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We are currently looking for a Logistics&Transport Specialist (f/m/d)
The Logistics&Transport Specialist is responsible for coordinating logistics activities related to direct acquisitions, direct deliveries and local transport operations. The role ensures production continuity by securing timely, accurate and compliant movement of materials and electronic components across the supply chain.
Key skills & qualifications:
The Logistics&Transport Specialist is responsible for coordinating logistics activities related to direct acquisitions, direct deliveries and local transport operations. The role ensures production continuity by securing timely, accurate and compliant movement of materials and electronic components across the supply chain.
Key skills & qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Engineering or a related field.
- 1-3 years of experience in logistics/transportation, ideally within electronics manufacturing.
- Knowledge of transport regulations and documentation standards.
- Proficient in English, written and spoken.
- Experience in SAP systems, visual management and continuous improvement practices.
- Continuous improvement orientation (Lean/Kaizen exposure is an advantage).
- Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical capabilities.
- Strong ownership and ability to work independently.
- Effective communication and cross‑functional collaboration.
- Problem‑solving and decision‑making under time pressure.Prioritization and time management in a dynamic environment
Job Description
Your main responsibilities:
- Plan and monitor transportation for inbound and outbound.
- Manage delivery documentation (POs, delivery notes, CMR, customs documents).
- Optimize routes and transport capacity to support production and customer requirements in a best cost & time & quality manner.
- Coordinate with transport partners for planned and urgent deliveries.
- Collaborate with suppliers and internal departments (Planning, Production, Quality, Warehouse).
- Monitor supplier and support improvement actions.
- Manage issues related to delays, damages or non‑conformities.
- Track logistics KPIs: transport cost, delivery performance, lead times, claims etc.
- Provide accurate transport updates to production planning.
- Identify opportunities for efficiency, cost optimization and process improvement.
- Ensure compliance with ESD handling regulations and packaging requirements for electronic components.
- Maintain audit‑ready documentation (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 13485).
- Manage logistics claims and ERP/SAP system updates.
- A challenging role in a successful and highly dynamic international electronics company.
- Opportunities for growth: continuous learning and development are our priority.
- Collaboration with an international team dedicated to customer success and operational excellence.
- A corporate culture guided by strong values: integrity, courage and responsibility.
- Join us and lead a dynamic production organization where innovation, collaboration and operational excellence drive success.
Company Description
Variosystems AG, headquartered in Steinach, Switzerland, is a globally operating service partner for electronic solutions. Founded in 1993, the company employs around 2,800 people across locations in Switzerland, Germany, the USA, Sri Lanka, Singapore, China, Croatia, Romania, and Mexico. Variosystems covers the entire value chain of electronic solutions—from development and sourcing to industrialization, series production, and life-cycle management. The technology company's solutions are used in industries such as aerospace and medical technology, as well as in industrial applications and high-end consumer electronics.
