Logistics Manager
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This role involves heading up logistics organization in the Large Motors and Generators Division in Helsinki, Pitäjänmäki, implementing effective Local Division’s strategy in the areas of Transportation and Logistics to meet current and future business requirements. You will drive excellence in the execution of logistics services including warehouse management to enable efficient and seamless operation of the value chain in the local division. Benefits we offer at the moment include e.g. an annual performance bonus, a flexible working model, subsidized lunch, development & training, employee share ownership program, benefits for families with children, sports, massage and cultural benefits and many hobby clubs.
This position reports to
Plant Manager, Induction Machines
Your responsibilities
- Ensuring a safe workplace and that all local operations are performed to the respective quality standards and in full compliance with legal and regulatory requirements
- Driving implementation and execution of business strategy in the areas of Transportation & Logistics and owning of entire logistics chain including warehouse management
- Heading the planning and tracking of logistics activities, cost, budgets, and savings forecasts
- Creating and achieving the overall logistics Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Monitoring internal and supplier performance, quality and development actions while resolving issues related to costs, quality, and delivery
- Setting up and managing integration and development of transportation and logistics suppliers/partners
- Acting as Local Division’s Trade and Customs Compliance Officer
- Ensuring that the logistics function is properly organized, staffed, skilled and directed while guiding, motivating, and developing less experienced colleagues
Your background
- Several years of experience in logistics or manufacturing environment and preferably in project-based business environment
- Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to manage change with a collaborative, solution-focused approach even in challenging and changing circumstances
- Self-starter with excellent organizational skills and a results-oriented approach
- Solid understanding of best-in-class industry transport and logistics practices
- Knowledge of SAP with advanced skills in Excel and PowerBI
- A Master´s or Bachelor’s degree in logistics or related field
- Fluent written and spoken Finnish and English skills
More about us
The Large Motors and Generators Division offers a comprehensive product portfolio of large AC motors and generators. From general purpose to highly customized designs, synchronous motors and high voltage induction motors provide high efficiency, reliability and availability across all major industries and applications, including some in the toughest and most demanding environments. The division also has a long track record of designing and building generators for wide range of industries, including power generation, marine, oil and gas, mining, and data centers. In Finland, ABB has about 5000 employees, making it one of the biggest industrial employers in the country. ABB Finland serves its customers in over 20 locations and has production sites in Helsinki, Vaasa, Porvoo and Hamina. As a global company, we’re also able to offer international job opportunities. For more information contact Plant Manager, Induction Machines Mauri Heinämäki, tel. +358 50 3322 305. Interested in joining the crew? Please apply for the position by August 13, 2023. We look forward to receiving your application (documents submitted in English are appreciated). If you want to discover more about ABB, take another look at our website www.abb.com. Work model: hybrid #LI-hybrid
