Logistics Specialist

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Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, Shanghai, CHN
In-Office
Mid level
Industrial
The Role
Arrange domestic and international shipments, coordinate suppliers and logistics partners, maintain shipping documentation, resolve transportation exceptions, monitor performance, analyze freight costs, and recommend process improvements. The role supports freight budget management, international trade and customs compliance, export control, and supply chain development while improving delivery reliability and efficiency.
Summary Generated by Built In

Every day, we get opportunities to make a positive impact – on our colleagues, partners, customers and society. Together, we’re pioneering the solutions of the future and unlocking the full potential of precious resources. Trusted to act on initiative, we challenge conventional thinking to develop world-leading technologies that inspire progress in vital areas, including energy, food, water and shipping.
As we push forward, the innovative, open spirit that fuels our 140-year-old start-up culture and rapid growth also drives our personal growth. So, as we shape a more resourceful, less wasteful world, we build our careers too.

About the job:

  • Arrange domestic and international shipments based on project delivery requirements.

  • Coordinate with suppliers, freight forwarders, customs brokers, warehouses, and MWSto ensure timely material delivery.

  • Prepare, review, and maintain shipping documents, including packing lists, commercial invoices, delivery notes, and other logistics-related documentation.

  • Handle logistics exceptions, including shipment delays, missing documents, damaged goods, urgent shipments, and transportation disruptions.

  • Monitor logistics performance and identify opportunities to improve delivery reliability, transportation efficiency, and customer service.

  • Analyze freight costs and logistics data to identify cost-saving opportunities and support freight budget management.

  • Develop logistics performance reports and provide data-driven recommendations to support management decision-making.

  • Continuously identify opportunities to simplify logistics processes, eliminate waste, and improve overall supply chain performance.

  • Build knowledge of international trade, customs regulations, and logistics trends to support export control and the organization’s long-term supply chain development.

What you know:

Competencies/ profile能力要求:

  • Good communication and coordination skill.

  • Strong self-learning ability.

  • Problem solving treat problems as opportunities, willing to learn problem solving tools and practice in daily work.

  • Able to overcome difficulties and heavy working pressure.

  • Power BI is a plus.

  • Coordinate with others: Do proactive communication, build good relationship with other colleagues.

Qualification(Education/Certification/Working experience)资格(教育/认证/工作经验):

  • College diploma or above in Logistics Management, Trading, Supply Chain, or a related field.

  • Minimum 3 years of experience in logistics, transportation, shipping or supply chain operations, preferably in a manufacturing or international business environment.

  • Experience in logistics cost analysis, freight optimization, consolidation, carrier management, or process improvement is highly preferred. 

We care about diversity, inclusion and equity in our recruitment processes. We also believe behavioral traits can provide important insights into a candidate's fit to a role. To help us achieve this we apply Pymetrics assessments, and upon application you will be invited to play the assessment games.

Skills Required

  • College diploma or higher in Logistics Management, Trading, Supply Chain, or a related field
  • At least 3 years of experience in logistics, transportation, shipping, or supply chain operations
  • Experience in a manufacturing or international business environment
  • Experience in logistics cost analysis, freight optimization, consolidation, carrier management, or process improvement
  • Strong communication and coordination skills
  • Problem-solving skills and willingness to learn problem-solving tools
  • Ability to manage difficulties and work under pressure
  • Power BI experience

Alfa Laval Compensation & Benefits Highlights

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  • Retirement Support 401(k) support is described as generous in U.S. postings, and the retirement plan is a notable strength alongside core coverage.
  • Healthcare Strength Medical, dental, and vision coverage are core parts of the package, and health insurance is often described positively in U.S. materials.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth PTO and paid holidays are standard, with options like purchasing additional PTO expanding flexibility for some roles.

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The Company
HQ: Lund
13,646 Employees
Year Founded: 1883

What We Do

Pioneering positive impact! Our pioneering 140-year-old start-up culture is built on the idea that partnership is the key to solving complex problems and unlocking the full potential of resources. So we collaborate closely with our partners, customers, and thought leaders to create game-changing solutions that challenge conventional thinking on quality, efficiency, and innovation. United by a shared commitment to creating positive impact we’re reshaping vital industries, like energy, food, water, and shipping, to optimize efficiency, reduce emissions, and increase yields. Together, we’re building business success, elevating the quality of life across society, and driving progress towards a more sustainable world. Alfa Laval is a leading global provider of first-rate heat transfer, separation, fluid handling products separation, and fluid handling products. With these as its base, Alfa Laval aims to help enhance the productivity and competitiveness of its customers in various industries throughout the world. We define their challenges and deliver sustainable products and solutions that meet their requirements – in energy, the environment, food, and the marine industry. Alfa Laval today has customers in some 100 countries, employs more than 21,300 people, and annual sales were SEK 63.6 billion (5.5 BEUR) in 2023. The company is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm. Alfa Laval contributes to 15 of the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals. Our solutions make a difference in daily life. You can learn more on our website about how our products work, and how they are used in industries worldwide. We welcome your engagement, comments and questions - our guidelines and moderation policy for Alfa Laval channels on social media can be found here: https://www.alfalaval.com/legal/community-guidelines/ Personal data will be handled in accordance with the Alfa Laval Privacy Policy. https://www.alfalaval.com/privacy

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