Logistics Manager – Automotive

KeyPartners; Zürich; Vor Ort; CHF 120.000 - 180.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

KeyPartners is assisting an international automotive group with a Logistics Manager role in Switzerland. The position is strategic, focusing on efficient, reliable, and cost-effective logistics operations to support ambitious growth in the Swiss market.

The role reports to the Logistics Director Switzerland and collaborates with internal departments, international HQ, external operators, dealerships and business partners to optimize end-to-end vehicle logistics and compliance.

Qualifikationen

• Several years of professional experience in logistics, supply chain, or operations.
• Solid understanding of vehicle logistics, including inventory management.
• Fluency in German, French and English.

Aufgaben

• Manage end-to-end vehicle logistics operations from import to dealer delivery.
• Coordinate with external logistics operators to ensure efficient transport, storage and preparation.
• Monitor service quality, lead times, costs and KPIs; implement corrective actions.
• Coordinate vehicle imports into Switzerland and related documentation.
• Ensure compliance with Swiss customs regulations and import requirements.
• Support planning and forecasting with Sales, Finance, Aftersales and other functions.
• Develop and optimize logistics processes to scale with growth.

Kenntnisse

Logistics management

Supply chain

Operations

Vendor management

Jobbeschreibung

Our client is an international automotive group experiencing strong growth across global markets.

To support its continued expansion in Switzerland, we are looking for an experienced Logistics Manager. This is a strategic position with responsibility for ensuring efficient, reliable, and cost-effective logistics operations while supporting the company’s ambitious growth plans in the Swiss market.

The role reports directly to the Logistics Director Switzerland and works closely with internal departments, international headquarters, external logistics operators, dealerships, and other business partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate end-to-end vehicle logistics operations, from import and inbound transportation through storage, vehicle preparation, and final delivery to the dealer network.
• Coordinate closely with external logistics operators and service providers to ensure efficient vehicle transportation, storage, preparation, and delivery.
• Manage relationships with logistics partners, monitoring service quality, lead times, costs, and agreed service levels.
• Coordinate vehicle imports into Switzerland and ensure the smooth handling of all related logistics and administrative processes.
• Ensure compliance with Swiss customs regulations, vehicle import requirements, and all relevant documentation and procedures.
• Monitor vehicle flows and inventory levels to ensure optimal vehicle availability while balancing operational efficiency, delivery times, and logistics costs.
• Coordinate with international headquarters and relevant internal stakeholders to ensure accurate planning and timely vehicle allocation and delivery.
• Monitor logistics performance and relevant KPIs, identify potential bottlenecks, and implement appropriate corrective measures.
• Support logistics planning and forecasting in close collaboration with Sales, Finance, Aftersales, and other relevant functions.
• Develop and optimize logistics processes and structures to support increasing vehicle volumes and the company’s continued growth in Switzerland.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, digitalization, and cost optimization across logistics operations.
• Support the implementation and development of logistics systems, tools, and operational processes.
• Ensure effective communication and coordination between headquarters, logistics providers, customs partners, compounds, and the Swiss dealer network.

Candidate Profile

• Several years of professional experience in logistics, supply chain, or operations, ideally within the automotive industry.
• Previous experience with an automotive manufacturer, importer, distributor, or comparable organization would be a strong advantage.
• Solid understanding of vehicle logistics, including transportation, storage, vehicle preparation, inventory management, and distribution to dealerships.
• Good knowledge of Swiss vehicle import procedures, customs regulations, and related documentation and compliance requirements.
• Proven experience in coordinating and managing external logistics operators and service providers.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Commercial mindset with a strong focus on efficiency, quality, lead times, and cost optimization.
• Hands-on, proactive, and solution-oriented approach, with the ability to identify operational issues and implement effective solutions.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across different functions, countries, and cultures.
• Comfortable working in an entrepreneurial and fast-growing international organization undergoing continuous development and change.
• Fluency in German, French and English is required.

The Opportunity

This is an exciting opportunity to join an international automotive group at an important stage of its development in Switzerland.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to contribute directly to the development and optimization of the company’s logistics operations, work closely with international and local stakeholders, and play an active role in supporting the organization’s continued growth in the Swiss automotive market.