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Global Traffic & Logistics Management

Location: 

Zurich, CH, 8005

At Barry Callebaut, we are on a journey to transform the cocoa and chocolate industry. As the world’s leading manufacturer of high-quality chocolate and cocoa products, our actions truly shape the future of our industry. We are a business-to-business company, serving the entire food sector, from the cocoa bean to the finest chocolate product. We are a company with a purpose, we believe in doing well by doing good and reinvesting in the communities we operate. We have a long-standing commitment to sustainability and our goal is to shape a sustainable cocoa and chocolate future. We are headquartered in Zurich, and have more than 12,000 passionate Employees working in more than 40 countries worldwide. We are very proud of who we are and what we do. And of course, we are always looking for talented people to help us have a positive impact on our industry and beyond!

About the Role

As the Global Traffic & Logistics Management you will be part of the worldwide operating Cocoa bean flows. In this role, you will build a strategic partnership with CSD, Trading Teams, Supply Chain, Legal, Finance and Quality to achieve client and the company’s objectives while fostering a unified approach. This includes directing all activities related to cocoa bean shipments from loading ports worldwide to destination ports worldwide. Furthermore, this role also ensures cost-optimization in the logistic chain pipeline, i.e. loadings in origin to the delivery to customers. A key component of the role is flexibility in a fast-changing and dynamic work environment.

 

Key Responsibilities Include

  • Logistic Strategy and Execution Purchase and Sales contracts
    • Develop and implement global logistics strategies to support business objectives
    • Manage end-to-end transportation operations, including inbound, outbound, and reverse logistics
    • Optimize transportation (air, ocean, road, rail) for cost, speed, and reliability
    • Actively supporting cash initiatives with banks (repo business / deferred payments etc.)
  • Traffic Management
    • Oversee traffic flow of goods across global distribution centers, warehouses, and customer locations
    • Monitor and manage carrier performance, freight costs, and service levels
    • Coordinate with customs brokers and freight forwarders to ensure timely clearance and delivery
  • Compliance & Risk Management
    • Ensure compliance with international trade laws, customs regulations, and export/import controls
    • Mitigate risks related to transportation delays, geopolitical issues, and supply chain disruptions
  • Technology & Analytics
    • Leverage logistics software (SAP, Polomas, Cargoo etc.) to track shipments, analyze performance, and drive improvements
    • Use data analytics to identify trends, reduce costs, and improve delivery performance
  • Storage & Warehouse Oversight
    • Oversee the storage of cocoa beans across approximately 20 warehouses in Northern Europe
    • Monitor storage lots to ensure quality, compliance, and inventory accuracy
    • Handle special cases related to storage conditions, contamination, or urgent retrievals
    • Maintain accurate and up-to-date data on storage volumes, conditions, and warehouse performance
  • Insurance & Risk Coverage
    • Work with insurance providers and brokers to ensure adequate protection against loss, damage, or delays
    • Handle claims processing and documentation in the event of transportation-related incidents
  • Certification & Audit Excellence
    • Act as the center of excellence for certification audits including Fairtrade, Organic, and Rainforest Alliance
    • Coordinate and support audit processes; liaise with certifying bodies and internal teams to prepare for and respond to audit requirement
    • Ensure documentation, traceability, and compliance with certification standards across logistics and storage operations

 

About You

  • 8-10 years' work experience in International Trading Company or Forwarding/Logistics Company or in Supply Chain or in Order Processing
  • 5 years relevant work experience in the cocoa business
  • Completed Commercial Apprenticeship or degree in export handling or Bachelor degree of Business Administrator or Economics
  • Fluent in English (word and writing), French & German (beneficial)
  • Strong knowledge of international trade regulations, Incoterms, supply chain and customs procedures
  • Excellent leadership, negotiation, and communication skills
  • Ability to manage complex projects across multiple regions and time zones
  • Excellent knowledge of MS office, Outlook, Teams, PowerBI, ERP systems and web-based systems

At Barry Callebaut, we are committed to Diversity & Inclusion. United by our strong values, we thrive on the diversity of who we are, where we come from, what we’ve experienced and how we think. We are committed to nurturing an inclusive environment where people can truly be themselves, grow to their full potential and feel they belong. #oneBC - Diverse People, Sustainable Growth.

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