Logistics Specialist

About this Position

You will be part of the logistics department, playing a key role in supporting Henkel’s consumer core operations

What you´ll do

Core job responsibility

• Develop and implement optimized inbound/outbound/import/export/return logistics process and efficiency
• Hands on management of logistics activities (mainly export operation)
• Transaction monitoring of SAP movement and error handling
• Resolve issues related to transportation delays, damages, or customer service inquiries.
• Cost management of warehouse activities (Purchase order creation and billing)
• Supplier management of third-party logistics and freight forwarder
• Analyzed logistics cost and improved operational process
• Monitor KPIs such as shipping accuracy, lead times, and cost-to-serve, reporting regularly
• Work with cross functional teams
• Maintain manual and procedure
• Leading/participated ad hoc project

Key stakeholder

• Third party logistics supplier
• Freight forwarder
• Internal controlling team
• Off shoring operation team
• Sales department
• Marketing department
• Local/oversea planning

What makes you a good fit

• More than 5 years’ experience of logistics, import and export
• Basic understanding of trade conditions and manage import / export activities
• Strong negotiation and interpersonal skills to manage vendor relationships.
• Ability to analyze logistics data to identify trends and process improvements.
• Business process analysis and process improvement
• Proficient with Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, Power point, teams and share point)
• Written and oral communication of English and Japanese
• Basic understanding of SAP

Nice to have

• License of Registered Customs Specialist or Logistics Management (Grade 2)

Some perks of joining Henkel

At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, disabilities, and generations.