Global Logistics Operations Excellence Manager Job Details | Schindler Group

Location: Ebikon, Lucerne, Switzerland
Job ID: 80206

We Elevate… Quality of urban life

Our elevators, escalators, and moving walks safely transport more than two billion of us up and down buildings and across transportation hubs every day. As part of the Schindler team, you’ll discover meaningful work that enhances quality of life for communities and contributes to making places more accessible, inclusive, and sustainable for all. We combine innovation, safety, and high ethical standards, ensuring respect both among colleagues and for the world around us. By joining us, you don’t just become part of our success story; you help shape the future and continue our rich legacy that started back in 1874.

Join us as a Global Logistics Operations Excellence Manager

We Elevate… Your responsibilities

As the Global Business Process Expert Logistics, you inspire the journey towards industry-leading Integrated Logistics practices, aiming at delivering an outstanding customer experience combined with financial performance through optimization of our Logistics footprint. Acting initially as a Subject Matter Expert in the Design of our global GSC function (Processes, People, Systems) and lead the Transformation toward target state, you will then pivot toward management and coordination of Schindler’s GSC Operations, through Process, Systems and Organization performance optimizations.

May responsibilities include:

Design & Transform

1. Support GSC function Head to design target state (Processes, People, Systems) and associated roadmap.
2. Act as Subject Matter Expert within cross-functional “Global Logistics” project team.
3. Build up and deploy capabilities to improve our end-to-end Logistic flows.
4. Build a futureproof Integral Network Design that meets Business requirements and enhances operational capabilities, cost efficiency, and carbon footprint.

Manage & Coordinate

1. Coordinate and ensure proper execution of Supply Chain logistics processes and Standard Operating procedures (Transportation, Warehousing, Loading optimization, etc.)
2. Liaise with key stakeholders in Procurement, Field Operations, Supply Chain, Controlling and other relevant functions.
3. Lead Logistics community.

We Elevate… Your Best Self

Are you a visionary executive with a proven track record in the industrial equipment sector? We are seeking a dynamic and collaborative leader, used to international exposure. Openness, trust, empowerment, and employee development are pillars of your leadership culture. You are an excellent communicator by including different perspectives with proven listening skills, who can develop and build solid relationships in the organization. You possess a strategic and entrepreneurial mindset, high energy level, and perseverance. You have a proven track record of delivering results and you also bring excellent problem-solving capability and skills to the job.

Further requirements may include:

1. Master’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering).
2. 10 years of related supply chain, manufacturing operations, international logistics experience, ideally within Industrial equipment production sector or any Make-to-Order / Engineer-to-Order environment.
3. Proven track record of developing and implementing global supply chain strategies and logistics processes to optimize operational efficiency and customer service levels.
4. Experience with digital innovations within large, international organizations. Extensive experience in the realization and implementation of complex projects at the intersection of Supply Chain and IT in an international environment.
5. Combine solid end-to-end Supply Chain practice with expertise with a strong strategic and analytical mindset.
6. Extensive knowledge of Logistics processes/practices/metrics (including, but not limited to): Logistics Network Design, Transport Management, Warehousing and Distribution, On Time Delivery…)
7. Past exposure to SAP ERP environment will be an advantage.
8. Strong leadership skills to empower and develop people, building up communities as well as assuring cross-department collaboration.
9. Excellent understanding of financial principles and ability to manage budgets effectively.
10. Professional certifications in Logistics/Supply Chain/operations research and/or LEAN-Six Sigma are desirable (e.g. APICS CLTD, CSCP or LEAN Green/Black Belt)
11. Fluent in English. German and other languages are a plus.
12. Frequent international travel is expected.

We Elevate… You

1. An opportunity in an industry focused on the future, offering a wide range of products and competitive compensation tied to performance.
2. Growth prospects: You will receive a tailored onboarding program and ongoing support for developing technical and soft skills.
3. Maintaining work-life balance: We facilitate a flexible work schedule to help you effectively manage your professional and personal commitments.
4. Corporate benefits: Take advantage of appealing employee discounts and corporate benefits.
5. Embracing diversity and inclusion: We actively encourage and cultivate a diverse and inclusive culture.

Can You Elevate Us?

If you are passionate about driving Supply Chain Logistics excellence and have a track record of achieving results, we invite you to join our team! Together, we can ensure that our company achieves the highest standards and delivers exceptional products and services to our customers. We look forward to receiving your application!

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