Logistics Lead, The Netherlands

Location:

Bergen Op Zoom – Netherlands

Salary:

Competitive

Type:

Permanent

Main Industry:

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Other Industries & Skills: 

Purchasing & Supply Chain

Advertiser:

Allnex

Job ID:

130265658

Posted On: 

26 March 2024

Why are we proud of what we do at allnex? We create coatings, products which help protect the world for all nex-t generations – and that’s exactly what you can do joining us!

Imagine how fast your smartphone would become scratched-up, ugly and unusable without a coating. Or an e-bike, the cabin of a train, a beautiful wooden floor, and countless other things in life.

Making objects and their surfaces more attractive and longer-lasting means making them more sustainable, and that’s a huge part of what working at allnex is about. No matter which role you step into, you’ll become part of a global team of passionate people who care deeply about the chemistry, quality, and global impact of coatings.

You’ll also join a highly multicultural and diverse team of more than 4,000 employees in four regions who – as part of one of the world’s leading coating resins companies – serve customers in over 100 countries across the globe.

Click here to learn more about how we can make an impact together!
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Position overview

As a Logistics Lead, you will be overseeing and directing the logistical operations within our organization. Your primary responsibility will be to provide leadership to the logistics team, located in the Netherlands and ensure the efficient execution of distribution activities. You will spearhead all logistics endeavors, including import/export, distribution, external warehousing, and sampling activities at our site.

Responsibilities
-Manage the team of logistics specialists and logistics coordinators for the timely and accurate creation of shipping documents, arrangement of transport, to ensure prompt, accurate and cost-efficient supply.
-Handling of damages in transit.
-Optimize payload for best service-cost trade-off.
-Review monthly 3PL KPIs and report internally on performance evolution.
-Run periodic reviews with each 3PL on SOP adherence and performance, and give feedback to Indirect Procurement for vendor evaluation.
-Focus on product damages and losses reduction, follow-up on loss recovery files with 3PL and insurances.
-Issue and follow up of Logistic Supplier Corrective Action Requests.
-Investigate customer complaints related to Logistic performance, identify root causes and propose/implement corrective actions.
-Ensure compliance with SHE, hazardous goods and customs legislation.

Required skills and experience
-5+ years Supply Chain experience in logistics, distribution, warehousing and/or planning environment.
-Technological Acumen: Competency in utilizing logistics systems and PC Applications
-Experience in customs and trade compliance would be favorable.
-Proven track record with managing supply chain projects.
-Ability to understand complex organizational processes in detail without losing sight of the overall picture.
-Well-developed motivational and leadership skills.
-Analytical and conceptual skills, as well as very good negotiation skills.
-Experience in customs and trade compliance would be favorable.
-Fluent in Dutch and English, both writing and reading. 
-Master or Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Analytics or related field.

We offer
We are proud to offer an international working experience with a tight-knit network of employees, making it easy to connect and learn from people all across our different functions. On top of that we are a truly innovative company with a strong team spirit, openness to new ideas, and great opportunities to grow and develop your career.

Equal Employment Opportunity
allnex is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to an environment where all colleagues contribute for the benefit of our employees, our products, and our communities.

Find out how you can make an impact!
Check out our careers page for available opportunities. We look forward to hearing from you.

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