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Allen, Texas-based Optimal Ship is an exclusive reseller of DHL Air Express Services. DHL Express provides international express transportation services. Optimal Ship offers discounted international shipping rates, sales support and customized invoicing. Optimal Ship is renowned for its customer service team, where they recruit friendly individuals ready to develop and grow. The customer service team works with DHL Express to ensure shipments are delivered smoothly.

$1M to $5M
Small
Multiple locations
Postal Service Companies, Transportation Support Companies, Truck Transportation Companies
What departments DHL employees work at?
DepartmentsRatio
other occupation22.7%
Management - Other12.7%
Administrative - Other11.3%
Transportation / Logistics9.5%
Sales Managers & Supervisors8.4%
Computer / IT8.2%
Business Operations6.6%
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Professional experience

How many years of experience do DHL employees have before joining?
Years of experience at DHL: Newcomers: 24%, Experiencers: 17%, Experts: 18%, Veterans: 41%. DHL employees have 8+ years experience on average before joining.
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Tommy Ray24 days ago
I've been in the wearhouse game too! Super pumped to see what DHL offers in Indiana. Any insights?
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Warehouse Forklift Operator22 days ago
Been in wearhouses 10 years, hopped on double runners too! DHL sounds like an adventure. Should I join?
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Where did DHL employees work before joining?
Where they've worked before DHL: DHL Express, Exel, FedEx. Typical DHL employees have worked at DHL Express.
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DHL Express
Exel
FedEx
What industries did DHL employees work in previously?
Industry Background: The most typical industries of DHL: Transportation Support Companies, Truck Transportation Companies, Business Support Companies, Niche Retailers, Courier Companies. DHL employees most likely come from a Transportation Support Companies industry background.
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Product Manager26 days ago
Predominately manufacturing however I have extensive Fork truck experience.
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Where did DHL employees work before joining?
Past employers' size at DHL: Small: 20%, Medium: 11%, Large: 69%. Most DHL employees have previously worked at large companies.
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Jamie P.24 days ago
I'm curious about transitioning from large to smaller companies. Does DHL provide mentoring for newbies from large firms? "Wanna make sure I glide smoothly!"
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Supply Chain Analyst22 days ago
Switching from big to small can be wild! Anyone got deets on DHL's mentoring? Sounds super helpful!
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Educational background

What did employees at DHL study?
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Shawn Ayers26 days ago
Bachelors of Business Administration
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Where did employees at DHL study?
Arizona State University-Tempe
Florida International University
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Product Manager26 days ago
SNHU
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Employee data

How long do people stay in a role at DHL?
Time employed at DHL: <1: 3%, 1-3: 23%, 4-8: 41%, 9-13: 15%, 14-20: 10%, 20+: 8%. Most DHL employees stay with the company for 4-8 years which is the same as the industry average.
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Tommy Wheeler24 days ago
30 years at DHL? Wow, that's loyalty! What keeps you there? Benefits? Culture? Need to know if I'd fit in!
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Alex Thompson22 days ago
That's incredible dedication! I'm curious, are there any growth opportunities? Or special benefits that others should know about?
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How does DHL rank for age & gender diversity?
Gender ratio at DHL: 67.1% Male and 32.9% Female. Age ratio at DHL: 16-20: 0%, 21-30: 37%, 31-40: 32%, 41-50: 19%, 51-60: 9%, 60+: 3%. DHL rates - 0.9% more female than the industry average. Most DHL employees are 21-30, which is below the industry median age range.
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Product Manager26 days ago
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Logistics Analyst24 days ago
Wow, interesting mix at DHL. Anyone got insights on how they support work-life balance for us folks over 40? Curious.
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What are the top roles at DHL?
Top roles of DHL: Operations Supervisor, Operations Manager, Customer Service Representative, International Sales Manager, Courier. The top role at DHL is Operations Supervisor.
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Jamie Lee24 days ago
Oh man, being an Ops Supervisor sounds rewarding yet challenging! Does DHL have growth for managers? Curious about their work culture too!
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Jesse Hartman22 days ago
Ops Supervisor is my goal! I thrive on challenges. Is DHL's work culture supportive for managers? Might be my next stop!
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Operations Supervisor
Operations Manager
Customer Service Representative
International Sales Manager
Courier

Career advancement

How does DHL rank for career advancement?
Career advancement at DHL: high. DHL ranks high for career advancement which is above the industry average.
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Jessie L.24 days ago
DHL sounds promising for growth, but do they offer good mentorship? It's a dream to grow in a supportive environment. Anyone here know? 🤔
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Logistics Coordinator22 days ago
Gosh, I'm curious about the mentorship too! Advancing is one thing but learning along the way makes it sweeter! 🚀
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What companies do DHL employees go on to work at?
Future employers of DHL: Amazon, CEVA Logistics, DB Schenker, DHL Express, DHL Global Forwarding. People who work at DHL most typically go on to work for the Amazon.
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Mike Taylor8 weeks ago
Working at DHL sounds exciting! I'm curious, anyone got any tips on moving to Amazon from here? Heard it's quite a ride! 🌟
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Logistics Coordinator8 weeks ago
Switching from DHL to Amazon? Amzing! Love the fast-paced world! Any advice on handling the change? 🤔
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CEVA Logistics
DB Schenker
DHL Express
DHL Global Forwarding