Central Logistics Inventory and Cost Specialist at Flora Food Group

Katowice, Silesian Voivodeship, Poland -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

26 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Inventory Management, Cost Control, Analytical Skills, Process Optimization, SAP, Excel, Logistics, Supply Chain, Communication, Problem Solving, Continuous Improvement, KPI Reporting, Data Analysis, 3PL Management, Root Cause Analysis, Budget Management

Industry

Manufacturing

Description

About Flora Food Group We offer consumers a compelling choice in four growing categories: butters and spreads, creams, liquids and cheeses. We hold leadership positions in many of the 100 countries we operate in, with iconic brands including Flora, Becel+ProActiv, Blue Band, Country Crock, I Can’t Believe It’s Not Butter, Rama, and Violife, together with our local brands and Professional business. Global branded food champion Flora Food Group, offers the next generation of delicious, natural, nutritious food. Our products are more affordable and more sustainable than their dairy equivalents. Location: Katowice, Poland Hybrid About the position We are looking for a Central Logistics Inventory and Cost Specialist based in our Katowice HUB. This role will ensure timely and accurate inventory bookings in compliance with internal controls, validate 3PL charges, and support the timely and accurate payment of related costs. Within the given scope, the role will also focus on optimizing and standardizing processes across all DCs in the region, while supporting European KPI reporting. Inventory House Keeping (70%): Resolve timely any failed interface idocs and assure that WMS inventory is mirrored to our SAP inventory level on daily level. Prepare Pareto analysis on failed idocs and root cause analysis. Indicate to Logistics IT and Market Logistic Specialists any structural improvements needed in the interface set-up or in the operational ways of working, aiming to reduce the % of idocs failing. Monitor and act on the event of deficit or surplus on primary transport, aiming to have these resolved in less than 2 weeks. Run the open delivery report on weekly base and fup with CS and 3PL to have those settled. Aim is to have zero unjustifiable open delivery by month end. 3PL Cost control and timely payment (25%): Raise ARIBA POs based on budget, proceed with relevant Goods Receipts and assure that all invoices get processed and timely paid. Validate charges prior to ARIBA goods receipt. Validation includes Fuel surcharge mechanism as well as energy mechanism. Provide month to date cost estimates. Report any Value Added Services charged by 3PL. European Central KPI reporting (5%): Monthly update the central KPI reports and collect feedback from Market Logistics Specialist. So what does it take to be successful in this role? You have a university degree in Science, Engineering, or Economics, ideally supported by logistics or supply chain experience gained through internships or professional roles. You bring an analytical mindset and demonstrate ambition, proactivity, a solution-oriented approach, and a strong focus on continuous improvement. You are fluent in English, with any additional language beyond Polish and English considered a plus. You have strong Excel skills, while experience with SAP and Interface is an advantage. What’s Next? If this position sounds interesting, please hit the apply button now! The deadline to apply is January 13th. We understand your resume might not be up to date and recommend that you apply with what you have or your LinkedIn Profile. Flora Food Group is dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workplace, we understand that you might not meet all the requirements stated in the description, but we encourage you to apply anyway. You might be the right candidate for this role or other roles. Flora Food Group is an employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and equal opportunities for all. We recruit based only on values, qualifications, performance, skills, behaviours, experience, and knowledge. We ensure job advertisements are free from unintentional bias. No personal characteristics should be a barrier to joining Flora Food Group. We prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or other personal characteristics.

Responsibilities

The Central Logistics Inventory and Cost Specialist will ensure timely and accurate inventory bookings and validate 3PL charges. The role also focuses on optimizing processes across distribution centers and supporting European KPI reporting.