Logistics Specialist Digitalization - Rødkærsbro

Arla Foods; Denmark; On-site; DKK 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

Arla Foods in Rødkærsbro seeks a Logistics Specialist to drive digital development in the Logistics department, identifying opportunities and shaping practical solutions that ensure structured implementation and real adoption across the organization.

You will lead cross-functional projects, balance objectives, resources and budget, and collaborate with Arla Global IT to embed standard platforms and drive change with colleagues.

Qualifications

• A relevant educational background, for example within value chain management, supply chain, logistics, digitalization or business development. Preferably at least two years of experience from a similar role
• A solid project management toolbox, strong execution skills and the ability to create structure and progress
• The ability and motivation to familiarise yourself with everything from simple to complex business systems
• Strong competencies in data visualisation using Microsoft Power BI
• Curiosity to stay up to date on new technologies
• Fluent in both Danish and English

Responsibilities

• Shape the digitalization agenda, including assessing the potential and suitability of new technologies in relation to departmental operations
• Drive projects from idea to completed solution, with a focus on user experience
• Ensure a good balance between objectives, resources and budget
• Ensure that solutions are properly documented, communicated and embedded in daily ways of working
• Act as a sparring partner with Arla’s Global IT organization on the development and implementation of Arla standard platforms
• Be an active team player who involves relevant stakeholders and builds strong relationships and collaboration
• Maintain a strong sense of urgency and take ownership of ensuring that projects move forward and are completed

Skills

Power BI

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Business process improvement

Fluent Danish

Fluent English

Education

Value chain management

Supply chain / logistics

Digitalization

Tools

Microsoft Power BI

Job description

Are you passionate about digitalization, data and project management, and do you have the drive to turn ideas into implemented solutions that create real value for the business and our colleagues? Do you see user involvement and change management as key to successful digitalization? Then you should apply for the role as Logistics Specialist at Arla Foods in Rødkærsbro.

We are among the world’s leading producers of mozzarella for major international customers. We take pride in being their preferred supplier and continuously develop our competitiveness for the benefit of Arla and our farmer owners. Today, our mozzarella is sold in more than 100 countries across all continents, serving major customers in the retail, food service and B2B segments. As demand for mozzarella is increasing significantly, we have ambitious plans for the future and will expand the business considerably in the coming years.

“In this role, you will drive the digital development of our Logistics department in Rødkærsbro, from identifying opportunities and shaping solutions to ensuring structured implementation and real adoption in the organization. You understand digitalization as an opportunity to optimize operations, improve everyday workflows and create value for both the business and our colleagues.” says Associate Manager, Johan Biller.

How You Will Make An Impact

As a Logistics Specialist in our Logistics department, you can look forward to an exciting and challenging role where you will work across functions on digitalization and business improvement projects. You will need to understand the business, identify improvement opportunities and translate them into practical digital solutions.

Your primary responsibility will be to lead projects and ensure progress across tasks, including

• Shape the digitalization agenda, including assessing the potential and suitability of new technologies in relation to departmental operations
• Drive projects from idea to completed solution, with a focus on user experience
• Ensure a good balance between objectives, resources, value and budget
• Ensure that solutions are properly documented, communicated and embedded in daily ways of working
• Act as a sparring partner with Arla’s Global IT organization on the development and implementation of Arla standard platforms
• Be an active team player who involves relevant stakeholders and builds strong relationships and collaboration
• Maintain a strong sense of urgency and take ownership of ensuring that projects move forward and are completed

What will make you successful?

As a person, you are structured, proactive and motivated by turning ideas into tangible improvements. You have the drive to move projects forward, create alignment across stakeholders and ensure that initiatives are followed through until they are fully implemented.

You communicate well at all levels of the organisation and are able to build strong relationships across departments, with the head office and with relevant centres of excellence. You are confident in engaging colleagues, explaining the value of new solutions and motivating others to embrace change.

In addition, we imagine that you have

• A relevant educational background, for example within value chain management, supply chain, logistics, digitalization or business development. Preferably at least two years of experience from a similar role
• A solid project management toolbox, strong execution skills and the ability to create structure and progress
• The ability and motivation to familiarise yourself with everything from simple to complex business systems
• Strong competencies in data visualisation using Microsoft Power BI
• Curiosity to stay up to date on new technologies
• Fluent in both Danish and English

What do we offer?

You will have the opportunity to influence the digital journey of a growing business area and play a key role in turning ideas into practical improvements that make a difference in daily operations.

Shape the Future of Dairy

Arla is a global leader in the dairy industry, committed to enabling good food choices that make life better, providing people with natural, sustainable nourishment, while taking care at every step to ensure Arla is a choice they can feel good about. If you are looking to shape the future with an ambitious global cooperative that truly cares about your growth, where everyone feels valued and empowered, and collaboration is the core of culture, Arla is a choice you can feel good about.

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