Germany Job Openings

Levi Strauss & Co.

Transport Analyst

Dorsten

FULL TIME

September 20, 2024

JOB DESCRIPTION

Location: Germany/Remote

Reports to: Director, Transportation

Company:

We’re a company of people who like to forge our own path. We invented the blue jean in 1873, and we reinvented khaki pants in 1986. We pioneered labor and environmental guidelines in manufacturing. And we work to build sustainability into everything we do. Our brands stand for freedom and self-expression around the world.

Where we lead, others follow. For nearly 170 years, we’ve used the strength of our brands to lead with our values and make an outsized impact on the world. We employ more than 15,000 people globally to support our great brands: Levi’s®, Dockers®, Denizen®, Signature by Levi Strauss & Co.™ and Beyond Yoga.

SUMMARY:

As a coordinator of Levi’s daily transportation activities, you will work with internal and external stakeholders to deliver our products to our partners across Europe. You will be part of our Distribution and Logistics team, and you will have a key role in planning and managing the final shipment of our outbound goods. The role requires you to plan, forecast, and achieve the shipping goals for our Retail, DTC and B2B flows. This is a great opportunity for those who want to work in a responsible, independent, service-oriented, flexible and cross-functional environment.

The role also involves leading supply chain projects and meeting objectives related to logistics and financial performance. The ideal candidate should be able to perform the role at a high standard, pay attention to details, communicate effectively and identify opportunities and risks. The candidate should have a service-focused and process-driven mindset and be very proactive.

She or he must be able to work well in a cross-functional environment, collaborating with different European and Global teams, especially on technology and reporting. She or he must have a can-do attitude, and a proven ability to negotiate, communicate, build strong partnerships across the organization, and influence others.

Role will be responsible for starting and completing tasks and leading the execution of the transport function and customer experience objectives. The professional is responsible for communicating clearly across functions to ensure the most productive and efficient workflow for the transportation function. This includes supporting the financial metrics while ensuring all service commitments are met for all business channels. The individual drives results and accountability while enforcing Levi’s Core Competencies.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (include but are not limited to the following):

Responsible for day-to-day operational tasks associated with all outbound transportation from our DC EU Network, servicing the full European business.
First point of contact for transportation related questions from internal teammates and external partners
Performance monitoring, Ad-hoc troubleshooting, process creation, process improvement, active exception tracking, cross functional teammate servicing, financial closure.
Responsible for volume forecasting with our carriers, create, share, and present reporting regarding transportation performance.
Role also responsible to support in transportation related projects and initiatives, and audit support.
Support the transportation function responsibilities during out of office.

Process Management:

Competency in process management is required to strategize and build new ways of working and operationalizing systems to meet service and customer requirements (ie: B2B, B2C, CRM tools, reporting dashboards)
Support transport strategies for region based on customer requirements, service and ROI.
Partner with D&L teammates and cross functional partners to support any new account fulfillment strategy that requires account buy in and execution. Define success measures and benefit analysis.
Communication:
High level of cross functional collaboration, both written and verbal, with operational and key stakeholders, both internal and external. Frequency can range from daily to monthly deliverables.
Able to convey the company and department’s strategy across external partners
Have a commercial & process mindset be able to see the bigger picture and understand the business priority & needs. Be confident with process, systems and be able to translate commercial strategy into operating model and supply chain solutions

Leadership characteristics and other foundational competencies

Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and build cooperative relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and handle multiple priorities simultaneously.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, focus on continuous improvement, risk management.
Quickly builds relationships and gains trust amongst key stakeholders.
Good executive communication skills, demonstrated ability to effectively negotiate, communicate and influence others.
Analytical, data-driven decision maker, with a passion for the consumer
Strong ability to prioritize to deliver maximum results.
Fast learner, approaches situations with curiosity and open-mindedness
Anticipates problems and develops contingency plans.
Team player and builder
Being able to work in a multi-cultural environment.
Hire, train, build and lead a high-performing and inclusive team.
Disciplinary and functional responsibility of Distribution and Outbound Logistics team
Establish and maintain a positive work environment to promote teamwork, collaboration, engagement & motivation.
Foster a culture of continuous learning, collaboration, professional growth.

Team & Talent Building:

Motivates and drives accountability by creating clear measurable individual goals, responsibility and role clarity.
Applies understanding of current & future talent needs in selection & development of talent.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

This job requires an individual who can do each essential task well. The requirements listed below show the knowledge, skill, and/or ability that are needed. If needed, reasonable changes may be made to help individuals with disabilities do the essential tasks: To have a commercial and process mindset, be able to understand the bigger picture and the business goals and demands. Be comfortable with process, systems and be able to turn commercial strategy into operating model and Distribution and Logistics solutions.

Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)

Have a commercial & process mindset be able to see the bigger picture and understand the business priority & needs. Be confident with process, systems and be able to translate commercial strategy into operating model and Distribution and Logistics solutions.
- Strong data literacy. Is not afraid of exploring new data sources and enhance existing or create new operational overviews.
- Sense of ownership and pride in your performance and its impact on company’s success
- Critical thinker and problem-solving skills. Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner.
- Team player able to influence and motivate, coach and develop the team and peers.
- Good time-management skills. Knows how to effectively prioritize demands of both the function and business unit. Completes tasks correctly & on time.
- Results driven and ambitious, motivated and strives to achieve team and personal goals.
- Great interpersonal and excellent oral & written communication skills, and attentive listener.
- “Gets” Levi. Passionately embraces the challenge and effort to keep Levi unique; committed to go the extra mile to build/protect the brand.

Education And / Or Experience

Bachelor’s Degree
3 years +’ experience in outbound transportation management (Parcel, FTL, Groupage, etc.).
3 years +’ experience in people management
A strong affinity with data and numbers
Proven track record in problem solving and process improvements including measurable outcomes.
Hands on experience with Microsoft Office Suite, BI reporting. Experience with SAP will be considered as an advantage.
Ability to read and apply operational metrics with the right balance between analytical and process understanding skills.
Able to level the communication, messaging, and action driven conclusions to the audience it is shared with.
Fluent in English. Other European languages is added value.
Strategic thinking + flawless execution
Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with internal and external multidisciplinary groups.

LOCATION

Dorsten, Germany

FULL TIME/PART TIME

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