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Role Overview
Fisker Inc. is looking for a passionate Manager, Logistics Planning & Administration, to join our growing European logistics team. This role will be responsible for leading a team that will develop the most cost-effective and efficient finished vehicle logistics (FVL) network, processes, and systems as well as look for opportunities for continuous improvement within the current network as well as managing all supporting functions within the logistics team. This role will work closely with stakeholders to strengthen the network of Fisker’s distribution.
Responsibilities
- Direct responsibility for the design, development, documentation, and maintenance of the international and domestic network planning in Europe
- Explore and enact continuous improvement initiatives across network
- Take a leading role in current and future RFQs, contract and SOW formulation, vendor negotiations, and network design
- Develop and manage Fisker’s damage and claims management process
- Manage daily customs operations of Fisker’s vehicle logistics department and work closely with other customs teams and Fisker’s customs broker
- Direct responsibility for checking and auditing supplier invoices and follow up on payments
- Consult with Purchasing for all FVL bids
- Explore opportunities for emission reductions in transportation services
- Identify, onboard, and manage FVL service provider vendors
- Conduct benchmark initiatives globally and evaluate/implement best practices
- Recommend improvements to existing or planned vehicle logistics processes
- Review impact of logistics changes, such as routing, shipping modes, production volumes or carriers and advise on process and flow optimization
- Prepare reports on logistics performance measures and own logistics-related databases
- Take lead on all network optimization opportunities
- Identify future network needs as Fisker expands into new markets
Basic Qualifications / Knowledge / Experience
- Degree in logistics, supply chain management, or operations; Master’s Degree preferred.
- Multi-cultural interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills in English, preferred language skills in German or other European languages
- Prior experience (5-10 years) of working in logistics/supply chain/ transportation function within the automotive or manufacturing environment with comprehensive knowledge of logistics processes
- Expert proficiency in negotiation tactics
- Deep knowledge of principles for transporting vehicles by rail, road, and sea
- IT systems experience and skills including knowledge and understanding of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and customer data systems
- Experience in damage and claims management
- General understanding about European customs
- Expertise of technical regulations related to logistics such as import/export and customs regulations, including legal requirements is a plus
- Advanced skills of MS Office applications, specifically Excel
- Well organized, strong attention to detail, advanced analytical and critical thinking skills as well as an initiative-taking mindset
- Advanced knowledge of FVL transportation and logistics service providers
- Several years of experience with conducting RFQ and bids
- Proficiency with preparing FVL bid documents such as: SOW, RFQ, and MSA
- Experience with budget management
- Ability to manage multiple high visibility, complex global projects simultaneously
- Comfort working in face-paced environment
- Confident decision-making ability based on known variables
Preferred Attributes/ Competencies
- Drive for Results: Drive for high performance, takes responsibility and works towards planning targets, overcoming obstacles, setbacks, and uncertainty.
- Business Acumen: Contribute to the company strategy and aligns the strategic priorities of own area with the direction and strategic priorities of the broader o