The Opportunity

We are seeking a summer intern that can oversee our outbound logistics operations within European region. This role is crucial for ensuring operational excellence and promoting strong collaboration between our logistics team and sales units. This is a full-time, paid internship covering summer vacation period, approximately from June to September, based at our HQ in Gothenburg, Sweden.

The Responsibilities

The responsibilities of this role include: 

• Overseeing the outsourced outbound logistics services for the European region. Acting as the primary representative of Polestar Logistics in interactions with sales units.
• Address and manage deviations by challenging key suppliers to ensure timely deliveries and promptly communicate any issues to minimize market disruptions.
• Monitor and respond to Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), proactively addressing performance discrepancies.
• Analyze data to draw actionable conclusions and effectively structure and visualize information from various sources.
• Join continuous improvement initiatives across services, performance, and costs, contributing to the optimization of operational processes.

The Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will excel in engaging with diverse stakeholders and managing multiple tasks. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills are critical for success in this role, particularly for effective stakeholder management. The candidate will be expected to deliver results while continually seeking opportunities for operational enhancements. A commitment to continuous improvement is a core value for us, both within projects and daily operations.

In addition, you'll need the following qualifications:

• Pursuing a degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field.
• Strong customer focus and a service-oriented mindset.
• Ability to articulate findings clearly, make recommendations, and facilitate change effectively.
• Previous experience in data-driven environments and strong analytical skills.
• Experience in logistics operations and managing service providers, with a focus on accountability and results is beneficial but not required.

Polestar is an international company, with various backgrounds represented. English, therefore, is the language of written and spoken communication. And though we have a global presence, we maintain the growth-mindset. Change happens often at Polestar. But so does progress. Expect an accelerating, exciting environment. 

The Process

If the above matches your ambitions, be sure to apply. Our selection process is ongoing, and the job advert will remain open until it’s filled.

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