Edwardsville, Illinois, United States , September 2025 — Mercedes Greenwood has been appointed as Director, People & Organization at DSV – Global Transport and Logistics, where she will oversee people strategy, organizational effectiveness, and talent development for the company’s contract logistics business in North America.
Mercedes steps into this role following her tenure as People & Organization Senior Manager at DB Schenker, where she spent over six years advancing through multiple HR leadership positions. She played a critical role in driving people strategies, workforce planning, employee engagement, and organizational development across operations, ensuring alignment with business growth.
Before DB Schenker, Mercedes held leadership roles at Target, where she built strong expertise in HR, employee relations, and organizational leadership. As Human Resources Executive, she led HR functions in Farview Heights, Illinois, while earlier as Assets Protection Manager, she managed safety, compliance, payroll, staffing, and investigations across more than 20 stores in the St. Louis district. Her early Target career included specialist roles focused on safety, crisis response, and loss prevention.
Mercedes’ career reflects a steady progression from operational safety and compliance into strategic HR leadership, showcasing her ability to evolve with organizational needs and scale people functions in complex environments.
About DSV – Global Transport and Logistics
DSV is one of the world’s leading providers of transport and logistics solutions, keeping supply chains flowing for companies across industries. With 160,000 employees in over 90 countries, DSV combines global reach with local expertise, delivering world-class customer experiences and supply chain solutions for businesses ranging from family-owned firms to global corporations.
The company is committed to fostering inclusivity, diversity, and sustainability while operating with integrity and respect for people and cultures worldwide. Through innovation and responsible practices, DSV continues to shape the future of logistics and supply chain management.
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