About this role
Embrace Diversity and Innovation!
At Grid & Power Quality Solutions and Service business in Europe (HBUEU), diversity drives our culture of innovation and collaboration. Our leading technology and strong market position enable us to achieve growth targets in the energy transition across current and growing market segments such as hydrogen, data centers and e-mobility.
The opportunity
We are looking for an experienced Transport & Logistics Specialist to join our Central Europe Cluster Team!
As a Transport & Logistics Specialist for the Central Europe Cluster you will be responsible for transport cost evaluations in our tender projects and a safe and compliant end-to-end transportation planning and execution in our execution projects. You will be managing transportation activities (Heavy lift & Project Cargo) in close cooperation with the Project- and Supply Chain Teams in the countries and you will be part of a logistics team in Germany. The position will be in Mannheim, Germany.
You have a good understanding of project management, and you can demonstrate a deep knowledge of the specifics of transporting heavy and out-of-gauge equipment and of international logistics? If so, we are looking forward to your application!
How you'll make an impact
You ensure close coordination between the project management teams of the cluster countries and the freight companies, brokers and customs authoritiesYou initiate and maintain close communication with Project Management and Sales to understand the transportation needs of the projectsYou support tender projects by providing transportation/logistics costs, including participation in site surveys if requiredYou are responsible for issuing contracts with freight shipping providers and developing project shipping plans based on SCM procurement planning to achieve the best conditionsYou execute transport contracts (mainly rail, road, sea freight) for the cluster countriesYou are responsible for managing and following shipping progress and clearance procedure to ensure minimum lead time and within budgetYou represent Transport & Logistics function in project kick-offs and subsequent project meetingsIf necessary, travel to construction site or loading site to supervise loading / unloading activities Your background
Bachelor or master degree in logistics, supply chain or related field5+ years experience in project logistics, or heavy lift transportation and customsCapability to manage and prioritize multiple time sensitive tasks in a dynamic environmentAbility to develop and maintain professional working relationships with colleagues from other functions and countries as well as with freight shipping providersGerman and English language skills to negotiate with suppliers and form contractsAdvanced IT skills (MS Office applications, SAP)Willingness to travel (within the Central Europe Cluster) More about us
Collective wage agreement from IG Metall (Baden-Württemberg) including special paymentsEnjoy the flexibility to work from home up to 50% of the timeFlexible working hours (working time accounts)Motivated, warm team with young and very experienced colleagues30 days vacationUse of many fitness studios throughout Germany for your workoutRelocation service Apply now Current employees apply here