Export Logistics Lead (Chisinau, Moldova)

Key Responsibilities

1. Outbound End-to-End Finished Goods Distribution

• Managing regular dispatches of security systems from regional distribution centers (RDCs) to customers and authorized distributors worldwide (EU, UK, US, MEA, APAC, LatAm).

• Coordinating logistics operations between manufacturing facilities and global distribution centers.

• Maintaining target SLAs and performance metrics: OTIF (On-Time In-Full), Order Lead Time, and cargo integrity in transit.

2. Export Compliance & Customs Clearance

• Coordinating export procedures from the EU customs territory via Polish customs systems (AES/ECS2, NCTS, PUESC services).

• Collaborating with customs brokers and agencies: preparing full document sets (Commercial Invoice, Packing List, EUR.1, ATR, Export Declaration / IE-599 confirmation message).

• Managing electronics shipment compliance: classification by HS/CN codes, export control rules, and adherence to dangerous goods regulations for built-in lithium-ion/lithium-metal batteries (ADR / IATA DGR).

3. 3PL/4PL & Carrier Management

• Managing contracts and relationships with international line-haul carriers (Road FTL/LTL, Air Freight) and express integrators (DHL, FedEx, UPS).

• Conducting regular KPI performance audits and managing claims for cargo loss or damage (Claims Management).

• Participating in freight procurement tenders to optimize transport costs from the Polish distribution hub.

4. Freight Cost Optimization & Budgeting

• Tracking and optimizing the cost per unit delivered.

• Streamlining freight consolidation to balance cost and delivery speed across diverse geographic regions.

5. Distribution Center Operations Alignment

• Aligning dispatch schedules with the warehouse/WMS team (dispatch windows, truck loading time slots, order picking/packing control).

• Implementing and supporting BPM 4.0 initiatives: cargo tracking automation (Real-time Visibility), carrier EDI/API integrations, and eliminating manual document processing.

6. Supply Chain Resilience & Risk Management

• Formulating contingency plans and alternative routing during border blockades, carrier peak seasons, and geopolitical disruptions.

Candidate Requirements

1. Experience & Industry Expertise

• 3–5+ years in export or distribution logistics originating from Poland/EU (preference for Consumer Electronics, High-Tech, IoT, Automotive, or global FMCG).

• Practical experience managing multimodal shipments (cross-border road freight, air cargo, courier express).

2. Customs & Regulatory Knowledge

• Advanced mastery of Incoterms 2020 (specifically DAP, DPU, CPT, FCA, DDP).

• Comprehensive understanding of EU customs regulations (Union Customs Code / Unijny Kodeks Celny), intra-Community supplies (WDT), and exports to third countries.

• Working knowledge of transport regulations for battery-powered devices (Lithium Batteries Section II / ADR / IATA DGR).

3. Language Skills

• English: Upper-Intermediate / Advanced (B2+) — professional correspondence, commercial negotiations, and resolving operational escalations with global partners.

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Ukrainian/russian: Native / Fluent.

4. Analytical & Technical Skills

• Advanced MS Excel proficiency (Power Query, Pivot Tables, financial/cost modeling) and BI tools (Power BI / Tableau).

• Practical experience working in ERP systems (SAP, Microsoft Dynamics, or equivalents), modern WMS/TMS solutions, and Jira/Confluence.

5. Lean & Soft Skills

• Practical application of Lean principles (eliminating transportation waste, idle time, and over-processing).

• High stress tolerance, strong service orientation (OTIF-driven mindset), and autonomous decision-making under tight deadlines.

We offer

• Competitive compensation.

• Freedom to make decisions and implement ideas.

• A zero-bullshit culture.

• A strong and well-coordinated team of professionals.

• Ambitious tasks and challenges.

• Opportunity to work with the most recognized security system and develop your career.