Logistics Scheduler , EU Central Operations

TN United Kingdom; Dunstable; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a Logistics Scheduler to enhance customer experiences through effective planning and coordination. In this dynamic role, you will be responsible for executing forecasts, optimizing delivery routes, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will drive improvements in logistics processes while maintaining a focus on customer satisfaction. This position offers the chance to work in a fast-paced environment, where your analytical skills and problem-solving abilities will be crucial in managing the complexities of transportation logistics.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience in analytical tasks or projects involving data.
• Advanced proficiency in verbal and written English (C1 CEFR).

Responsibilities

• Execute daily same-day or next-day forecasts.
• Plan delivery routes and monitor volume flow.
• Ensure targets and service deadlines are met.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Tools

MS Office Suite

SQL

Python

Job description

Job Description

Do you want to learn how the most complex transportation network is managed on a daily basis?

Our entire business is focused on delighting our customers. We strive to stay agile from the second an order is placed online and throughout the seamless coordination of that order behind the scenes. This can be described in one of our core Leadership Principles, which is Bias for Action. This means that our teams band together and aren’t content with just the status quo. We’re aiming to become the most customer-centric company on Earth.

As a Logistics Scheduler, you will have the opportunity to create world-class customer experiences leveraging your innovation, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.

This position involves working in a rotating three-shift system, which may include Saturdays, night shifts, and on-call duty.

Key job responsibilities

1. Execute daily same-day or next-day forecasts.
2. Plan delivery routes or monitor volume flow, affecting tens of thousands of packages at the EU level.
3. You will be accountable for planning accuracy, cost, and customer experience. Additionally, you will develop best practices and standard work for the network.
4. Ensure targets and service deadlines are met, according to regulatory requirements.
5. Communicate with various departments, facilitating information flow between stakeholders and resolving potential issues impacting business continuity.
6. Conduct research into process improvement initiatives and make real-time decisions while periodically reviewing the bigger picture.
7. Maintain and report up-to-date and accurate statistics, management reports, and analysis.

A day in the life

As a Logistics Scheduler, you will work across the EU in a cross-functional environment with Supply Chain, Distribution Centers, and Ground Transportation teams to support daily operations and ensure the timely delivery of Heavy/Bulky shipments to customers.

About the team

Amazon Logistics (AMZL) handles last-mile delivery in partnership with third-party distribution companies. We utilize creative thinking and continuous improvement initiatives to deliver millions of products into the hands of our customers.

Basic Qualifications

• Relevant experience in analytical tasks or projects involving data.
• Advanced proficiency in verbal and written English (C1 CEFR).
• Experience working with MS Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience communicating with senior stakeholders and leadership.
• Previous experience in transportation or logistics.
• Working knowledge of programming and coding languages (SQL or Python).