Purpose & Overall Relevance for the Organization: Drive operational excellence across DC (Distribution Center - 3PL warehouse) and transportation activities to ensure high product availability and service performance to our partners across export markets (Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Belarus, Georgia, Azerbaijan, Armenia and Moldova). Enable business growth by optimizing inventory management, delivering confirmed On-Time In Full (OTIF), and maximizing cost efficiency while minimizing write-offs and ensuring stock integrity. Key Responsibilities <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Execute end-to-end warehouse and transportation operations to ensure efficient and reliable product flow within Kazakhstan and export markets (Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Caucasus, Belarus and Moldova)</li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Drive strong inventory management practices to ensure high stock accuracy and optimal stock levels across the network </li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Ensure consistent achievement of confirmed OTIF targets by aligning execution with Sales, Customer Service and external partners (3PL provider and transportation companies) teams</li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Manage logistics service providers (LSPs) to deliver best-in-class service, cost control, and operational reliability with minimal losses</li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Actively contribute to cost efficiency and optimization initiatives within warehouse and transportation operations </li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Monitor and reduce write-offs, damages, and inventory discrepancies through strong controls and root cause analysis </li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Ensure compliance with company standards, safety policies, and local regulations </li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and operational excellence</li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Oversee storage, picking & packing, and outbound processes to ensure speed, accuracy, and efficiency</li> </ul> <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Drive inventory accuracy (cycle counts, stock taking) and lead regular reconciliation processes between physical and system stock</li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Coordinate transportation planning to ensure on-time delivery in full (OTIF) while optimizing routes and costs</li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Monitor and improve logistics KPIs including: <ul style="list-style-type:circle;margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Confirmed OTIF</li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Inventory accuracy</li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Warehouse productivity</li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Cost per unit / per shipment</li> </ul> </li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Optimize warehouse space utilization (cartons/pallets) and handling processes to improve efficiency and reduce operational costs</li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Ensure proper execution of stock taking processes (annual and cycle counts) and timely resolution of variances</li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Analyze root-causes of write-offs and stock losses, and define corrective/preventive actions</li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Manage reverse logistics processes including returns/claims/damages</li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Support implementation of logistics tools, systems, and process improvements</li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Implement continuous improvement and create/update SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures)</li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Track, analyze, and report performance against key KPIs</li> <li style="line-height:15.0pt;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Provide data-driven insights and recommendations to improve operational performance</li> <li style="line-height:15.0pt;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Promote a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and operational discipline</li> </ul> Key Relationships: <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">EMC and local Supply Chain Team </li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">EMC and local Customer Service & Order Fulfillment </li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">EMC and local Finance & Controlling </li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">External Logistics Service Providers (3PLs, transport partners) </li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">DC Operations Teams </li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Customs brokers and regulatory authorities</li> </ul> Knowledge, Skills and Experience: <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">5+ years of experience in warehouse management, transportation, or logistics operations </li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Strong expertise in inventory management and stock control processes </li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Proven track record of delivering OTIF and cost optimization improvements/productivity delivery </li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Experience with WMS, TMS, and ERP systems (SAP or others) </li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Strong analytical skills with KPI-driven mindset </li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Detail-oriented and structured, with focus on accuracy and control </li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment </li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Strong communication and stakeholder management skills</li> </ul> Requisite Education and Experience / Minimum Qualifications: <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">University degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, Economics, or related field </li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Fluent in English (at least Upper-Intermediate) </li> <li style="text-align:justify;margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Experience in retail / FMCG / distribution is a strong advantage</li> </ul>

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