Outbound Logistics Team Leader 80 - 100% (f/m/d)

HITACHI ENERGY LTD; Zürich; On-site; CHF 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in Zurich, Switzerland, seeks an experienced Outbound Logistics Team Leader to coordinate global outbound activities and improve delivery performance. You will lead a team of logistics specialists, align with manufacturing, procurement, and customer service, and ensure safe, efficient, and timely shipments worldwide.

We value strong leadership, cross-functional collaboration, and a focus on continuous improvement, safety, and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Degree in Supply Chain Management or related field.
• Experience leading logistics teams.
• Experience outbound logistics in international settings.
• Experience with ERP/logistics software.
• Strong problem-solving and stakeholder management.
• Fluency in English and German.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate outbound logistics activities daily.
• Coach and develop the logistics team.
• Monitor transportation, warehousing and distribution KPIs.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, procurement, and customer service.
• Support process improvements and system enhancements.
• Ensure compliance with safety and packaging requirements.

Skills

Team leadership

Outbound logistics

Communication skills

Problem solving

English-German bilingual

Education

Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Logistics management systems

Reporting tools

Job description

Location: Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland

Contract: Full time

Remote: No

Job Description:

The opportunity Hitachi Energy is looking for an experienced Outbound Logistics Team Leader to coordinate and continuously improve outbound logistics activities for our GIS business. In this role, you will combine operational involvement with people leadership, helping to ensure products are delivered to customers around the world safely, efficiently, and on time. Working closely with colleagues across multiple functions and with external logistics partners, you will contribute to smooth day-to-day operations while supporting ongoing improvements in processes, customer experience, and team performance. Join our team!

How you'll make an impact

• 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

Your background

• Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field, combined with strong experience in logistics, supply chain, or transportation operations.
• 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
• Strong problem-solving skills and a practical approach to operational challenge
• Effective communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships across teams
• Experience supporting, motivating, and developing others in a collaborative environment
• Fluency in English and German

More about us

We believe great work thrives in an environment where people feel genuinely supported and fairly rewarded. Our benefits are designed to create real value for every individual - fueling engagement, performance, and growth. By prioritizing well being, we build a workplace where personal and organizational success grow together.

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