Outbound Logistics Specialist
Job Description
As the Outbound Logistics Specialists of C&TS you'll take care of replenishing the JDE factories on time in full with the required green coffee on a daily/weekly basis. This includes support in optimizing inventory levels throughout the green coffee supply chain from port of destination to factory while maintaining the requested service level at the defined optimal cost target. You'll resolve (structural) issues and support continuous improvement and harmonization of the Green Coffee replenishment process. You'll Identify further opportunities in the current supply chain and support the team and management on new Supply Chain initiatives. But that's not all, for this role we would also like it if you:
- Own the end-to-end claims portfolio for Coffee & Tea Sourcing; Manage all operational matters related to the claims process
- Maintain close contact with all supply chain parties, particularly factory stakeholders, logistics services providers, and internal C&TS stakeholders, to ensure an excellent execution of green coffee supply
- Monitor weekly performance of the supply chain through KPI tracking; Support in continuous improvement program to optimize cost, cash, and service by building viable business cases
- Check logistics service invoices and manage accounts payable process in SAP together with assurance of document accuracy and data quality in the system
- Execute regular stock reconciliations with the port operators, quarterly digital reconciliations, and annual physical counts
Qualifications
If you’re brimming with entrepreneurial spirit and a drive to succeed, you’ll fit right in at JDE. Working globally and locally, our Associates have been positively influencing the world of coffee for over 265 years. We love people who are not afraid to try, and who try until they get it right. We value strong convictions and encourage debate. And all this in an open, friendly environment where you can approach anyone and grow any way you like.
To be successful in this role as an Outbound Logistics Specialist, we’re looking for someone who has the following skills and experience:
- A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business administration, economics, or equivalent
- Experience in stock reconciliation
- Experience in managing logistic flows & supply chain planning
- Experience in data analysis & fluency managing large datasets
- Experience in SAP or other ERP systems (must have)
- Experience creating management level reports
Futhermore, are you available for a 1 year assignment and immediatley avaialble (latest August, 1st)? Does this profile sound like you? Don't hestitate to apply, we are looking forward to drink a cup of coffee or tea with you!
Additional Information
If you are interested in this career opportunity at JDE, hit the “I’m interested” button and upload your application. After receiving your application we will do our utmost to give you quick feedback. Part of the recruitment procedure at JDE will be an online assessment, followed by interviews. A pre-employment check can be part of the recruitment process.
For more than 265 years, JACOBS DOUWE EGBERTS (JDE) is inspired by its belief that it’s amazing what can happen over a cup of coffee or tea. We are fuelled by our purpose of unleashing the possibilities of coffee and tea to create a better future. Today, our coffee & tea portfolio is available in more than 100 developed and emerging markets, through a portfolio of over 50 brands that collectively cover the entire category landscape led by leading household names such as L’OR, Jacobs, Senseo, Tassimo, Douwe Egberts, Old Town, Super, Pickwick and Moccona.
JDE is part of JDE Peet’s, the world’s largest pure-play coffee and tea company, headquartered in The Netherlands.
What’s it like to work at JDE?
We are proud of our passionate, driven associates that challenge the status quo and pursue mastery in everything they do. Our goal is simple and ambitious – JDE: A coffee & tea for every cup.
At JDE, we're Made to Stand Out. Every day we are progressive in outlook, ambitious in nature, resourceful in action and decisive in approach, bringing coffee and tea moments to everyone around the world.