At Clarios, we are producing the world’s best batteries, essential for the evolving future of transportation. Our advanced, low-voltage batteries and smart solutions power nearly every type of vehicle and are found in 1 of 3 cars on the road today. Ready to apply your logistics expertise to shape the transformation of our supply chain towards future battery technologies at Clarios? Then take on the challenge and become a valued member of our team! Power your future with Clarios and explore the possibilities with us. As Lead Logistic Analyst (m/f/d) you will play a pivotal role in driving logistics projects and supporting daily operations in a highly dynamic environment. You will act as the right hand to the Logistics and Materials Manager, combining project work with KPI-driven analysis and operational excellence. In this position, you will directly contribute to our transformation journey in the Li-Ion business, working on high-impact projects and supporting the global expansion of our advanced battery portfolio. The position will be based in our Clarios Lithium-Ion plant location in Hannover, Germany. What you will do As Lead Logistic Analyst (m/f/d), you will use your expertise in logistics and export management to support daily business in reporting, production planning, and export within your responsibility area drive logistics-related project activities for OEM customers and new product introductions provide support for new projects, including system setup and ramp-up of new processes organize logistics support for the planning and logistics projects department define and implement improvement initiatives and cost-saving measures, especially in sea- and airfreight monitor and control forecasted costs and prepare periodical cost reviews (packaging, transportation, delivery performance) create reports about the performance of the Logistic department for the Logistics and Material Manager monitor knowledge levels within the department and review training plans plan assignments of team members in cooperation with manager to support new activities support the selection and onboarding of new team members support developing and delivering coaching, guidance and training to build and promote best practices in contract administration and labor-management relations support and review new and ongoing Logistics projects define and support export order processes for all modes of transport (sea, air, truck), ensuring the correct export documentation is provided ensure compliance with Clarios Standards in the Logistics department cooperate to define targets and improvements in line with Foreign Trade, Customs, and Dangerous Goods Regulations conduct regular reviews of Logistics targets and performance use standard logistics tools for quotations on new projects and maintain accurate logistics databases What makes you a good fit Completed commercial apprenticeship with relevant professional experience or secondary/university degree with an economic/logistics background Several years of professional experience in logistics planning, ideally within the automotive or other high-volume industries Solid understanding of supply chain relations in the automotive industry as well as material management, handling and transportation Experience in packaging requirements (e.g. different standards for product types, dangerous goods and safe transport packaging) highly beneficial Certification as Dangerous Goods Safety Advisor (Gefahrgutbeauftragte/r) is a plus Hands-on mentality with the ability to flexibly react to changing requirements and timelines Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills combined with a solution-oriented approach Strong intercultural communication skills with ability to build cross-functional networks and communicate effectively at different management levels Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with SAP ERP system preferred Fluency in English and German, both in written and spoken What we offer you As a technology leader with strong brands (i.e. VARTA® and OPTIMA®), Clarios notably lives on the creativity, capability and satisfaction of its employees. Therefore, we offer people with drive and power many good reasons to join us: Exciting professional tasks and challenges in a diverse international future-oriented environment with strong commitment to integrity, values, social engagement, and sustainability. Arrange your working hours and breaks flexible via our flexible working hours model and combine your professional and private life even better according to our above average number of vacation days, mobile work policy and company kindergarten. A competitive remuneration package, including additional payments as well as company pension scheme. Your well-being is very important to us: Take advantage of our preventive health care offers such as fitness center, physiotherapist, modern office environment, healthy canteen, team and company events or hobby clubs. Stay fit whilst at the same time positively contributing to our environment: Lease your company bike. Our well-advanced onboarding process and buddy program supports you to quickly grow into the position and team. By using the offering in our Learning Academy, LinkedIn Learning and EMEA Mentoring Program you will be able to further grow professionally and personally. Last, but not least we support you in relocating and finding an apartment in your work location, if applicable and depending on individual factors. You want to learn more about the position and our EMEA region? Check out our regional page and get in touch with our recruiting team. LI-AM2 About Clarios: Clarios is the global leader in advanced, low-voltage battery technologies for mobility. Our batteries and smart solutions power nearly every type of vehicle and are found in 1 of 3 cars on the road today. With around 18,000 employees in over 100 countries, we bring deep expertise to our Aftermarket and OEM partners, and reliability, safety and comfort to everyday lives. We answer to the planet with a rigorous sustainability focus – advancing best-in-class sustainability practices and advocating for them across our industry. We work to ensure 100% of our products sold are recyclable, and we recycle 8,000 batteries an hour in our network. You can find more information here (PDF). To all recruitment agencies: Clarios does not accept unsolicited agency resumes/CVs. Please do not forward resumes/CVs to our careers email addresses, Clarios employees or any other company location. Clarios is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/CVs. Clarios, LLC is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information, please view EEO is the Law, EEO is the Law (supplement), and Pay Transparency Non-discrimination. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please email Special.Accommodations@Clarios.com. A Note to Job Applicants : please be aware of scams being perpetrated through the Internet and social media platforms. Clarios will never require a job applicant to pay money as part of the application or hiring process.