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Position Summary The Ocean Allocation Strategy Specialist is responsible for supervising the execution of Nestlé's ocean shipment allocation processes to ensure efficient, timely, and compliant delivery performance.
The role manages volume submission and monitors allocation variations against forecasted requirements to meet Market needs.
It provides governance and guidance on the use of Shipment Management Systems to strengthen operational visibility and promote effective collaboration among Markets, Ocean Carriers, and Global Logistics Procurement.
Additionally, the Specialist maintains strong stakeholder relationships, proactively resolves allocation and execution issues, and drives continuous performance improvements aligned with established service‐level expectations.
A day in the life of...
Consolidate and validate annual tender volumes, performing health checks and reviewing significant market variations.
Align with Markets and GLP on revised volumes, allocations, timing, and tender requirements, providing updates as needed.
Communicate annual allocation outcomes: allocated volumes, awarded carriers, contract terms, and transit times.
Coordinate with carriers—confirming awarded lanes, aligning on nominations, and sharing volumes ahead of ETD (4–6 weeks).
Manage post‐tender adjustments, including new lane requests, additional volume needs, and notifications on rate or contract changes.
Monitor allocation performance regularly (weekly/monthly/quarterly) and update carriers on operational review changes.
Execute additional operational follow‐ups, conduct periodic health checks, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
What will make you successful Technical university degree in a relevant field.5+ years of experience in freight forwarding or shipping (import/export).
Knowledge of Physical Logistics and shipment flows.
Supply Chain project management experience.
Experience working with external providers.
Advanced English proficiency (Spanish is a plus).
Proficient in Microsoft Office 365.
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