Project Logistics Developer

Northvolt has an exciting job offer for a Project Logistics Developer to join our excellent and passionate team in Stockholm. In joining us you will play an important part from the very start, building the network of European Lithium-Ion battery giga-factories. Northvolt will play a significant role in the transformation to a carbon free society.
The Project Logistics Developer's primary focus will be on planning and executing the processes of transportation and installation of heavy manufacturing and construction equipment from Asian and European suppliers, all the way to Northvolt's European factory sites. The role will be of pivotal importance in ensuring proper execution of the construction, installation and commissioning of Northvolt manufacturing sites' landscape.
Project Logistics Developer will be the key link between Northvolt's equipment suppliers, appointed Industrial Projects LSPs, logistical infrastructure partners (e.g. port of Skellefteå) and the Northvolt Site Logistics Teams.
We:
In broad terms, Team Logistics is responsible for everything that moves. Our mission is to support Northvolt’s growth and expansion with logistical expertise and to create a robust logistical framework, within which Northvolt units can operate.
You:
Generally speaking, you have a high degree of experience within logistical operations, preferably in an industrial projects setting. You are absolutely excellent in multi-tasking across continents. You understand the importance of structure and communication, especially across cultures and time zones, as means to ensure clarity and reach common goals within specific time frames.
The role will be based in Northvolt’s Stockholm head office with regular travels to Västerås, Skellefteå, Germany and Far East (China, Korea, Japan).
Together with the wider Northvolt Project Logistics Team you will:
Lead the preparations, planning, co-ordination and execution of land-side activities across supplier locations,
Be the link between Northvolt partners - e.g. suppliers and appointed IP LSP,
Assess solutions and procure freight,
Ensure QHSE and document compliance,
In co-operation with the IP LSP, oversee the long-haul and short-haul transportation across all modalities (air, sea, road, rail) for both in-gauge and out-of-gauge cargo,
Lead the co-ordination of the schedule between internal Northvolt departments,
Support the local Site Logistics Teams in Skellefteå and beyond,
Take a lead role in developing and enhancing operational procedures,
Participate in structured and unstructured communication to ensure clarity around next steps and ultimate goals. Follow-up these with stakeholders and against timelines,
Continuously improve overall project logistics operations,

Skills & Requirements
You are or you have:
5+ years of experience within logistics, including from industrial projects setting,
Strong time management skills with the ability to maintain workflow while switching quickly between tasks, languages, cultures and time-zones,
Detailed knowledge and experience of ocean freight operations,
Excellent oral and written communication skills in English with the ability to prepare and deliver concise understandable information to co-workers, contractors and other stakeholders,
Experience in drafting, running or responding to freight tenders, and negotiations,
Problem-solving, entrepreneurial attitude thriving in a dynamic team environment where no day is like the other (we mean it!),
Self-motivated and great at establishing new relations,
IT literacy, predominantly within Microsoft Office,
Experience of working in a multi-cultural environment (A MUST!),

The person we are looking for is cheerful, positive, curious, creative, innovative and eager to learn. You will get the chance to have a real impact on our success story in Sweden and beyond and see the results of your work. Our organisation requires and values great self-discipline and a natural talent to make things happen. Project Logistics Developer is a vital member of the Logistics Team and wider Supply Chain Organisation and key to Northvolt's mission to enable the future of energy.
Apply with CV and cover letter or your complete LinkedIn profile.
Full time employment, fixed salary.
Planned starting date is asap.