Control Tower Specialist, Europe

[Please note this is a Direct Search led by Bacardi, Applications from agencies will not be accepted nor will fees be paid for unsolicited CVs.]

YOUR OPPORTUNITY
Your primary responsibility will be to oversee and drive the performance of our 4th Party Logistics (4PL) operations for Europe Overland Primary Transport. You will be the primary contact for Bacardi's European Primary Logistics Control Tower working closely with our 4PL and cross-functional teams to develop and implement strategies that enhance Bacardi's European Primary Logistics network.

About You
We want people who are highly motivated, ready to commit & take the plunge to make their mark in a successful company. This will be a career – not just a job We want the next generation of leaders to continue building the BEST brands in the drinks industry.

Responsibilities -

• Operational Coordination: Act as the primary point of contact for European Primary Logistics Control Tower. Lead the interface with shipping & receiving locations to ensure E2E execution. Ensure proper escalation protocols are followed for service disruptions, delays, and disputes.
• Performance & SLA management: Monitor, evaluate and manage 4PL performance against agreed SLAs and KPIs. Acts as key user for visibility platforms, governing performance & deviation from performance framework to steer corrective & preventative actions
• Cost control & budget management: Monitor primary costs for region, managing optimum freight spend with 4PL to ensure adherence to budget & develop proactive solutions to avoid additional costs and identifying value creation opportunities for the business.
• Data analysis & reporting: Analyse carrier performance data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement. Presenting performance insights to key stakeholders regularly.
• 4PL Collaboration: Work closely with 4PL provider to implement corrective actions when SLA deviations or improvement opportunities are realised.
• Service optimisation: Responsible for ensuring right service levels to Bacardi's market 3PL warehouses and distributor warehouses, ensuring seamless logistics coordination through maintaining strong communication with stakeholders to enhance efficiency and cost effectiveness.
• Logistics Strategy Alignment: Coordinate short/ mid-term operational improvement programs & evaluate delivery of Continuous improvement in operational execution to align logistics strategies with business needs.
• Process Improvement & Compliance: Identify and recommend process improvements to enhance logistics efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Ensure compliance with logistics policies, carrier agreements, and industry regulations.
• Risk Management & Contingency Planning: Develop contingency plans for supply chain disruptions in alignment with 4PL (strikes, carrier failures, geopolitical risks) and ensure proactive risk assessment and mitigation strategies.

SKILLS
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THE SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE NEEDED TO CREATE YOUR LEGACY

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Operations, or a related field.
• Proven experience (typically +4 years) in logistics, supply chain, business optimisation or related field.
• Strong analytical skills with expertise in data analysis, modelling, and optimization techniques.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills to effectively convey complex concepts and insights to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Proactive mindset, with a demonstrated ability to identify opportunities, solve problems, & make data-driven decisions.
• Ability to build relationships & be a strong team player both within Contractors, Customer & Bacardi.

PERSONAL QUALITIES
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• Dynamic and engaging work style
• Great verbal and written communicator
• Strong cultural awareness and sensitivity to effectively manage regional logistics across different markets.
• Commitment to staying updated with industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in logistics and supply chain management.
• Unwavering commitment to ethical conduct, transparency, and integrity in all business dealings.

LEADERSHIP AGILITY

At Bacardi we care deeply about finding brilliant talent who can bring the following personal attributes to help elevate our 3Fs: Fearless, Family, Founder culture to the next level.

• Belonging: You have a strong capacity to create a culture of 'Belonging', where people feel appreciated for who they are, what they do, and who they can become
• Self-Awareness: You have high levels of self-awareness, are reflective and know yourself well, understanding both your own strengths and weaknesses and your impact on others
• People Agility: You bring a deep ability to understand and relate to people and navigate through tough situations to harness and multiply collective performance
• Results Agility: You demonstrate consistent delivery of results in first-time situations by inspiring teams, exhibiting a presence that builds confidence in yourself and others.
• Mental Agility: You can think critically to penetrate complex problems and expand the possibilities by making fresh connections. You think strategically whilst being execution focused and bring creativity to the challenges you're presented with
• Change Agility: You have a deep natural curiosity, desire to experiment and ability to effectively deal with the heat of change. You have a growth and learning mindset: ready to test, stumble, learn and apply from experience

Disclaimer: Bacardi seeks talent from all backgrounds to bring diversity of thought, agility and capability to our organization across the globe. We promote a working environment where all employees are treated and rewarded fairly. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination that adversely affects individuals or groups on the basis of national origin, race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, and any other legally protected aspect of a person's identity.
U.S. applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws.

Perks of Working for us
At Bacardi, we are committed to providing our Primos (employees) with a comprehensive Total Rewards package of compensation, benefits, incentives, allowances, well-being, and much more to meet the needs of themselves and their families. It goes beyond just Cash The total rewards program is based on pay for performance, whereby the incentive programs are linked to company and individual performance.

Compensation, Paid Time Off & Retirement:

• Competitive Pay Package
• Competitive Holiday/Paid Time Off, plus additional days offered ( i.e., volunteer day, allowing you to give back to the community)
• Retirement/Pension Plan

Health & Wellbeing

• Medical, Critical Illness, and Life Insurance
• Calm Meditation App subscription (free)
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Best-in-class, family-friendly, and inclusive leave policies

Additional Benefits
The benefits /perks may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Bacardi, your work location, and are subject to change.

Some benefits may be subject to an employee contribution.

Some benefits may be fully or partially subsidized. Incentive plans are linked to the nature of your employment and can vary based on region, market, function or brand.