At Endress+Hauser, progress happens by working together. As the global leader in measurement instrumentation, our ~17.000 employees shape the future in the field of process automation. Whether developing and realizing new technology as a team, collaborating to build instrumentation, or strengthening vital relationships with countless global industries, we work to create trusted relationships that help everyone thrive. As a family-owned company, we look beyond short-term moves and work to create a vision that is forward-thinking for our people, our clients, and the world at large.
 

What is the role about?
As a Freight Settlement Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in our Global Logistics Center (G-LOC) by supporting our logistics cost controller department. You will play an essential role for establishing and nurturing this department, all while contributing significantly to the broader G-LOC team’s success.

 

Which tasks will you perform?

Establish and refine standard processes and SOPs for rate structure systems in our Global Logistics PortfolioAnalyze procurement quotations to define, create, and maintain price components for Transportation (Courier, Express Road, Air Ocean, Rail) and Contract Logistics ServicesAdminister and oversee duration of rate agreements with suppliersOversee Logistics Service Provider (LSP) invoices, including various document types (pdf invoice, CSV validation), ensuring content alignment (charge codes) and format, re-upload as neededReview invoice discrepancies and lead communication to LSPs for clarificationProactively verify timely receipt of invoices from providers at the start of each monthRecord and execute settlement of Spot market prices reported via ticket or IT systemsArchitect and establish comprehensive reporting and dashboards to assess KPIs in collaboration with management, encompassing aspects like invoices delivery and currency performanceFacilitate onboarding and training of new LSPsConduct quantitative ad-hoc analyses, using visual analytics, development of algorithms and machine learning as neededCreate data visualizations and dashboards (primarily using Tableau Software) for both financial and non-financial logistics aspectsCollaborate closely with the business teams to understand business challenges and devise data-driven solutionsOperate primarily within the cost control team while maintaining active engagement with the larger G-LOC team of 25

 

What do we expect from you?

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Data Analytics, or related fields, coupled with several years of pertinent experienceStrong experience in finance for freight forwarding coupled with a strong affinity for data analytics. A secondary education with logistics and freight costs focus would be an advantagePossess the knowledge of rate structures and day-to-day logistics operations to contextualize freight settlementExperience in crafting master data for rate management within the Logistics Cost Management Tool of business IT partners or familiarity with similar freight settlement toolsProficiency in Excel or similar tools (PowerBI, Tableau, etc.) are desirableFluency in spoken and written English. One additional language like Polish, German, Chinese would be an advantageHaving a driver’s license would be a huge plus
 

What can you expect from us?

We offer you a start-up character and at the same time the security of an internationally active, successful family businessHigh culture diverse team, enhancing your multi-cultural expertiseWe attach great importance to the personal and professional development of our employees, such as trainings and continuing education in Logistics, Digitalization and Continuous Improvement

 

How do you apply? 
To apply, please upload your documents on our career page. Due to Data Privacy Considerations, we cannot accept applications sent via email

 

 

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