Logistics Lead (Eindhoven)
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Job Location:
Eindhoven - Netherlands
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
23 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
About Us
In just four years we have raised a total of $120 million and have built a world-class team of 220 employees (including 49 PhDs with more than 40000 citations) both remotely from 17 different countries and with offices in Belgium France Switzerland Italy the UK headquartered at the High Tech Campus in Eindhoven Netherlands.
We have also launched our Metis AI Platform which achieves a 3-5x increase in efficiency and performance and have visibility into a strong business pipeline exceeding $100 million.
Our unwavering commitment to innovation has firmly established us as a global industry pioneer.
Are you up for the challenge
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Logistics Lead to manage and optimize our international logistics operations. This role will coordinate end-to-end supply chain activities including freight forwarding customs clearance warehouse management and inventory control across multiple regions.
Key responsibilities:
International Logistics Management
Manage international shipments for semiconductor components and finished goods
Coordinate with freight forwarders for optimal routing and cost
Handle customs documentation and import/export compliance
Oversee shipments between Netherlands and other locations in Asia and US
Warehouse & Inventory Operations
Manage multi-site warehouse operations
Implement inventory control systems and stock level optimization
Coordinate with ODM partners and logistics providers
Ensure proper handling of sensitive semiconductor materials
Vendor & Carrier Management
Negotiate rates and service levels with logistics providers
Manage relationships with customs brokers and freight forwarders
Evaluate and onboard new logistics partners as needed
Monitor KPIs (on-time delivery cost per shipment damage rates)
Process Optimization
Develop and implement logistics SOPs and best practices
Identify cost reduction opportunities in freight and warehousing
Streamline cross-border logistics workflows
Support internal logistics operations request in the company
Cross-functional Collaboration
Work closely with Procurement Engineering and Finance teams
Support supply chain planning and demand forecasting
Provide logistics support for new product launches and office delivery ad-hoc task
Qualifications:
Experience
5 years in international logistics/supply chain management
Experience with semiconductor or electronics supply chain preferred
Proven track record managing Asia-Europe-US logistics corridors
Experience with customs regulations and international trade compliance
Technical Skills
Proficiency in logistics management systems
Strong knowledge of Incoterms customs procedures
Experience with freight cost analysis and optimization
Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP Oracle or similar)
Soft Skills
Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
Strong negotiation and vendor management skills
Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
Fluent in Dutch and excellent communication skills in English
Other Requirements
Willingness to work across time zones (Asia-Europe-US)
Occasional travel to supplier/partner locations
Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Logistics Business or related field
Location
The position is an on-site/hybrid role with most days of the week working from our headquarters office in Eindhoven (at the High Tech Campus).
The location offers free lunch snacks gym & sports classes access among other benefits.
What weoffer
This is your chance to shape and be part of a dynamic fast-growing international organization. We offer an attractive compensation package including a pension plan extensive employee insurances and the option to get company shares.
An open culture that supports creativity and continual innovation is awaiting you. Collaborative ownership and freedom with responsibility is characteristic for the way we act and work as a team.
At Axelera AI we wholeheartedly embrace equal opportunity and hold diversity in the highest regard. Our steadfast commitment is to cultivate a warm and inclusive environment that empowers and celebrates every member of our team. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds to join us in shaping the future of AI.
Key Skills
- Shipping & Receiving
- Inventory Control
- Data Entry
- AS400
- Transportation Management Systems
- EDI
- Microsoft Outlook
- Warehouse Experience
- Office Experience
- Dispatching
- Microsoft Excel
- Logistics
About Company
Bring data insights to the edge, increasing the performance of your solutions with a cost-effective and efficient inference chip. Axelera’s AI processing unit is designed to seamlessly integrate into your innovations so you can focus on your customer!
