Logistics Coordinator

Henkel; United States; Hybrid; USD 34,995 - 46,660; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work scheme with flexible hours

Hybrid work model

Employee Share Plan

Diverse growth opportunities

Job summary

Henkel is seeking a Logistics Coordinator to manage end-to-end logistics operations for Consumer Brands in New Zealand. The role encompasses logistics governance, performance management, and collaboration across various teams to ensure efficient supply chain execution.

The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in logistics operations, strong analytical problem-solving skills, and the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders. Join Henkel for a flexible work scheme and diverse growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years’ experience in a logistics, supply chain, or operations coordination role.
• Proven capability in managing end-to-end logistics operations across warehousing, transport, and distribution.
• Strong logistics governance and KPI-driven execution.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end logistics operations in New Zealand.
• Act as Henkel’s primary on-the-ground logistics representative.
• Drive logistics governance and performance management through KPI tracking.

Skills

Logistics operations management

KPI tracking

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical problem solving

Job description

About this Position

The Logistics Coordinator owns end-to-end logistics operations for Henkel Consumer Brands ANZ in New Zealand, managing everything from inbound receipt and warehousing through to final customer delivery. Acting as the primary on-the-ground logistics representative, the role partners closely with 3PLs, freight providers, and key customers to drive operational excellence, continuous improvement, and strong service, cost, and inventory performance.

What you´ll do

• Own end-to-end logistics operations in New Zealand, covering inbound receipt, warehousing, transport, and final customer delivery.
• Act as Henkel’s primary on-the-ground logistics representative in New Zealand, leading day-to-day execution with 3PLs, carriers, freight forwarders, and co-packers.
• Drive logistics governance and performance management through KPI tracking, operational reviews, site visits, and structured partner engagement.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives across warehousing, transport, and inventory, translating performance insights into measurable improvement actions.
• Own inventory accuracy across Henkel systems and 3PL warehouses, including annual stock takes, discrepancy resolution, and root-cause analysis.
• Serve as the primary logistics escalation point for customers, leading proactive performance discussions and resolving recurring service or delivery issues.
• Manage logistics costs in line with budgets and service targets, including invoice verification, tendering support, and contract optimisation.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with IT, Planning, Customer Service, Sales, Finance, and regional teams to ensure integrated and compliant supply chain execution.

What makes you a good fit

• Minimum 2+ years’ experience in a logistics, supply chain, or operations coordination role
• Proven capability in managing end-to-end logistics operations across warehousing, transport, and distribution
• Strong logistics governance, performance management, and KPI-driven execution
• Demonstrated focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence
• Customer-facing experience with strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
• High level of ownership, autonomy, and analytical problem-solving ability

Some perks of joining Henkel

• Flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid work model, and work from anywhere policy for up to 30 days per year
• Diverse national and international growth opportunities
• Global wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
• Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
• Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares
• Flexible Public Holiday
• Company Products Allocation
• Purchase of Additional Leave

At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, disabilities, and generations.