Senior Logistics Specialist

Position Snapshot
Location: Avenches, Switzerland
Company: Nespresso International
Act. Rate: Full-Time 100%
Type of contract: Permanent Contract

What we offer at Nespresso
Flexible work policies in terms of core hours. Please talk to us during the recruitment process about what flexibility could look like for you!
Genuine opportunities for career and personal development
Modern “smart office” locations providing agile & collaborative workspaces
Dynamic international working environment
Attractive additional benefits
The pride to work for a B Corp certified company and one of the world’s most trusted brands

Position Summary

At Nespresso, we believe that we can elevate the world of coffee to drive a positive impact and be a force for good which shapes lives and landscapes for the better. We place people at the heart of our success – all 14,000 of them. We actively cultivate diversity, inclusion and belonging in the workplace. We celebrate individuality, believing that your authenticity and uniqueness can help us to grow together. Quality and sustainability are core to who we are and critical to our vision of driving positive change. We’re committed to delivering an exceptional coffee experience that elevates our community, suppliers, farmers, and each other.

To achieve this, we live by four behaviours. We Inspire, we Care, we Act, and we innovate. Each one of these reflects who we are and how we interact with one another and with the world around us. We live a culture that is built on the principle belief that individually and collectively we can. What about you? Want to be part of this exciting journey? Join the Nespresso team! And reimagine what coffee can be. Reimagine what you can become. Together we grow as individuals and teams. And as an organization.
Apply online at http://www.nespresso.com/careers

As a “Senior Logistics Specialist”, you will ensure outstanding logistics operations at minimum cost, by closely and effectively managing the relationship with suppliers and 3PL. You will also oversee and manage supply chain projects focused on optimizing the flow of coffee and related finished products from sourcing to delivery. You will work closely with various teams to ensure projects align with business goals, improve operational efficiency, and enhance customer satisfaction.

A Day in the Life of a Senior Logistics Specialist

• Ensure short and mid-term strategy and capacity management.
• Oversee the creation and execution of project plans, coordinating with internal and external teams to ensure alignment with strategic objectives.
• Analyze and optimize supply chain processes, identifying and implementing improvements for efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Foster collaborative relationships with suppliers, logistics partners, and internal stakeholders to maintain a smooth and responsive supply chain.
• Evaluate and mitigate risks associated with supply chain projects to ensure uninterrupted flow of goods and services.
• Implement sustainability and ethical sourcing practices within the supply chain for coffee and finished products.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and company policies throughout the supply chain project lifecycle.
• Cultivate a culture of continuous improvement within the supply chain team, encouraging innovation and knowledge sharing.
• Ensure Budget control by following up with F&C and monthly floating stock valuation.

What will make you successful

• At least 5+ years of relevant and successful operational experience at market/business level in one or more of the following:
  • Warehouse and Transportation Management.
  • Knowledge of raw materials in the supply chain.
  • Supply Chain Project management.
• Relevant experience in international logistics with end-to-end logistics projects including different stakeholders.
• Experience in the management of projects such as distribution network redesign, high performance logistics, customer logistics.
• Experience with reporting tools, dashboarding using tools such as Power BI.
• University degree (or equivalent) in supply chain, logistics.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Passionate, team and service oriented and proactive cooperation.
• Results and details focus, Autonomous and well organized.
• Fluent in English, French or other languages a plus.

At Nespresso, we’ve built a culture of care and inclusion, making sure everyone can be their bold selves, while growing with the company. We innovate, dare to try, learn and scale up in a fast paced, digital and connected environment. With a diverse workforce made up of over 90 nationalities across 58 countries, you can be a part of an innovative culture, where supportive people help each other. One where anyone is encouraged to challenge the status quo and have an impact on the future for one of the biggest sustainable companies. Whatever your role, you’ll find you can drive real change and spread your enthusiasm. Join the place where you can thrive, you feel, you belong, you are inspired to be and do your best.