Downstream Transport Coordinator

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Coordinate the transport operations (daily)

• Develop and supervise daily, weekly and monthly transport schedules (frequencies, lead times,….)with transport service providers.
• Operate transport activity of the perimeter in line with customer needs, economic commitments and efficient shipment delivery.
• Ensure safety protocols are respected for all service providers during supplier factory, PFS, warehouse and store transport operations, especially in parking, loading and unloading areas.
• Implement and manage administrative practices and procedures for securing goods flows.
• Address any customs issues of your flows to transport and customs coordinators teams.
• Manage returns workflow and reverse transport operations.
• Control and validate transport invoicing with the accounting department and ensure payment terms are met.
• Resolve operational issues, including disputes and claims, with transport service providers.
• Follow and apply contingency plans for carrier disruptions.

2. Ensure customer satisfaction in downstream delivery (SLA, innovation)

• Monitor loadings arrival, carrier no-show, delivery performance and track lead time gaps.
• Prepare, communicate activity forecasts to shipping locations and manage carriers capacity.
• Analyze data to identify and implement performance improvement plans.
• Conduct regular performance meetings with transport service providers.
• Optimize transport load capacities in cooperation with logistics and loading bay teams, reducing the number of required trips, thus lowering fuel consumption and decreasing carbon emissions.
• Manage reimbursement process with carriers in case of damaged and lost orders claim.
• Contribute and share best local practices with the united transport community.

3. Execute and contribute to the transport strategy

• Support the integration of transport activities with overall supply chain strategies, collaborating with stakeholders and transport service providers.
• Build and maintain a healthy, reliable, and high-performing carrier panel that aligns with purchasing policy.
• Support Indirect Purchase teams, by providing the right information for tender and negotiations.
• Plan and guarantee the transport budget to meet financial targets.
• Execute the downstream transport strategy, by supervising contracts and managing service level agreements with transport providers, all while complying with transport regulations.
• Manage requests for special transports and have a network of carriers capable of responding.
• Implement and monitor safety protocols for all local transportation activities.
• Drive sustainable domestic transport improvements for lower environmental impact.
• Innovate by proposing and testing different transport solutions.
• Stay informed about the delivery market and regularly meet new players.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED

• Sportive! At Decathlon, we’re always looking for someone who is passionate about sport.
• Proven solid work experience in end-to-end Supply Chain, Transport & Logistics process management
• Ability to work cross-functionally with interdependent departments
• A strong communicator! You have excellent written and verbal English communication skills
• People oriented and collaborative - You can work effectively with a team while also being autonomous
• Highly organized but adaptable

WHAT WE ARE OFFERING

• Hybrid Work: Enjoy a flexible work environment.
• Career Growth: Access a global network of training and learning opportunities.
• Decathlon Shareholder: Take a stake in our company and become a shareholder.
• Health Benefits: Get a health card to cover your medical needs.
• Teammate Discount: Receive a 20% discount on Decathlon products to fuel your sports passion.

As the starting line to your sportive career, you also get access to a global network of training, support, and mentorship across 70+ countries. Discover your skills, hone your work ethic, and grow your career within an inclusive and fully supportive work environment where the wonders of sports are at the heart of our management!

Ready to take your career to the next level?

Apply now!