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Company: TN Switzerland
Region: Castel San Pietro , Ticino
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Logistics Deputy Manager, Castel San Pietro
Client: MKS PAMP
Location: Castel San Pietro
Job Category: Logistics
Job Reference:
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Posted:
13.04.2025
Expiry Date:
28.05.2025
Job Description:
MISSION
The Deputy Logistics Manager manages the daily logistics operations, ensuring the current modus operandi is aligned with the business objectives in terms of efficiency, material flow optimization, and cost-effectiveness.
The ideal candidate will work closely internally with the import- & export coordinator(s) & customs specialist and our operations- & sales department including trade desk and externally with secure logistics service providers. The role requires attention to detail, problem-solving skills under time constraints, and excellent communication abilities.
MAIN ACTIVITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Plans, coordinates & oversees daily logistics activities, including domestic & international forwarding activities, warehousing, and domestic distribution by air- & seafreight, including overland transportation.
- Monitors, analyses & optimizes logistics processes to ensure lead times adherence, efficiency, and cost optimization.
- In conjunction with the logistics manager, manages relationships with domestic and international suppliers, logistics partners, airlines, warehouse operators, etc.
- Coordinates the Ticino logistics team, balances workloads, assigns tasks, and monitors performance in conjunction with the logistics manager.
- Handles & resolves irregularities with the various involved parties.
- Prepares, analyses, and evaluates logistics reports to track performance and identify & recommend areas for improvement based on existing KPIs.
- Ensures compliance with health, safety, and regulatory standards.
- Coordinates & assists with international cross-trade shipments of the group.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- A degree as a forwarding merchant, logistics, and/or supply chain management is preferred.
- Extensive knowledge of domestic and international transportation processes by air- & seafreight including overland transportation.
- Proven experience in an international forwarding, logistics, supply chain management environment with a minimum of 5 years of solid experience gained ideally in a reputable 3PL and/or with an international secure logistics company.
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills along with an agile attitude and ability to meet tight deadlines.
- Proficiency in logistics software and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, etc.) including Oracle.
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
- Sense of responsibility and initiative.
- Ability to work independently.
- Resistance to stress, time pressure, and ability to cope with peak periods.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and customer focus.
- Agile and flexible mindset, responsive to requests.
- Ability to interact with colleagues from different cultures; respect for diversity.
- Computer skills; good knowledge of Windows is expected.
- Fluent English and Italian. Other languages are an advantage.
- Swiss or EU citizen or holder of a valid Swiss work permit.
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