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 in 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 Portfolio.
* Analyze procurement quotations to define, create, and maintain price components for Transportation (Courier, Express Road, Air Ocean, Rail) and Contract Logistics Services.
* Administer and oversee the duration of rate agreements with suppliers.
* Oversee Logistics Service Provider (LSP) invoices, including various document types (pdf invoice, CSV validation), ensuring content alignment (charge codes) and format; re-upload as needed.
* Review invoice discrepancies and lead communication to LSPs for clarification.
* Proactively verify timely receipt of invoices from providers at the start of each month.
* Record and execute settlement of Spot market prices reported via ticket or IT systems.
* Architect and establish comprehensive reporting and dashboards to assess KPIs in collaboration with management, encompassing aspects like invoice delivery and currency performance.
* Facilitate onboarding and training of new LSPs.
* Conduct quantitative ad-hoc analyses, using visual analytics, development of algorithms, and machine learning as needed.
* Create data visualizations and dashboards (primarily using Tableau Software) for both financial and non-financial logistics aspects.
* Collaborate closely with the business teams to understand business challenges and devise data-driven solutions.
What do we expect from you?
* Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Data Analytics, or related fields, coupled with several years of pertinent experience.
* Strong 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 advantage.
* Possess the knowledge of rate structures and day-to-day logistics operations to contextualize freight settlement.
* Experience in crafting master data for rate management within the Logistics Cost Management Tool of business IT partners or familiarity with similar freight settlement tools.
* Proficiency in Excel or similar tools (PowerBI, Tableau, etc.) is desirable.
* Fluency in spoken and written English. One additional language like Polish, German, or Chinese would be an advantage.
* Having 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 business.
* High culture diverse team, enhancing your multi-cultural expertise.
* We 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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