You will work with colleagues across regions and divisions to build long-term partnerships with leading Aerospace & Defence organizations and develop supply chain solutions addressing some of the industry's most demanding requirements. The role offers significant global exposure, executive influence, and the opportunity to strengthen DSV's position as a trusted logistics and supply chain partner to the Aerospace & Defence sector. Information regarding DSV's benefits offerings, including eligibility, coverage options, and plan details, is available through the DSV Benefits Showcase. Benefits, programs, and eligibility may vary by location and division in accordance with applicable state and local laws. DSV is an equal employment opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, ancestry, disability, veteran status, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. If you require special assistance or accommodation while seeking employment with DSV, please contact Human Resources at hr@us.dsv.com. If you are interested in learning the status of your application, please note you will be contacted directly by the appropriate human resources contact person if you are selected for further consideration. DSV reserves the right to defer or close a vacancy at any time. DSV – Global transport and logistics Working at DSV means playing in a different league. As a global leader in transport and logistics, we have been on an extraordinary journey of growth. Let's grow together as we continue to innovate, digitalise and build on our achievements. With close to 150,000 colleagues in over 90 countries, we work every day to offer solid services and meet our customers' needs and help them achieve their goals. We know that the best way to achieve this is by bringing in new talent, fresh perspectives and ambitious individuals like you. At DSV, performance is in our DNA. We don't just work – we aim to shape the future of logistics. This ambition fuels a dynamic environment built on collaboration with world-class team players, accountability and action. We value inclusivity, embrace different cultures and respect the dignity and rights of every individual. If you want to make an impact, be trusted by customers and grow your career in a forward-thinking company – this is the place to be. Start here. Go anywhere Visit dsv.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Facebook.