Logistics Manager

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Logistics Manager

Our story goes back more than150 years, to the chilly southern coast of Scandinavia. From our early successin Sweden and Denmark, we've grown into the world's leading specialist producerof plant-based oils, employing more than 4,000 people across the globe.

We work with our customers to make the products you love even better. The oilswe produce go into making your chocolate extra-creamy or putting the crunchinto your croissant. And it's not just food - we work across industries to makeproducts that are higher quality, healthier and better for the planet.

Everything we do is aboutMaking Better Happen™.

AAK LOCATION

This position is based on site inKarlshamn.

About the role
The Logistics Manager isaccountable for leading and developing the warehouse organization and alllogistics operations across both internal and external warehouses. Thisincludes optimizing logistics processes and flows, managing key partnerships,and contributing to commercial agreements and negotiations. The role ensuresfull compliance, high efficiency, and a strong focus on continuous improvementin alignment with the strategy for Site Karlshamn. In this position, you willdrive the development of the warehouse organization and logistics function tosupport operational excellence. You will manage internal and external logisticspartners to maximize service efficiency and reliability. Additionally, you willlead and develop the Warehouse department as well as the team of LogisticsCoordinators to ensure strong performance, capability building, and a cultureof improvement.

Responsibilities

As Logistics Manager, you willplay a central role in shaping efficient, safe, and compliant warehouse andlogistics operations for Site Karlshamn.

Your main responsibilities include:

Health, Safety &Compliance

• Create and uphold a safe working environment across all warehouse and logistics activities.
• Ensure full compliance with laws, regulations, GMP/GDP requirements, and internal standards (including responsibilities in SOP 7369).
• Maintain and continuously improve routines, SOPs, and process documentation.
• Lead structured root-cause analyses and corrective actions to secure long-term operational excellence.

People Leadership

• Lead and develop the Warehouse team and Logistics
• Coordinators, fostering a culture of safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Build competence within the department through training, coaching, and performance management.

Warehouse Operations & Inventory Management

• Oversee daily warehouse planning, capacity utilization, and operational performance.
• Secure accurate inventory levels, including stock-taking planning, execution, and follow-up.
• Drive initiatives to strengthen automation, digital tools, and efficient material flows.

Logistics Operations &Partner Management

• Manage internal and external logistics partners to ensure high service levels and cost efficiency.
• Select logistics service providers together with Procurement and ensure strong performance against KPIs.
• Act as the escalation point for operational issues and customer-related logistics concerns.
• Design and optimize logistics plans, processes, and flows aligned with site strategy.
• Develop and implement the long-term logistics and warehouse strategy.

Financial & ContractManagement

• Monitor and manage the warehouse and logistics budget as well as provider-related costs and savings.
• Ensure effective contract performance, service delivery, and cost control.

Systems & Continuous Improvement

• Improve and develop systems supporting warehouse and logistics activities.
• Lead or contribute to improvement and automation projects across the operation.

Leadership of LogisticsCoordinators

• Provide daily leadership, support, and direction to the Logistics Coordinators team.
• Ensure accurate and timely handling of logistics documentation, including shipping, transport, and customs records.
• Maintain strong relationships with transport companies and other external partners.
• Drive improvements within the team to enhance logistics flows and customer satisfaction.

Customs Reporting &Compliance

• Oversee all customs reporting for internal and external warehouses.
• Ensure accurate customs entries, reconciliations, and compliance with applicable regulations.
• Prepare documentation for audits, duty calculations, and compliance reviews.
• Contribute to provider agreements by ensuring customs requirements are clearly defined and monitored.

Key Stakeholders: ProductionQuality, Quality, Procurement, Sales, DepartmentManagers, Supply Chain, TPM, Order Department, Planningas well as external suppliers such as Forwarders and external warehouseproviders

About you

• 7-10 years' experience in logistics, warehousing, or supply chain, ideally within a manufacturing or process-driven environment.
• Proven leadership skills and the ability to motivate, support, and build capability within the team.
• Solid knowledge of warehouse operations, logistics flows, inventory management, and collaboration with external logistics providers.
• Understanding of compliance requirements such as GMP,GDP, and relevant regulations.
• Experience working with SOPs, KPIs, and structured improvement methods.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, including conducting root-cause analyses.
• Interest in or experience with automation, digital tools, and system improvements within logistics and warehousing.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills, both internally and externally.

• A proactive, structured, and solutions-oriented approach with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.

In return AAK offers

• Join a pioneering company in specialty oils and fats, driving innovation and sustainability.
• In AAK you can work across 25+ countries, gaining international exposure and collaborating with a diverse team.
• AAK invests in your development with training, mentorship, and clear career paths.
• You will contribute to a greener world with AAK's sustainability-focused approach.
• Join a diverse and inclusive workplace that values every individual's perspective and talents.

Contactand information

For further information about the position, please contact SeniorTalent Acquisition Specialist, Conor Kelly by email: conor.kelly@aak.com

About AAK
Everything AAK does is about MakingBetter Happen™. We specialize in plant-based oils that are the value-addingingredients in many of the products people love to consume. We make theseproducts better tasting, healthier, and more sustainable. At the heart of AAK'soffer is Customer Co-Development, combining our desire to understand whatbetter means for each customer, with the unique flexibility of our productionassets, and deep knowledge of many products and industries, including Chocolateand confectionery, Bakery, Dairy, Plant-based Foods, Special Nutrition,Foodservice and Personal Care. Our 4,000 employees support our closecollaboration with customers through 25 regional sales offices, 15 dedicatedCustomer Innovation Centers, and the support of more than 20 productionfacilities. Listed on Nasdaq Stockholm and with our headquarters in Malmö,Sweden, AAK has been Making Better Happen™ for more than 150 years.

AAK prohibits discrimination based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation,age, national origin, physical or mental disability, religion, veteran status,and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under state orfederal law in any aspect of the access to, admission, or treatment of studentsin its programs and activities, or employment and application for employment.

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