Logistics & Transport Specialist

Company Description

Welcome to Kanadevia Inova, a global innovation leader in the waste infrastructure space, where we believe in creating a sustainable future through technology and innovation. 

Transforming Waste into Value

At Kanadevia Inova, we pride ourselves on being at the forefront of waste-to-X technology. We are not just waste managers; we are creators of value from what communities discard. Your role at Kanadevia Inova directly contributes to turning something once considered useless - waste - into something invaluable: energy, heat, hydrogen, fertilizer, and beyond.

Job Description

The Logistics & Transport Specialist is an integral member of our Global Logistics & Transport Team, supporting all KVI entities and Business Units (BUs) with transportation and logistics inquiries. This role is responsible for ensuring smooth and efficient logistics operations, managing transportation partners, and coordinating cross-functional teams to meet the needs of various projects, both in the tendering and execution phases.

Main responsibilities are:

• Lead Logistics Operations – Manage daily transport and logistics for projects, including strategy, RFQs, planning, and execution
• Vendor & Cost Management – Select, negotiate, and coordinate with logistics partners for efficient and cost-effective shipping solutions
• Cross-Functional Collaboration – Work closely with project teams, engineering, and customs compliance to meet transport and logistics requirements
• Process & Compliance Oversight – Resolve customs issues, improve logistics processes, and ensure supply chain efficiency and legal compliance
• Strategic & Budgeting Support – Provide logistics insights, support project budgeting, and contribute to dispute resolution and claim management

Qualifications

• Experience in the execution of transports, preferably in EPC projects, or similar sectors
• Working experience in international logistics and managing supply chains across multiple regions (e.g., Asia, Europe, and the Americas) or as a Freight Forwarder.
• Higher education in transport, logistics, or supply chain management 
• Very good negotiation skills, attention to detail, ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Excellent English skills (minimum B2 level), proficiency in German is a strong advantage

Additional Information

We offer

• Employment contract for an indefinite period
• + 13th Salary
• 5% Annual bonus
• Flexible working time (core time 9-3:00)
• Home office possible 2 days a week
• Extra days of leave
• 2 Sick days per year
• Recreation allowance
• Referral program
• Travel allowance
• The third pillar of the pension scheme (up to 2,5%)
• Company mobile phone or phone allowance
• Support for professional and career growth, education and training

Compensation

• Basic wage component (gross): 2 300 EUR/month
• This amount is our minimal offered salary. Compensation is determined based on your level, skills, experience and qualifications.

For HR agencies: Please note that we do not accept applications coming from agencies. Thank you.