Transportation Coordinator

Beiersdorf • Stamford, CT

22h • Hybrid

About The Position

We care for skin. We care for our people. It all started with a pharmacist and a dream almost 140 years ago. Today, Beiersdorf is a global company with iconic brands — Coppertone, Aquaphor, Eucerin and NIVEA — focused on providing innovative, clinically-proven and safe skin and sun care solutions to more than 500 million consumers in over 200 countries — making people feel comfortable in their own skin. At Beiersdorf, we care beyond skin. We care for people — our employees, our customers, our consumers and our communities — and our planet. We know that diversity of thought, backgrounds, experience and perspective enriches our culture and supports innovation and ingenuity. We know that responsibly-sourced, sustainable products and packaging make for a more sustainable future. And we know that when your skin feels better, you feel better. A welcoming workplace that offers personal and professional growth for all individuals. At Beiersdorf, you’ll find: A welcoming workplace that values diversity, inclusion and belonging where every team member feels valued, respected, and supported Flexible teams that enjoy a challenge and the ability to make an impact A dynamic community of life-long learners that values individual skills, and a growth mindset as well as hard skills and established expertise A purpose-led company that prioritizes your personal and professional development with the right balance of structure and flexibility to grow A culture that lives by its core values of care, trust, simplicity, and courage Unique benefits that consider the whole person. We understand that you have a life outside of work, and we support you with unique benefits including: Generous and flexible PTO policy Paid Parental Leave Comprehensive Wellness and Benefits program Cash Balance Plan (similar to a pension) 401k match Established Employee Resource Groups/affinity groups help to grow important connections and belonging with other colleagues Dynamic work model – hybrid (at least 3 days on-site) Experience, skills and competencies that lend themselves to this role: We know that experience comes in all forms. We are looking for individuals who bring new and diverse skills to the team. Your Tasks Qualifications: 3+ years in international logistics or supply chain; multiple modes of transportation analytical, self-driven, and data-oriented, capable of managing multiple priorities while proactively following assigned tasks and delivering on commitments Import/export procedures and local transport regulations (incl. creating necessary docs e.g. commercial) FDA, U.S. Fish and Wildlife service and customs holds; CTPAT and CUSMA On-call support for urgent delivery issues outside of std working hours (e.g weekends) Spanish not required but preferred Your Profile Role Purpose: Ensure efficient, timely, and compliant movement of goods across the transportation network. Optimize transportation costs while improving service quality. Provide cross-functional analytical support for supply chain, finance, and customer service. Generate and maintain logistics metrics, reports, and support supply chain projects to create value. Maintain effective communication and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. Demonstrate ability to quickly adapt, balance multiple responsibilities, and maintain process flows Transportation Network & Customs Coordination Coordinate the Beiersdorf transportation network to ensure seamless supply to and from the North America region, by planning, coordinating, troubleshooting, and monitoring shipments (domestic, import, export) to meet customer and business requirements Coordinate transportation and customs services: inbound/outbound freight management, strategic transportation analysis, compliance, claims, freight and customs payments, FBA operations, import/export services (including FDA holds monitoring), and handling deviations. Ensure all transportation and customs documents and data are accurate and submitted on time to enable seamless transportation operations (especially at boarders). Leveraging trade programs (e.g. CUSMA, CTPAT) Support the annual transportation tender process for imports across road, rail, sea, and air freight Stakeholder & Carrier Coordination Maintain relationships with carriers and other Beiersdorf regions/countries to ensure optimal service. Address tactical issues on an exception basis and coordinate monthly KPI meetings with internal and external stakeholders. Represent the Transportation Department (with or in lieu of the Manager) in cross-functional projects as needed. Reporting & Compliance Develop, maintain, and report on transportation metrics, KPIs, costs, and carrier scorecards, including On-Time Delivery and Cost Improvement Programs. Collect and analyze transportation and customs data to identify trends, opportunities, and actionable insights. Maintain workflows to ensure Beiersdorf Inc certifications (CTPAT and CUSMA) remain active and compliant. Responsible for monthly global reporting with the North American team (e.g., RCM, CO₂)

Requirements

• 3+ years in international logistics or supply chain; multiple modes of transportation
• analytical, self-driven, and data-oriented, capable of managing multiple priorities while proactively following assigned tasks and delivering on commitments
• Import/export procedures and local transport regulations (incl. creating necessary docs e.g. commercial)
• FDA, U.S. Fish and Wildlife service and customs holds; CTPAT and CUSMA
• On-call support for urgent delivery issues outside of std working hours (e.g weekends)

Nice To Haves

• Spanish not required but preferred

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the Beiersdorf transportation network to ensure seamless supply to and from the North America region, by planning, coordinating, troubleshooting, and monitoring shipments (domestic, import, export) to meet customer and business requirements
• Coordinate transportation and customs services: inbound/outbound freight management, strategic transportation analysis, compliance, claims, freight and customs payments, FBA operations, import/export services (including FDA holds monitoring), and handling deviations.
• Ensure all transportation and customs documents and data are accurate and submitted on time to enable seamless transportation operations (especially at boarders). Leveraging trade programs (e.g. CUSMA, CTPAT)
• Support the annual transportation tender process for imports across road, rail, sea, and air freight
• Maintain relationships with carriers and other Beiersdorf regions/countries to ensure optimal service.
• Address tactical issues on an exception basis and coordinate monthly KPI meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
• Represent the Transportation Department (with or in lieu of the Manager) in cross-functional projects as needed.
• Develop, maintain, and report on transportation metrics, KPIs, costs, and carrier scorecards, including On-Time Delivery and Cost Improvement Programs.
• Collect and analyze transportation and customs data to identify trends, opportunities, and actionable insights.
• Maintain workflows to ensure Beiersdorf Inc certifications (CTPAT and CUSMA) remain active and compliant.
• Responsible for monthly global reporting with the North American team (e.g., RCM, CO₂)

Benefits

• Generous and flexible PTO policy
• Paid Parental Leave
• Comprehensive Wellness and Benefits program
• Cash Balance Plan (similar to a pension)
• 401k match
• Established Employee Resource Groups/affinity groups help to grow important connections and belonging with other colleagues

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed