Head of EU Out-of-Home Delivery
Key Skills
Job Description
The Head of Out-of-Home (OOH) Network is responsible for defining and executing JDL's European Out-of-Home strategy, covering Pick-Up Drop-Off (PUDO) networks, third-party locker networks, and JDL's own locker network. The role ensures all OOH solutions work together to deliver a seamless customer experience while improving last-mile efficiency, reducing delivery costs, and supporting JDL's long-term logistics strategy. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership Develop and execute the European OOH strategy across all markets. Ensure PUDO and locker networks complement each other to maximise customer coverage, operational efficiency, and cost savings. Identify new business opportunities and innovative OOH solutions that support network growth and carrier efficiency. PUDO Network Own the European PUDO strategy and roadmap. Develop strategic partnerships with retail and PUDO network providers. Define and continuously improve PUDO fulfilment, in-store, and delivery SOPs. Own the business requirements and feature roadmap for the PUDO fulfilment platform, working closely with Product and IT teams to deliver new functionality. Locker Network Define the European locker strategy, ensuring alignment with the overall OOH vision. Develop strategic partnerships with external locker networks to expand customer access and create commercial opportunities. Define locker fulfilment SOPs and operational standards. Lead the development and evaluation of JDL's own locker network and technology pilot to assess future expansion opportunities. Leadership & Governance Lead the central European OOH team and manage country Team Leads responsible for network expansion. Guide local teams in developing partnerships while ensuring execution follows the central strategy and operational standards. Monitor country performance, identify structural issues, and drive continuous operational improvements across the network. Cross-functional Collaboration Work closely with Commercial, Operations, Product, IT, Procurement, Legal, and Customer Service teams to successfully implement OOH initiatives. Lead cross-functional projects and ensure successful delivery of strategic priorities across Europe.
Core Responsibilities
Define and execute the European Out-of-Home strategy, managing PUDO and locker networks to improve last-mile efficiency. Lead the central European OOH team and collaborate cross-functionally to implement strategic logistics initiatives.
Requirements
The role requires a senior leader capable of managing complex logistics networks and strategic partnerships across Europe. Candidates must have experience in supply chain management and the ability to drive operational improvements and technology pilots.
About JD.COM
Industry: Software Development
Company size: 10,001+ employees
JD.com, also known as JINGDONG, is a leading e-commerce company transferring to be a technology and service enterprise with supply chain at its core. JD.com’s business has expanded across retail, technology, logistics, health, property development, industrials, and international business. Ranking 44 on the Fortune Global 500, JD.com is China’s largest retailer by revenue. JD.com serves over 600 million customers and has set the standard for e-commerce through its commitment to quality, authenticity, and competitive pricing. The company operates the largest fulfillment infrastructure of any e-commerce company in China, enabling 90% of retail orders to be delivered within the same or next day. JD.com also promotes productivity and innovation across a range of industries by offering its cutting-edge technology and infrastructure to partners, brands, and diverse sectors.