Logistics Inbound Specialist

Canon EMEA is looking for a Logistics Inbound Specialist who will make sure logistics processes and policies in the EMEA region are correctly followed up. Driving the continuous improvement of logistics towards an effective, efficient and integrated operation between all Business Units across the EMEA region is an essential part of this position. Part of the overall purpose of this role is also being accountable for the balance between logistics cost and service levels within pre-defined business targets. This position is well suited for someone who is looking to be part of business transformation programs linked to logistics, contributing to maximizing revenue on Canon corporate level as well as increasing customer satisfaction.

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Creating and monitoring planning (inbound and Value Added Logistics) in line with business requirements and agreements.
• Accountable for the timely stocking of goods in the warehouses and creation of counter action plans in case of issues.
• Accountable for the timely creation of counter actions in case of issues and responsible for fixing root causes to prevent repetition.
• Preparing and maintaining operational procedures that support business in the best way possible.
• Managing the relationship with 3rd parties in such a way that a sustainable way of working is in place so no disruptions in business are to be expected.
• Closely monitoring and reducing potential claims and complaints of customers and installing clear counteractions to increase customer satisfaction and reduce costs.
• Taking care of implementation of new logistics flows where needed.
• Continuously seeking efficient and cost-effective solutions on how to increase and optimize warehouse space utilization and reduce cost.
• Identifying opportunities to optimize logistics costs and service by analyzing results of weekly and monthly reports.
• Being flexible and able to learn and support end-to-end logistics operational tasks such as outbound operations and projects.

Qualifications

For this role, you will have following experience:

• Minimum Bachelor level (Dutch HBO) or equivalent in a relevant field, preferably logistics, planning, procurement, or APICS.
• At least 3 years of work experience in Supply Chain, Logistics, and/or Inventory management.
• Excellent numerical and analytical skills and proficient knowledge of MS Office.
• Assertive team player with a problem-solving, positive, and collaborative mindset.
• Independent, flexible, multi-task oriented, and adaptable to changing priorities.
• Motivated by curiosity and continuous improvement.
• Proactive, creative, innovative, and resourceful.
• Business communication skills, fluent Business English, both written and spoken.
• Experience with Oracle, WMS, and TMS.

We’re looking for a customer-oriented, delivery-focused team player, a professional who really enjoys creating solutions to problems by planning and organizing effectively and applying high standards of accuracy.

Canon Core Behaviours

• Drive for results
• Focus on the Customer
• Take ownership and accountability
• Act as a team player
• Shows courage and conviction
• People orientated
• Caring for self and others