Specialist, Distribution Operations

About Fisker Inc.

California-based Fisker Inc. is revolutionizing the automotive industry by developing the most emotionally desirable and eco-friendly electric vehicles on Earth. Passionately driven by a vision of a clean future for all, the company is on a mission to become the No. 1 e-mobility service provider with the world’s most sustainable vehicles. To learn more, visit www.FiskerInc.com – and enjoy exclusive content across Fisker’s social media channels: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and LinkedIn. Download the revolutionary new Fisker mobile app from the App Store or Google Play store.

Role Overview

Fisker Automotive is looking for a passionate Specialist, Distribution Operations, to join our growing team based in Munich, Germany. You will be responsible for facilitating vehicle flows from the factory to delivery points across Europe. This role will work closely with stakeholders in vehicle logistics to strengthen the network of Fisker’s distribution.

Responsibilities

  • Plan, manage and evaluate logistics operations liaising with internal and external stakeholders, suppliers, logistics providers, transportation companies and customers

  • Manage vehicle flows from the factory to delivery points across Europe

  • Work closely together with our Logistics Service Providers in Europe

  • Deliver solutions to logistics problems while maintaining high levels of quality and services within budget

  • Monitor quality, quantity, delivery times, and transportation costs

  • Interpret data on logistics elements such as availability, reliability, supply chain management and provider’s information

  • Recommend optimal transport modes, routes, and frequency

  • 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 & flow optimization

  • Prepare reports on logistics performance measures & own logistics-related databases

  • Assist with Special Moves Administration

Basic Qualifications / Knowledge / Experience

  • Degree in Economics or Engineering with a focus on Logistics, Supply Chain Management or Sustainability; or an apprenticeship (Ausbildung) in the logistics sector (e.g. Kaufmann/Kauffrau für Spedition und Logistikdienstleistungen)

  • Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills in German and English, other European languages are a plus

  • Prior experience (1-4 years) of working in logistics/supply chain/ transportation function within the automotive or manufacturing environment with comprehensive knowledge of logistics processes

  • Knowledge of principles for moving vehicles by rail, road and sea

  • IT systems experience and skills including knowledge and understanding of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and customer data systems

  • Knowledge of technical regulations related to logistics such as import/export and customs regulations, including legal requirements is a plus

  • Advanced Excel skills along with good utilization of MS Offices

  • Well organized, strong attention to detail, advanced analytical and problem-solving skills as well as a proactive mindset

Preferred Skills / Experience / Competences

  • 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 organization.

  • Customer Centricity: Anticipates evolving customer needs and how to address them, doing the right thing in the right way

  • Decision Making: Makes timely, informed decisions that consider the facts, goals, constraints, and risks.

  • Analytical Thinking: Gather relevant information, identify key issues, compare data from different sources; draw appropriate conclusions to arrive at appropriate solutions.

  • Teamwork & Collaboration: Facilitates Collaboration, actively engaging and to make joint decision and share best practices.

  • Displays Global Perspective: Conveys an understanding of the organization's global market position, opportunities, capabilities, and competitive threats and takes cultural issues and geographic differences into account when making plans and decisions.

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