Logistics Deviation Specialist - 12 months contract

Inter External; Warszawa, Bukowno; On-site; PLN 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

IKEA Warsaw is seeking a Logistics Deviation Specialist to lead extra-cost claims, analyze data, and collaborate with internal and external partners to optimize our supply chain. You will work with stakeholders across countries to monitor costs and drive improvements.

The role is full-time and based in Warsaw; on-site presence is expected with flexibility to align with IKEA work-from-home policy where appropriate. You will contribute to shaping efficient, cost-conscious logistics processes.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in Supply Chain, Logistics, Finance or related field.
• Strong analytical skills to turn data into actionable insights.
• Excellent communication by with stakeholders across different countries and cultures.
• Fluent spoken and written English.
• A collaborative mindset and a passion for building trust-based relationships.
• Curiosity, initiative, and a drive to continuously learn and improve.

Responsibilities

• Manage logistics extra-cost claims, ensuring accurate cost verification and documentation.
• Lead fact-based discussions, analyze data, and prepare reports to support decision-making.
• Authorize payments to Transport Service Providers and ensure proper documentation.
• Monitor and follow up on extra-cost levels across carriers, units, and distribution centers.
• Identify improvement opportunities, track cost trends, and develop action plans with internal stakeholders.
• Drive a cost-conscious mindset by sharing insights and recommendations with key stakeholders.
• Build strong relationships with Transport Service Providers and contribute to smarter ways of working.

Skills

Supply chain experience

Analytical skills

Communication skills

English fluency

Collaborative mindset

Curiosity and initiative

Job description

Company description

At IKEA, we do things a little different. Wethinkdifferently. Act differently. And work differently as well.Guided by our vision-To create a better everyday life for the many, we innovate, challenge conventions, and develop solutions that make sustainable living more accessible. For over 75 years, our co-workers have helped bring this vision to life, and by 2030, we aim to reach millions more.

IKEA Supply ensures our products are produced and delivered efficiently to customers worldwide. We work closely across business areas, supply functions, and retail markets to secure product availability at the lowest total cost.

We believe collaboration is strongest when we meet in person. Therefore, we spend most of our time in the workplace, with flexibility to work from home when relevant.

Our success is built on strong values. We lead by example,collaborate, continuously improve, andact. We support learning, personal growth, andhelpingeach other succeed.

Job description

At IKEA, we make healthy and sustainable choices affordable and accessiblefor many people. We are looking for curious, innovative, and purpose-driven individuals who share our vision.

In this role, you will lead your assignments, collaborate with colleagues and external partners, and contribute to business development. We support your growth throughdevelopmentconversations, learning opportunities, and a culture that encourages learning from experience. Together, we build strong relationships and help each other reach our full potential.

As a Logistics Deviation Specialist, you will join a team of specialists and report to the Logistics Deviation Manager. We know our strength is naming our products, not our jobs, but this role offers plenty of opportunities to grow, make an impact, and help shape the future of our Supply Chain.

What will you do?

• Managelogisticsextra-cost claims, ensuringaccuratecost verification, documentation, and use of cost codes.

• Lead fact-based discussions, analyze data, and prepare reports that support decision-making.

• Authorize payments to Transport Service Providers and ensure each case is properly documented.

• Partner with internal stakeholders tomonitorand follow up on extra-cost levels across carriers, units, and distributioncenters.

• Identifyimprovement opportunities, track cost trends, and develop action plans together withInternal stakeholders.

• Drive a cost-conscious mindset by sharing insights and recommendations with key stakeholders.

• Build strong relationships with Transport Service Providers and contribute to developing smarter ways of working for the future.

Qualification

What are we looking for?

• At least 2 years of experience in Supply Chain, Logistics, Finance, ora relatedfield.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to turn data into actionable insights.

• Excellent communication skills and confidence working with stakeholders across different countries and cultures.

• Fluent spoken and written English.

• A collaborative mindset and a passion for building trust-based relationships.

• Curiosity, initiative, anda driveto continuously learn and improve.

• Values that align with IKEA's vision and culture.

More Information

At IKEA, you'll be part of a diverse, international team where your ideas matter and your workcontributeto creating a better everyday life for the many people. We offer opportunities to grow, learn, and make a real impact across our global supply chain.

20/11/2026.

This role is full-time and based in our Warsaw office. We believe in meeting people, members of your team and other co-workers to create, inspire and share. Therefore, we wouldlikeyou to be in the office according to IKEA work-from-home policy.