Operations & Logistics Junior Manager
Toradex is a global company strongly focused on engineering & technology. We’re powered by a diverse & uniquely gifted workforce. We pursue the best people to propel our innovative vision of embedded computing and IoT. If you’re interested in being a driving force at an agile technology company, engineering clever computing solutions & helping other companies bring their products to life, we should talk.
Mission
Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of Toradex Brazil, ensuring efficient logistics, inventory management, ERP processes, facilities, and operational support for the regional team. Drive operational excellence through proactive problem solving, strong cross-functional collaboration, and alignment with Toradex global processes. Serve as a key connection between the Brazil organization and global teams, with a strong emphasis on clear and effective English communication.
Position Overview
The Operations & Logistics Junior Manager will report to the Director of Operations, Americas and work closely with Sales, Inside Sales, R&D, Finance, HR, Supply Chain, Customer Service, and global Operations teams. The role will oversee Brazil's operational and logistics activities, including importations, customs, inventory governance, D365 processes, and office facilities. The position requires a highly proactive individual who can independently identify challenges, communicate effectively in English with international teams, and drive issues through to resolution.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Communicate confidently and effectively in English, including participation in international meetings, discussions, and written correspondence.
- Manage the day-to-day operational and logistics activities for Toradex Brazil and LATAM customers.
- Coordinate importations, customs, shipments, and relationships with logistics providers.
- Own and improve inventory governance, including stock levels, availability, and inventory risk.
- Serve as the key local owner for Dynamics 365 (ERP) operational processes and coordinate resolution of system issues with global teams.
- Identify and implement process improvements that increase operational efficiency and reduce risk.
- Provide operational support to local Sales, Customer Service, and R&D teams
- Coordinate closely with global Operations, Supply Chain, Customer Service, Finance, and other departments to support Brazil's business needs.
- Ensure timely availability and movement of products, materials, and samples.
- Manage Brazil office facilities, infrastructure, supplies, maintenance, and related vendors.
- Proactively identify challenges and opportunities, taking initiative to address them ahead of time.
- Maintain strong communication and collaboration with Toradex teams across Brazil, Switzerland, the United States, and other global locations.
- Ensure Brazil operational processes remain aligned with global Toradex policies and objectives.
Outcomes
- Drive continuous improvement in operational efficiency and productivity at Toradex Brazil.
- Establish effective and reliable processes for logistics, inventory, D365, and facilities management.
- Ensure operational issues are proactively identified, communicated, and resolved.
- Maintain appropriate inventory levels and minimize unnecessary inventory risk.
- Provide strong operational support to Sales, R&D, and other Brazil teams.
- Build strong, effective collaboration between the Brazil organization and global Toradex teams.
- Consistently provide clear and effective communication in English with international stakeholders.
Competencies
- Advanced English communication skills, written and spoken
- Available to work Hybrid from Toradex Office in Campinas/SP.
- Business fluency of spoken and written English with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to anticipate challenges and opportunities, taking initiative to address them ahead of time.
- Strong ERP knowledge, preferably Microsoft Dynamics 365.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Experience with logistics, inventory management, importation, or supply chain operations.
- Ability to work effectively across different departments, countries, and time zones.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
- Strong ownership and accountability for assigned responsibilities.
- Excellent interpersonal and interdepartmental communication skills.
- Ability to develop and execute initiatives that align with wider global company goals.
- Willingness to challenge existing processes and decisions when necessary to improve operational efficiency and reduce risk.
What do we offer
- An agile and intercultural work environment
- Working with latest IoT computer technology in an international environment
- Participation in defining processes and your working environment
- Contemporary employment conditions, modern office space and a flexible working environment
- Opportunities for your personal development
- Meal allowance (flash card)
- Health and dental care
- Flexible working hours
- Parking space
- Anniversary day off
Disclaimer: This is not a temporary role. It is a long-term, full-time opportunity.
Toradex is a leader in embedded computing, serving innovative products to industrial, medical, automotive & IoT companies creating feature-rich & intelligent systems for demanding applications, e.g. supercars, self-driving tractors, patient monitoring systems - to name a few.
We provide effective & robust embedded computing solutions and strive for the best development experience in the industry with a focus on intelligent hardware design, innovative software solutions & free comprehensive support. Our relationship with our customers ensures that we all succeed and it allows us to participate in the realization of incredible new products. Our products are directly sold to more than 3'000 industrial customers in over 70 different countries worldwide.
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