Logistics Specialist

**Life tastes better with ice cream ** With 19.000 expert ice cream colleagues and iconic brands like Wall’s, Cornetto and Ben & Jerry’s, loved in 76 countries, we are the world’s largest Ice Cream company leading the industry.   We create iconic ice cream brands that are part of everyday life, bringing moments of joy to millions of people around the world. Everybody loves ice cream. And as the world’s biggest pure‑play ice cream company, we have the scale and ambition to make a real difference.  What truly sets us apart is how we work.  We move fast and keep things simple. We turn ideas into action, trust people to take ownership, and work as one team to win together with integrity. Our culture is high‑performance, collaborative and focused on getting things done.  We’re curious and ready for what’s next. We embrace digital, use data to make better decisions, and keep learning, including how AI can help us work smarter and serve consumers better.   **The role** The Ocean Freight Analyst is responsible for end-to-end coordination, planning, and execution of ocean and inland freight operations. The role ensures timely and accurate shipment handling, documentation compliance, capacity management, cost monitoring, and communication with carriers, customs brokers, warehouse teams, and cross-functional supply chain stakeholders. The planner plays a critical role in operational efficiency, co-ordination with 3PSP, cost optimization, and service-level delivery to customers and internal teams. **What you'll be responsible for** * **Process Ownership & Implementation** Validate shipment requirements, including SLI accuracy and completeness. Manage quotation requests with Global Procurement and evaluate offers received. Plan, create, and manage orders and shipment movements in UTMS (ocean and inland legs). Check carrier nominations, vessel schedules, and container availability. Manage vessel booking, slot availability, and inland transport arrangements. Execute shipment acceptance, container number updates, and seal registration. Monitor end-to-end shipment flow until final delivery. Receive, verify, and distribute all shipping documents (BOL/SWB, CO, DG docs, VGM, certificates). * **Performance Monitoring & Analysis** Track KPIs, compliance metrics, and risk indicators. Provide data-driven insights and reporting for decision-making. Conduct root cause analysis of process inefficiencies. * **3PSP & Operational Support** Provide guidance to Logistics teams and 3PSPs. Ensure accurate and consistent execution of ocean logistics process. Support issue resolution and escalations with structured analysis. * **Continuous Improvement & Policy Support** Identify gaps, risks, and improvement opportunities. Support policy updates and process enhancements. Drive standardization and best practice adoption. * **Risk Control** Monitor exposure vs. limits and identify early warning signals. Initiate mitigation actions for high service lanes. **We're looking for someone who** * Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Logistics, International Trade, Business, or related field. * 10 years of experience in ocean freight, forwarding, or global logistics operations. * Experience working with carriers, customs brokers, procurement, and warehouse partners. * Proficiency in MS Excel and logistics digital tools. * Fluency in English; additional languages are an advantage. * Strong knowledge of ocean freight operations, shipping documentation, and customs processes. * Proficiency in logistics systems such as UTMS, NeoNav, DCIW, or similar TMS platforms. * Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills. * Strong analytical abilities with attention to detail in cost and documentation verification * Ability to problem-solve under pressure and manage disruptions effectively. * High organizational, time-management, and multitasking capabilities. **What you'll get** Alongside meaningful work and strong development, we offer a reward package that typically includes * Market-competitive pay and performance related rewards * Flexible ways of working * Support for health, wellbeing and life outside of work * Time off to rest and recharge * Ongoing learning and development opportunities #TMICC **Why join us? ** This is a place for people who are passionate about ice cream and are growth obsessed - both for the business and for themselves. People who act like an owner and drive our business end-to-end. People who are driven by success to deliver more than we ever thought we could!  You’ll thrive here if you value an inclusive culture, with low ego and hierarchy - and if you’re excited to continuously learn and challenge how we work, using digital, data, and new thinking to push us forward. \- Roles with real accountability and visible impact \- Free to move fast, experiment and challenge how things are done \- Continuous learning and development as the business grows \- Reward linked to performance and contribution. Your career here is shaped by what you deliver, as you work across functions and markets and grow with the business. **Ready to build the future of Ice Cream?** If this sounds like the place where you'd thrive, we'd love to hear from you. Apply online and share your CV. We'll review your application and be in touch with the next steps. If you are an individual with a disability and require assistance at any time during our recruitment process, please let your Talent Acquisition Partner know. **Additional information** The Magnum Ice Cream Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can do their best work regardless of age, disability, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic.