Targus continues to set the standards of excellence in protection, craftsmanship, and functionality of carrying cases and computer accessories. Targus has 45 offices globally and direct distribution in over 145 countries. This role is for a Fixed Term Contract for 6 - 9 months.
The Logistics Planner is responsible for the co-ordination and execution of inbound & outbound freight & logistics services for the EMEA region as well as tracking and administrative control of Logistics & Operations costs.
Reporting to Logistics & Planning Manager the Logistics Planner serves internal customers such as the Supply Team, Customer Service, Availability to Promise (ATP), Sales and Finance to ensure effective coordination and execution of inbound and outbound shipments by working effectively with Product Suppliers, Freight Forwarders and 3PL partners.
The Logistics Planner must be highly focused and service orientated delivering results through development and adherence to robust processes and cost control
3PL, Freight Forwarders & Operational Suppliers
~ Supply Planning Team
~ Inbound Logistics Activities
Organisation and coordination of the weekly inbound freight with Freight Forwarder & 3PL teams for Branded & OEM warehouses
Align weekly with Planning & ATP on Inbound priorities for Branded stock and OEM stock
Coordinate with freight forwarders and suppliers to ensure accuracy & timeliness of shipping documents
Update and maintain shipment data in Targus’ systems for all inbound shipments.
Manage ad-hoc freight quotations & approval process
Support the Supply Team to resolve bookings/shipment issues with the Freight Forwarder when necessary
Find, present and coordinate alternative Inbound transport solutions when necessary
Providing monthly container forecast per Port of Loading to Freight Forwarder (6 weeks in advance)
Outbound & Other Logistics Activities
Raise claims for all outbound carrier delivery discrepancies, escalating to insurance if necessary
Coordination and execution of product customisation (logo) projects from initial quote to delivery to end user
Prepare and present KPI performance reports for Logistics
Other ad-hoc logistics-related tasks as required
Monitor and report sea freight rates for Inbound and Outbound
Validate freight forwarder, 3PL and other service providers invoices
Monitor and track invoices against Logistics budget and ensure communication of forecasted costs to finance for relevant accruals
Inventory Management Activities
Facilitate stock transfers between warehouses as required
Ensure all inbound stock has been booked onto the ERP system to ensure it is immediately available for order generation
Degree level or equivalent logistics qualification
Minimum 3 years’ experience in a relevant logistics/supply chain role
Intermediate level Excel skills minimum, advanced preferred
Strong knowledge of Sea & Air Freight shipping processes & Freight Forward management
We value diversity in our workplace and believe it is pivotal in our pursuit to enable leaders, dreamers, and doers to be everyday inspired. We encourage anyone with the talent to succeed in our available opportunities to apply.
We have an Agile Working Policy, which will allow you the possibility to choose working hours, respecting core hours.
Agencies - When we require your assistance with our vacancies we will reach out to our PSL supply chain. Please be aware that we operate a very strict PSL policy.