Senior Specialist Logistics Network & Capacity Planning Expert (m/f/d)

HAVI; Duisburg; Hybrid; EUR 75.000 - 105.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Hybrid working

Competitive compensation

Permanent contract

Zusammenfassung

HAVI België in Duisburg seeks a Senior Specialist Logistics Network & Capacity Planning Expert to design and optimize global logistics networks, forecast capacity, and build robust business cases. You will partner with operations, IT, procurement and finance to deliver data-driven recommendations.

The role requires 5+ years in logistics design, strong modelling skills, and fluency in English. Hybrid work arrangement and a permanent contract support long-term career growth.

Qualifikationen

• Degree in Logistics or related field required.
• 5+ years in logistics network design or capacity planning.
• Strong modelling, forecasting, and data validation skills.
• Fluent English; willingness to travel internationally.

Aufgaben

• Conduct network studies covering distribution footprints, transport flows, inventory positioning, service levels, and cost impacts.
• Model scenarios for consolidation, expansion, cross-dock locations, and outsourcing.
• Translate growth and customer requirements into network recommendations.
• Develop demand, throughput, storage, and facility-capacity forecasts.

Kenntnisse

Scenario modelling

Forecasting

Data validation

Advanced Excel

Network optimization

Simulation tools

BI & databases

AI in field

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Fluent English

Ausbildung

Logistics degree

Operations Research

Data analytics

Tools

Network optimization tools

Simulation tools

BI tools

Databases

Jobbeschreibung

Senior Specialist Logistics Network & Capacity Planning Expert (m/f/d)

Ort: Duisburg

HAVI is a global, privately owned company focused on innovating, optimizing and managing the supply chains of leading brands. Offering services in marketing analytics, packaging, supply chain management and logistics, HAVI partners with companies to address challenges big and small across the supply chain, from commodity to customer. Founded in 1974, HAVI employs more than 10,000 people and serves customers in more than 100 countries. HAVI’s supply chain services are complemented by the customer engagement services offered by our affiliated company The Marketing Store. For more information, please visit HAVI.com .

We are hiring a Senior Specialist Logistics Network & Capacity Planning Expert (m/f/d) for our office in Duisburg

This role develops fact-based logistics network and capacity solutions for international operations. It combines network modelling, demand and throughput analysis, facility sizing, and business-case development to support scalable service, cost, and investment decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct network studies covering distribution footprints, transport flows, inventory positioning, service levels, and cost impacts.
• Model alternative scenarios for consolidation, expansion, greenfield locations, cross-dock solutions, and, if necessary, outsourcing.
• Translate business growth and customer requirements into clear network recommendations.

Capacity Planning & Facility Sizing

• Develop demand, throughput, storage, resource, and facility-capacity forecasts.
• Identify capacity constraints, risks, and trigger points for investment or operational change.
• Support warehouse sizing, layout concepts, and future-state operating models.

Analytics & Business Cases

• Build robust models using operational, commercial, and financial data.
• Assess CAPEX, OPEX, productivity, service, and ROI impacts.
• Present concise, decision-ready recommendations to senior stakeholders.

Cross-functional Delivery

• Work with operations, transport, finance, IT, procurement, consultants, and international country teams.

Qualifications & Skills

• Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Data Analytics, Operations Research, or related fields.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in logistics network design, capacity planning, supply chain consulting, or logistics engineering.
• Strong capability in scenario modelling, forecasting, and data validation.
• Advanced Excel skills; experience with network optimization & simulation tools, BI and database is highly desirable.
• Initial experience with using AI in this field is preferred.
• Commercial understanding and proven ability to convert analysis into practical recommendations.
• Project management experience in international and cross-functional environments.
• Team-oriented, proactive, and solution-driven mindset.
• Fluent English (written and spoken), strong communication skills, and readiness for international travel.
• Based in Germany, preferably in the Duisburg area. A valid visa or residence/work permit allowing employment in Germany must already be in place.

What we offer

• Fair and competitive compensation, including a 13th salary and annual bonus payment.
• 40-hour working week with flexible working hours based on trust and personal responsibility.
• Hybrid working with the option to work from home in alignment with your manager and the requirements of the role.
• Permanent employment contract offering long-term stability and security.

We value diversity and equal opportunities and welcome applications from people with disabilities.