Logistics Outbound Specialist

Grafton Group

Tallaght

Remote

EUR 40,000 - 55,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Company Pension

Discounted Healthcare

Paid Maternity & Parental leave

Sick Pay Scheme

Educational Assistance

Bonus Scheme

Colleague Discount

Wellness initiatives

Job summary

Woodie's is seeking a Logistics Outbound Specialist to join our Logistics Team in Ireland.

The role requires at least 2 years' relevant experience, strong Excel and Power BI skills, and experience with ERP systems like Business Central.

Qualifications

Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar logistics role (retail a plus).
Strong understanding of logistics trends, planning processes and customer-focused operations.
Proficient in Excel and Power BI; experience with ERP systems such as Business Central.

Responsibilities

Support the efficiency of day-to-day operational tasks within the logistics team.
Collaborate with other departments and partners to improve operational performance and deliver internal customer service.
Assist in resolving internal or external logistics issues.
Monitor and report data on current operations (inbound, stock management, outbound deliveries).
Gather data at each supply chain step to recommend cost-saving changes.
Support ongoing projects to improve systems and processes.

Skills

Logistics planning

Excel & Power BI

ERP systems (Business Central)

Vendor/3PL coordination

Data gathering & reporting

Customer-focused mindset

Effective communication

Tools

Power BI

Business Central

Job description

Woodie's is the market-leading DIY, Home& Garden retailer in Ireland with 36 stores nationwide and an online presence. We are proud to be listed as one of the Top 75 Best Workplaces in Europe by Great Places to Work and an official Best Workplace for Women for the past three years! We are also recognised by the Irish Centre for Diversity & Inclusion as an accredited Investor in Diversity

We are currently recruiting for a Logistics Outbound Specialist to join ourLogistics Team.

Our ideal candidate:

Is an effective team member with a minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role. Retail would be an advantage but not a requirement.
Has a superb understanding of the latest logistics trends, methodologies, and planning processes.
Operates through the lens of our customers at all times, helping to ensure that we have the right products in the right place at the right time.
Balances the fast-paced nature of our business with outstanding attention to detail.
Takes a collaborative approach to work, whilst balancing multiple internal & external partners, priorities, and goals with ease.
Is a great communicator, who is curious and inventive in their approach to identifying solutions.
Values efficiency and continuous improvement.
Has experience working with third-party logistics providers to deliver an operational and cost-efficient service.
Is proficient in Microsoft Office 365 with expertise in Excel & Power-BI.
Is proficient in Business Central or similar ERP system.

Key Responsibilities

Support the efficiency of day-to-day operational tasks within the logistics team.
Collaborate closely with other departments and partners to improve operational performance and deliver excellent internal customer service.
Assist in resolving any internal or external issues relating to logistics.
Monitor, collect and report on data on current operations, including inbound, stock management and outbound deliveries.
Gather data on each step within the supply chain, using it to recommend changes to reduce cost.
Support with on-going projects to continuously improve commercial systems & processes.
Any other duties that may be required at the request of your line Manager.

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