3rd Party Logistics Specialist

Ferrero International S.A.; Brantford; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global confectionery company is seeking a detail-oriented 3PL Specialist in Ontario to support third-party warehouses. Responsibilities include budget monitoring, data analysis, and managing KPIs for 3PL operations. Ideal candidates should possess strong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, Excel, and problem-solving skills, with familiarity in inventory operations. Join a company committed to quality and inclusivity.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the levels of service necessary in production and towards the Commercial Divisions.
• Knowledge of products to ensure the correct material handling.
• Knowledge of technical equipment in material handling incoming for production and outgoing finished goods.

Responsibilities

• Support 3PL Operating Budget Development and Monitoring actuals.
• Establishment of 3PL Warehouse KPIs, supporting monitoring and action plans on deviations.
• Communicate periodically with Warehouse and 3PL Inventory Teams on issues.

Skills

Strong Knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications

Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel

Strong communications skills in a multi-cultural environment

Demonstrated problem solving and leadership skills

Knowledge of inventory/ warehouse operations

Able to work with minimal supervision

Tools

SAP

FOX system or similar Lean Operations Fundamentals

Job description

Ferrero is a family-owned company with a truly progressive and global outlook and iconic brands such as Nutella, Tic Tac, Ferrero Rocher, Raffaello, Kinder Bueno and Kinder Surprise. As the love for our brands continues to grow, so too does our global reach. Represented in more than 50 countries, with products sold in more than 170, the Ferrero Group is loved by generations around the world. The secret to our global success? 40,000 dedicated employees who celebrate care and quality to craft a business, careers and brands we are proud of. Join us, and you could be one of them.

Diversity Statement

Ferrero is committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture in which all employees feel welcomed and appreciated and have the same opportunities. We believe all of our people are equally talented in their own way. In nurturing the curiosity and natural abilities of our employees, we provide them, generation after generation, the means to succeed personally and professionally, enabling them to craft their journey at Ferrero. The diversity of our talents is what makes our work environment multicultural, innovative and highly rewarding.

About the Role:

We are looking for a detail-oriented and analytical 3PL Specialist to support several third-party Warehouses. This role involves evaluating the impact of new projects on the 3PL Supply Chain Network, preparing business case reviews, operational budget plans, volume forecasts, and monitoring actuals for 3PL locations. The 3PL Specialist will also lead data analysis for budget planning of all 3PL Warehouses and manage purchase requisitions and service entry postings among other duties.

Main Responsibilities:

• Support 3PL Operating Budget Development and Monitoring actuals
• Complete 3PL Network Analysis on New Project Impacts as required
• Establishment of 3PL Warehouse KPIs, supporting monitoring and following through with action plans on deviations from targets
• Leading Scouting of new 3PL Warehouses/Companies
• Communicate periodically with Warehouse and 3PL Inventory Teams on issues found
• Ensure proper stock rotation where required
• Provide resolution for any problems that may arise
• Continuous learning and training on warehouse operating systems.
• Assists with physical inventory count as needed
• Responsible for monthly movement data collection
• Will be required to run Adhoc reports/ investigations
• Support for 3PL Warehouse Quality Audits and Reporting

Who we are looking for:

• Knowledge of the levels of service necessary in production and towards the Commercial Divisions
• Knowledge of products to ensure the correct material handling
• Knowledge of technical equipment in material handling incoming for production and outgoing finished goods
• Strong Knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications.
• Knowledge of all warehouse operating systems
• Strong communications skills in a multi-cultural environment;
• Demonstrated problem solving and leadership skills;
• Demonstrated team building skills;
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Knowledge of inventory/ warehouse operations
• Able to work with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of SAP is preferred
• Must be able to manage time effectively
• Understanding of FOX system or like Lean Operations Fundamentals
• Adherence to Quality Requirements, Audit and Reporting

How to be successful in the role and at Ferrero:

Consumers, quality and care are at the heart of everything we do. So, to be successful at Ferrero, you’ll need to be just as consumer and product centric as we are - dedicated to crafting brilliant results for consumers around the world.