Global Ocean Logistics Operations Lead

Nestlé S.A.; Linda-a-Velha; Hybrid; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meal allowance card

Flex Benefits

Nestlé Club discounts

Free coffee

Company equipment

Medical support

Job summary

Nestlé Business Solutions (NBS) in Portugal is seeking an Ocean Logistics Operations Expert to oversee end-to-end ocean shipment performance, ensuring on-time and visible stock delivery.

The role involves monitoring transport milestones, coordinating loading with export teams, and partnering with Markets, suppliers, shippers, and Global Logistics Procurement to resolve issues and drive service excellence. A technical university degree and 5 years in freight forwarding are required.

Qualifications

• Technical university degree required.
• 5 years of freight forwarding or shipping experience.
• Knowledge of physical logistics.
• Supply chain project management experience.
• Experience working with providers.
• Advanced English; Spanish a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage the ocean transport monitoring process (Track & Trace).
• Ensure timely resolution of exceptions in ocean shipments.
• Maintain data accuracy in Ocean Platform and dashboards.
• Coordinate loading dates with export team and track containers to POL.
• Monitor shipments for deviations and update ETAs.
• Oversee arrival notices and handle COD requests.
• Ensure platform performance against SLAs and business continuity.
• Support health checks and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Freight forwarding

Shipping

Logistics

Project management

Provider management

English (Advanced)

Education

Technical university degree

Job description

Nestlé Business Solutions (NBS) in Portugal is seeking an Ocean Logistics Operations Expert to oversee end-to-end ocean shipment performance, ensuring on-time and visible stock delivery.

The role involves monitoring transport milestones, coordinating loading with export teams, and partnering with Markets, suppliers, shippers, and Global Logistics Procurement to resolve issues and drive service excellence. A technical university degree and 5 years in freight forwarding are required.