Logistics Team Leader

Job Responsibilities

• Supervise all day-to-day Logistics operations in assigned team.
• Analyse and solve logistics and delivery problems in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Responsible for shipping cost calculation, comparison and negotiation with full understanding of International Incoterm.
• Coordinate shipment with internal departments and external parties locally and globally with applicable processes.
• Prepare shipping documents accurately and ensure correct postings in company ERP system.
• Lead and/or participate in local, cross-location/ global Logistics- and cross-department projects of various scale.
• Facilitate communication, alignment and process optimization across departments and locations.
• Develop and provide Logistics-related trainings to existing and new colleagues in order to transfer and optimize Logistics know-how.
• Support other ad-hoc duties as assigned.

Job Requirements Competencies & Skills

• Profound knowledge of all logistics process and procedures in a global supply chain structure.
• Able to effectively lead the assigned team, give timely and actionable feedback to direct reports and mentor, coach and motivate individuals.
• Able to effectively work with local and overseas colleagues, customers and factories.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, effectively work with people at all levels in a multidisciplinary and multicultural environment.
• Able to work effectively under time pressure and deadline driven within a fast-paced, dynamic and customer oriented environment.
• Superior in organization and priority setting, accurate and efficient with attention to detail and the ability to multi-task.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to assess and manage complex situations.
• Able to work independently as well as part of a team with pro-active, self-motivated and responsible manner.
• Excellent command in spoken and written English and local language.
• Proficient in all MS Office applications, as well as company’s ERP system and logistic programs. Knowledge of SAP is a plus.
• Regular travel to the Shenzhen office and regional factories/offices is required.

Education & Work Experience

• Diploma or higher education in logistics/ supply chain or relevant disciplines.
• At least 5 years Logistics & shipping experience for internation customers (B2B).