Logistics Project Manager

ABB E-mobility B.V.; San Giovanni Valdarno; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB E-mobility is seeking a Logistics Project Manager to drive high-impact improvement projects across our logistics network at our San Giovanni Valdarno site. This hands-on role turns complex operational problems into clear facts, practical solutions, and realized results.

You will collaborate across functions, regions, suppliers, 3PLs and internal stakeholders to enhance performance, service levels, and cost efficiency in a growing matrix organisation.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in logistics, supply chain, operations, consulting or project management.
• Excellent problem-solving with structured thinking and root-cause analysis.
• Strong data analysis to turn complex data into insights and actions.
• Proven ability to manage stakeholders in a matrix organisation.
• Experience with transportation, warehousing, 3PL, TMS, SAP, or automation.
• Fluent in English and Italian.
• Willingness to work at San Giovanni Valdarno site.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional logistics projects from problem definition to implementation.
• Use data to quantify opportunities, build business cases and track benefits.
• Improve logistics KPIs: OTIF, cost, lead time, warehouse productivity.
• Coordinate internal teams, suppliers and 3PL/4PL partners.
• Support automation and system projects including TMS and SAP improvements.
• Governance with risk tracking and follow-up.
• Champion scalable, streamlined processes.

Skills

Logistics & supply chain

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Fluent in English & Italian

Tools

TMS

SAP

KPI reporting

Job description

At ABB E-mobility, we are building the charging infrastructure for a cleaner, smarter future. To scale, logistics must become a true competitive advantage: reliable for customers, cost-effective for the business, and simple enough to support rapid growth.

We are looking for a Logistics Project Manager to drive high-impact improvement projects across our logistics network. This is a hands-on project role for someone who can turn complex operational problems into clear facts, practical solutions, and implemented results.

You will work across functions, regions, suppliers, 3PLs and internal stakeholders to improve logistics performance, service levels, cost efficiency and scalability in a fast-growing, matrix organisation.

In this role your main accountabilities will be:

• Lead cross-functional logistics projects from problem definition to implementation and measurable impact
• Use data to identify root causes, quantify opportunities, build business cases and track benefits
• Drive improvements across transportation, warehousing, service logistics, Trade Compliance and 3PL performance
• Support automation and system projects, including TMS implementation, SAP improvements and logistics data/reporting tools
• Optimise logistics KPIs such as OTIF, cost, lead time, warehouse productivity, claims and service levels
• Manage project plans, risks, actions and stakeholders with clear governance and disciplined follow-up
• Coordinate internal teams, suppliers and 3PL/4PL partners to ensure solutions are implemented and sustained
• Challenge the status quo, simplify processes and build scalable ways of working

To make the above work, we are looking for a professional who has the ability to communicate clearly with both operational teams and senior stakeholders. Other essential requirements:

• Strong experience in logistics, supply chain, operations, consulting or project management
• Excellent problem-solving skills: structured thinking, root-cause analysis and hypothesis-driven approach - consulting experience is a plus
• Strong data analysis capability; able to turn complex data into insights, decisions and action plans
• Proven ability to implement change through stakeholder management in a complex matrix organisation
• Experience in one or more of the following: transportation, warehousing, 3PL management, TMS, SAP, automation, KPI optimisation or Trade Compliance
• Strong ownership, drive and bias for action
• Fluent in both English and Italian
• Availability to work regularly from our San Giovanni Valdarno site

What we offer

A role with broad exposure, real business impact and the opportunity to shape the future of logistics in ABB E-mobility. You will join an international team focused on customer satisfaction, operational excellence and cost effectiveness — helping the business scale by making logistics simpler, faster and better.

Compensation Details

The employment framework is based on the National Collective Labour Agreement (CCNL) for the Metalworking Industry, with an indicative level between B2/B3 and a minimum gross annual salary starting from € 35.000.
The specific level and compensation package will be defined based on the outcome of the selection process (including experience, skills set, and role fit), in accordance with objective, transparent, and gender-neutral criteria, in line with pay equity and equal opportunity principles.
The total compensation package also includes a variable bonus linked to individual and company targets.

About ABB E-Mobility

ABB E-mobility is a world leader in EV charging technology and a partner of choice for the world’s biggest electric vehicle OEMs and nationwide EV charging network operators. With a strong R&D pipeline, our robust product portfolio of innovative holistic solutions – from grid to charge point and domestic installations to large fleet depots – means we are actively enabling the future of E-Mobility, not just predicting it.

Welcome to Operations, where strategic supply chain management and operational excellence meet. Our teams focus on supply chain strategy, vendor partnerships, and KPI tracking to ensure cost-effective operations. We manage transitions to mass production and fulfill European and North American demand from our factories in San Giovanni Valdarno, Italy and Phoenix, USA whilst optimizing the global value chain. Within Operations advanced capabilities drive quality standards and continuous improvement, while HSE ensures safety and environmental compliance. Warranty management and PMO lead operational projects aligned with strategic goals.