Logistics & Operations Specialist - Turkey
Swarovski · Istanbul
At Swarovski, you don’t just join a brand - you help reinvent one of the most iconic names in fashion and design. Here, bold ideas matter, creativity drives change, collaboration is valued, and your work shapes how the world experiences brilliance. If you’re ready to grow your skills and make an impact in a fast-moving international environment, we’re ready for you.
We’re looking for a hands-on Logistics & Operations Specialist to coordinate day-to-day logistics operations in Turkey, ensuring efficient, compliant, and reliable customs, warehousing, transportation, and order fulfillment processes.
This is your chance to contribute to operational excellence, improve logistics performance, and make a direct impact on Swarovski’s retail and eCommerce business while collaborating with local and global teams.
About the Job
- Coordinate day-to-day logistics operations in Turkey across customs, warehousing, transportation, and omnichannel fulfillment for retail and e-commerce channels.
- Handle customs and trade compliance activities by coordinating compliant importation of Swarovski products in line with Turkish regulations, trade controls, and Swarovski global standards.
- Coordinate inbound shipments from the Regional Distribution Center through to final delivery to stores and customers across Turkey.
- Work closely with Swarovski’s 3PL partner to manage service performance, resolve day-to-day issues, and follow up on operational topics.
- Coordinate customs brokers, freight forwarders, carriers, and other service providers to ensure efficient and compliant logistics execution.
- Monitor daily logistics activities and resolve operational issues related to deliveries, customs clearance, returns, and stock movements.
- Track and maintain key logistics KPIs, including OTIF, inventory accuracy, order accuracy, customs lead times, productivity, and logistics costs.
- Drive cost control and process improvement initiatives across transportation, warehousing, customs duties, brokerage fees, and related logistics operations.
- Prepare regular operational reports and analyze logistics performance for the Turkish market.
- Support the Sales Operations team with new process implementations, operational projects, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Collaborate closely with Retail, Wholesale, eCommerce, Client Service, Merchandising, Finance, Compliance, and global Supply Chain teams to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
- Coordinate Swarovski’s omnichannel operations, including store fulfillment, ship-from-store, click-and-collect, customer returns, and marketplace logistics activities.
About You
- 3–5 years of experience in logistics, supply chain, transportation, customs, international trade, or a comparable operations role.
- Hands-on knowledge of Turkish customs regulations, import processes, customs clearance procedures, and trade compliance requirements.
- Experience working with third-party logistics (3PL) providers, customs brokers, freight forwarders, and distribution partners.
- Good understanding of retail, omnichannel, and eCommerce logistics operations.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify issues and turn data into practical operational improvements.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, international environment.
- Good communication, coordination, and collaboration skills with internal and external partners.
- Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP preferred) and solid Excel skills.
- Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, International Trade, or a related field. Customs or trade compliance certifications are an advantage.
- Fluent in Turkish and English.
What We Offer
You can expect a range of benefits, including:
- Competitive variable compensation (bonus) on annual basis
- Meal and transportation allowance
- Medical allowance
- Exclusive employee discounts on Swarovski products
- Learning and career development programs to help you grow
- A global employee assistance program offering support in the areas of mental, physical, and emotional health, managerial support as well as financial and legal matters
- Hybrid and flexible work options to support your work-life balance
- Paid volunteering leave to support causes that matter to you
About Swarovski
Swarovski creates crystal-based products of unique quality and craftsmanship that bring joy and celebrate individuality. Founded in Austria in 1895, we design, manufacture, and sell the world’s finest crystals, gemstones, Swarovski Created Diamonds, zirconia, jewelry, accessories, and home décor.
Sustainability and responsibility are at the heart of our brand, from circular innovation to diversity, inclusion, and the philanthropic work of the Swarovski Foundation. We empower people to express their individuality with confidence and respect, and we believe that different perspectives make us stronger.
Swarovski is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fair, inclusive recruitment and to building a workplace where everyone feels they truly belong.
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