Transportation Specialist - EMEA

DECKERS; London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the logistics sector is seeking a Transportation Specialist for their EMEA operations. This role involves optimizing distribution and last mile logistics, managing KPIs, and implementing best practices. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in logistics management and experience in project execution, combined with innovative problem-solving skills. Join a diverse and inclusive team committed to excellent service and continuous improvement.

Benefits

27 Days Holidays + Bank Holidays

Growth and Development Opportunities

Flexible Working Environment

Generous Discounts and Perks

Qualifications

• Experience in logistics projects, ideally for Distribution Centres.
• Knowledge in contract logistics (parcel and pallet) is beneficial.
• Fluency in English, with a second European language advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Manage all transportation issues and execute logistics operations.
• Analyse logistics and transportation networks to reduce costs.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify transport initiatives.

Skills

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Stakeholder Management

Innovative Problem Solving

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Transportation Specialist - EMEA

At Deckers Brands, Together, Every Step is a promise kept that every employee can bring their authentic self, is valued and supported, as a whole person, at work and beyond. Together, Every Step is how we continue to deliver exceptional business results, experience an amazing place to work, and have a positive impact on the communities and world around us.

The Role:

As the Transportation Specialist, you will provide insights and direction for the distribution/last mile logistics processes and lead service providers on best practice methodologies to support business process changes. You will evaluate and develop KPIs, guide strategy for logistics and distribution, and maintain metrics dashboards and reports.

The ideal candidate will have an solid understanding of logistics and Distribution Centres to manage projects and build a strategic roadmap for a logistics function including capabilities, systematic solutions and organizational design.

Your Impact:

• Manage all transportation issues and deliver day-to-day operational execution for logistics, transportation and fulfilment
• Analyse logistics and transportation networks to reduce overall costs and support continuous improvement in productivity
• Achieve cost targets with providers and/or 3PLs while ensuring on-time service
• Collaborate with key stakeholders, such as management and functional leaders in Supply Chain and Logistics, to identify and prioritise transport initiatives
• Monitor and report on progress of transport initiatives providing regular updates to senior management
• Work with Operations and E-commerce teams to carry out best practice logistics benchmarking that can be applied

COME AS YOU ARE

We celebrate diversity-of your background, your experiences, and your unique identity. We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and equitable workplace where all of our employees can Come as They Are. We believe that when we bring our different perspectives to work, we are truly Better Together.

Who You Are:

• You are driven and can manage project work
• You're comfortable with challenging stakeholders at all levels
• You can work flexibility and travel at short notice in line with business needs
• You are innovative and able to deliver creative solutions

We would Love to Hear from People with:

• Experience in logistics projects, ideally for Distribution Centres (3PL management and/or owned and operated)
• Knowledge in contract logistics (parcel and pallet) is beneficial
• Proficient in Microsoft applications, with advanced skills in Excel
• Fluency in English, a second European language is advantageous but not a requirement

What We Will Give You:

• 27 Days Holidays + Bank Holidays & some time away from work - on top of generous holiday allowance, we can generally take advantage of half day Fridays providing our work is finished for the week.
• Extras, discounts, perks & volunteering opportunities - Being a valued member of the Deckers Brands team means more than just a paycheck. From generous discounts to community-based programs, we offer a variety of cool extras.
• Growth and Development - Deckers Brands was built on the idea of pursuing passion. That's why we offer extensive opportunities and support for personal and professional development including Global Mentorship Programme
• Hybrid & Flexible Working Environment

Equal Employment Opportunity

Diversity and inclusion are key to our success. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and our employees are people with different strengths, experiences and backgrounds who share a passion for our brands. We welcome qualified applicants embracing their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, military or veteran status, mental or physical disability, medical condition and all of the other beautiful parts of your identity.

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