Global Outbound Logistics Team Lead

Hitachi, Ltd.

Zürich

Hybrid

CHF 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Hitachi Energy in Zürich is seeking an experienced Outbound Logistics Team Leader to coordinate and continuously improve outbound logistics for our GIS business. You will combine operational involvement with people leadership to ensure on-time, safe delivery worldwide.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and external logistics partners to drive process improvements, monitor KPIs, and coach a team of logistics specialists while fostering a positive, customer-focused environment.

Qualifications

Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field with strong logistics experience.
Experience coordinating or leading teams is essential.
Experience managing outbound logistics activities in an international environment.
Experience working with ERP systems, logistics management systems, and reporting tools.
Fluency in English and German.

Responsibilities

Promote a strong safety culture across all logistics activities, ensuring compliance with workplace health and safety requirements and proactively addressing potential risks.
Coordinate and support daily outbound logistics operations, helping to ensure timely and efficient delivery of products to customers.
Guide, coach, and support a team of logistics specialists, fostering collaboration, development, and knowledge sharing.
Monitor transportation, warehousing, and distribution activities, addressing operational challenges and supporting effective solutions.
Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency, service quality, and overall logistics performance.
Partner with colleagues in manufacturing, project management, procurement, customer service, and external logistics providers to ensure smooth order fulfillment.
Support the management of carriers and logistics service providers, including performance monitoring and issue resolution.
Monitor and analyze logistics KPIs, prepare operational reports, and help identify opportunities for improvement across the outbound process.
Promote compliance with packaging regulations, customs requirements, and company policies, as well as help create a positive, inclusive, and customer-focused team environment