Logistics Operations Specialist

Salt is currently hiring a German speaking Logistics Specialist based in Berlin for a client of ours. About the Role We are seeking a hands-on and detail-oriented Logistics Operations Specialist to join our growing operations team. You’ll play a central role in coordinating logistics activities across the supply chain — including inbound, outbound, inventory, and warehouse operations. This position will also work closely with external partners such as 3PL providers, freight forwarders, and last-mile delivery networks, while aligning daily with internal stakeholders like planning, finance, commercial, and customer service. You’ll be responsible for the day-to-day flow of goods, monitoring vendor performance, managing stock accuracy, and ensuring that customer deliveries are efficient, on time, and cost-effective. Your Responsibilities Third-Party Logistics Coordination • Oversee relationships with 3PL providers and carriers, ensuring compliance with service-level agreements (SLAs) • Monitor daily warehouse operations, transport schedules, and capacity usage • Resolve service issues proactively and identify areas for improvement in performance Inbound Logistics • Coordinate incoming shipments and manage transportation arrangements • Communicate with suppliers and freight partners to ensure timely, complete deliveries • Report daily inbound status to planning and commercial teams Inventory and Stock Accuracy • Maintain accurate stock records across systems • Conduct regular reconciliation and coordinate physical inventory checks • Track master data quality and investigate stock discrepancies Production and Fulfillment Oversight • Plan weekly production volumes in line with demand forecasts • Ensure external fulfillment partners execute production runs according to agreed schedules • Deliver daily operational status updates to planning functions Outbound Delivery Management • Collaborate with last-mile carriers to ensure customer orders are delivered in full and on time • Monitor delivery success rates and reduce failed deliveries and customer complaints • Resolve escalations raised by the customer experience team Cost Control and Invoicing • Review and validate logistics invoices; dispute inaccuracies and confirm approvals • Track logistics costs and support initiatives that reduce operational spend What You Bring • Minimum 2–3 years experience in logistics operations, ideally within a B2C or e-commerce environment • Proven experience managing 3PL relationships and working in warehousing or transport roles • Strong data accuracy and organizational skills; comfortable working with large volumes of operational data • Confident communicator, able to liaise clearly with both internal teams and external partners • Hands-on, proactive, and solution-oriented mindset with a high sense of ownership • Comfortable in a fast-moving and evolving environment • Fluent in German and proficient in English • Based in or willing to relocate to Berlin • Experience with last-mile logistics and international teams is a plus If you\’re passionate about logistics, thrive in a cross-functional environment, and want to be part of a mission-driven team — we\’d love to hear from you!