Transportation Manager EMEA DC & VAC (m/w/d) in Bielefeld

• Leadership for Transportation and Logistics within EMEA Supply Chain with focus on optimizing in- and outbound transportation flows for European and Regional Distribution Centers, carrier performance, shipping locations and cost efficiency
• Key contact for internal and external stakeholders, providing operational support, business reviews, reporting, audits and root causes analysis for transportation-related topics
• Develop, align and implement cost optimization/saving initiatives with relevant stakeholders
• Strategic development of business area in close collaboration with internal and external partners
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using lean tools including process optimization, standardization, and implementation of new solutions
• Lead of projects and kaizen activities across EMEA Supply Chain

Position Summary

• Leadership for Transportation and Logistics within EMEA Supply Chain with focus on optimizing in- and outbound transportation flows for European and Regional Distribution Centers, carrier performance, shipping locations and cost efficiency
• Key contact for internal and external stakeholders, providing operational support, business reviews, reporting, audits and root causes analysis for transportation-related topics
• Develop, align and implement cost optimization/saving initiatives with relevant stakeholders
• Strategic development of business area in close collaboration with internal and external partners
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using lean tools including process optimization, standardization, and implementation of new solutions
• Lead of projects and kaizen activities across EMEA Supply Chain

Your responsibilities

• Leadership for Transportation and Logistics within EMEA Supply Chain with focus on optimizing in- and outbound transportation flows for European and Regional Distribution Centers, carrier performance, shipping locations and cost efficiency
• Key contact for internal and external stakeholders, providing operational support, business reviews, reporting, audits and root causes analysis for transportation-related topics
• Develop, align and implement cost optimization/saving initiatives with relevant stakeholders
• Strategic development of business area in close collaboration with internal and external partners
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using lean tools including process optimization, standardization, and implementation of new solutions
• Lead of projects and kaizen activities across EMEA Supply Chain

Qualifications

• University degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics or a related qualification
• Ideally 5+ years of experience in Transportation or Logistics including carrier management
• Very good system and process knowledge, supported by strong analytical skills
• Innovative mindset with the ability to apply and promote lean enterprise principles and practices
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills for effective interface with internal and external contacts
• Hands-on mentality with a proactive and solution-oriented working style
• Willingness to travel (up to 25%)

What We Offer

• Collaborative & empowered work environment where team spirit is at the center of our success
• Career growth and opportunities: we develop talent from within!
• An open atmosphere: we are excited to hear your ideas!
• Attractive benefits, incl. employer-funded pension provision, health management, access to exclusive employee discounts and subsidized canteen meals, employee assistance programme
• Company values that encourage trust, respect, collaboration and professional growth

EMEA Business Descr

Parker Hannifin EMEA Sàrl (“PHEMEA”), based in Etoy, Switzerland, is the Principal Operating Company for Parker in the EMEA region. It is supported by a network of Parker Manufacturing Divisions and Sales Company Entities.

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