Global Logistics Specialist, PCV

Global Logistics Specialist

KREBS Pumps, Cyclones, and Valves (PCV)

We are looking for a highly motivated Global Logistics Specialist for the PCV Business Line of FLS. In collaboration with the Strategic Sourcing Manager and Global Product Line Managers, this role will be at the forefront of managing our global logistics service provider (LSP) network, driving PCV order intake, enhancing profitability, and significantly reducing lead times for our customers through innovative supply chain initiatives. Key responsibilities include cultivating a strong relationship with the global LSPs, ensuring seamless collaboration and alignment with our strategic goals. Working together with the regional order execution teams to streamline processes and improve efficiency. Overseeing global supplier dispatch scheduling, implementing strategies that lead to shorter lead times and optimized logistics spend.

About the department

The Global Logistics Specialist is a key role within the Global Product Line Management (GPLM) department for some of the highest revenue earning product lines (KREBS centrifugal slurry pumps, hydrocyclones, and knife gate valves) within FLSmidth. The department leads all strategy and technical support for these three products. GPLM responsibilities include strategic sourcing, pricing, margin strategy, driving product developments including guidance and rollout, product technical expertise, general marketing support, and much more.

We know you have a life outside of work which is why we offer a range of benefits that allow you to plan your life accordingly. We therefore endeavor to promote a lifestyle that meets your individual needs while also enabling you to be fully engaged at work.

Essential Job Functions

• Primary point of contact for Logistics Service Providers (LSP) within the PCV business line, ensuring communication and collaboration.

• Proactively oversee mapping for all major PCV trade routes to assess our current carrier setup & explore opportunities for improved lead times.

• Oversee global supplier dispatch scheduling, monitoring reports on dispatch deadlines and coordinating with regional order execution teams to ensure timely deliveries.

• Collaborate with LSPs, global suppliers, and local order execution teams to forecast shipping schedules, aiming to minimize transit times.

• Assist in managing key LSPs and actively participate in the annual quoting process, striving to secure the lowest possible costs for each shipping route.

• Spearhead the development of an Integrated Logistics System (ILS) platform to enhance operational efficiency.

• Work alongside trade compliance teams to effectively manage tariffs and establish a global platform for logging HS codes by legal entity.

Requirements

• Minimum 2-years of experience working w/ high aftermarket volume products such as in mining

• Proven networking, stakeholder management, and communication skills

• Proactive, self-driven work ethic and the ambition to take full ownership of responsibilities.

• Ability to drive solutions and eliminate inefficient processes.

• Desire to continuously learn and develop new and existing skills.

• Passion for collaboration, innovation and taking on challenges in a dynamic environment

• Competitive individual determined to exceed targets assigned to them

• Ability to travel to supplier sites, as required

• English: Advanced

What we offer
We offer a fun and competitive work environment as a part of our Global Product Management group. Our higher performing team is collaborative, agile, and innovative in our quest to increase the growth and profitability of our product lines!  

FLSmidth is the leading supplier of engineering, equipment and service solutions to customers in the mining and cement industries – for more information please visit FLSmidth.com/careers

EEO statement

FLSmidth embraces diversity and equal opportunity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.

FLSmidth is an equal opportunity employer and strictly prohibits unlawful discrimination based upon an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin/ancestry, age, mental/physical disability, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Application and contact

Questions about the position may be directed to Nicole Bessett Nicole.Bessett@FLSmidth.com. Please apply by clicking “apply” on this page. Kindly note that we will be reviewing applications and conducting interviews on an ongoing basis so please apply as soon as possible.

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