**The Role** Logistics Specialist EMEA **POSITION SUMMARY** Responsible for analyzing and interpreting data and providing logistics information to aid cost effective, efficient, timely and high-quality logistics solutions. Often works closely with customer service and other stakeholders in the organization. **ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES** Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: Logistics cost management. Development and management of logistics suppliers. Assist all departments in all necessary processes as required: customer’s service level, cubage, request for quotes, lead time information, etc. Management of freight forwarders, including all types of transportation and cross-trade cargo management. Monitoring priorities along with Customer Service and Sales, providing visibility of departures, delays and arrivals. Coordination of EXW cargo collections: internal coordination of product collection, verification of availability of shipping space to avoid work overload, maintaining a constant and orderly flow to reduce errors, generation of all the necessary documentation by clients for the issuance of the loads. Preparation and review of transport documents: delivery notes, CMR, create documents for import and export, and work with Customer Service with the approval of the customer. Creating Intercompany Purchasing Orders in all systems. Reporting: service level (OTIF, past due order, etc) Intrastat reporting, etc. Complaint processing and handling. Continuous improvement: Lead time reduction, reduction of logistics costs, automation of daily processes in Excel and the ERP, perform root cause analysis, etc. Customs and Energy Tax Representative (Management and maintenance of Customs Authorizations for Vantage Leuna GmbH in cooperation with the service provider; updating and maintenance of related documentation; taking care of customs inspections by the authorities; internal contact for customs related topics) Back up for the planning department at the same location and for Logistic Specialist in the region. Note: The duties listed above are not all inclusive and may be subject to periodic updating or revision. **The Ideal Candidate** **Desired Background** + Professional training in logistics, international commerce or comparable qualifications. + 3 - 5 years of professional work experience in logistics. + High level of English (C1 preferable) + Proficient in Microsoft Excel. + Previous experience with SAP/SAGE/D365 (desirable) + Proactive, agile and willing to learn. + Flexibility and enthusiasm for interdisciplinary and intercultural teamwork (desirable) + Strong organizational skills and good time management + Excellent communication and interpersonal skills + Attention to detail and accuracy when processing orders + Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively **Equal Employment Opportunity** Vantage is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected category. **About Vantage** Vantage provides natural solutions to our customers’ technical performance and marketing needs through a unique combination of chemistry, application expertise and service. Underpinned by our broad portfolio of formulations, ingredients and actives that are built on a backbone of sustainable oils, fats and their derivatives, Vantage targets selected markets and applications including personal care, food, surface treatment, agriculture, pharma, and consumer and industrial performance. Vantage is headquartered in Deerfield, IL., operates in 11 countries worldwide and employs more than 1,000 talented professionals focused on delivering exceptional customer experiences with every interaction. We are a dynamic people-centered organization where you’ll be part of a collaborative global team. Embracing our cultural diversity, we learn from each other to constantly improve, adapt and iterate. We value the voices and talents of our colleagues, empowering them to drive their unique ideas to completion. We’re convinced that exceptionally motivated employees produce outstanding results and we celebrate them by fostering a culture of recognition, development, learning, excellence and shared achievement. Most importantly, we know you’re going to like it here. For more information visit: vantagegrp.com or LinkedIn/vantage. Vantage is a leading supplier of naturally derived specialty ingredients and formulations that cater to the evolving needs of industrial and consumer markets. Through our chemistries, our customer focus and our global footprint, we are Enabling Tomorrow's Solutions Today. As a company on the move, you’ll be working as part of a collaborative team and getting to know the cultural diversity of our world. We learn from each other to constantly improve, adapt and iterate. We value the voice and talent of our colleagues by empowering them to drive their unique ideas to completion. We’re convinced that exceptionally motivated employees produce outstanding results. Most importantly, we know you’re going to like it here.