Lead Logistics Operational Excellence Specialist
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Our Industry & Energy Technology (IET) team provides industry‑leading products and services that optimize the extraction, production, and processing of energy. We help a diverse range of customers across the value chain to reduce operating costs and improve productivity and play an integral role by helping the business plan for the future.
Responsibilities
- Support the implementation and monitoring of global logistics and customs frameworks
- Collaborate with Regional Logistics, Business Logistics, Transportation, ITC, Procurement, Finance, and Enterprise Operations to assist in strategy execution and cost optimization initiatives
- Conduct compliance checks and assist in risk assessments, helping to identify potential issues and coordinate resolution with relevant stakeholders
- Monitor and report on KPIs, leveraging data analytics to identify improvement opportunities, cost avoidance, savings, and productivity enhancements
- Assist in developing and maintaining global standards, procedures, and controls for customs and logistics operations
- Work with local and regional teams to implement regulatory changes and ensure alignment across regions
- Participate in projects focused on digital transformation, automation, and lean process improvement
- Contribute to initiatives that simplify, standardize, and automate logistics and customs processes
- Share best practices and foster synergies across the organization and industry
- Support communication efforts on market trends and global challenges to help mitigate risks proactively
- Act as a resource for training and guidance on compliance, logistics, and customs governance topics
- Ensure adherence to HSEQ and compliance standards in line with company policies
- Foster teamwork and a culture of inclusion, learning, and growth
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Logistics, Engineering, or related field
- 5+ years in global logistics, transportation, customs compliance, and warehousing
- Proven experience in policy governance, process design, and CoE
- Expertise in Lean and/or Six Sigma
- Strong knowledge of ERP/TMS/WMS systems and Power BI for analytics
- Demonstrated ability to lead change and influence without authority
- Strong knowledge of logistics and customs processes and regulations
- Analytical mindset with experience in data‑driven decision‑making
- Ability to collaborate effectively across multiple functions and regions
- Familiarity with digital tools and process improvement methodologies
- Commitment to compliance, risk management, and operational excellence
Benefits & Work Culture
- Contemporary work‑life balance policies and well‑being activities
- Comprehensive private medical care options
- Safety net of life insurance and disability programs
- Tailored financial programs
- Additional elected or voluntary benefits
Working flexible hours – flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
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