Ocean Logistics Operations Specialist

Position Snapshot

Location: Lisbon/Braga (Portugal)

Company: Nestlé Business Solutions (NBS)

Full-time/Hybrid Work: 2 days per week at the office (aligned with our current Policy)

Languages: Fluent in English

About us

Nestlé Business Solutions (NBS) is at the heart of the Nestlé Group. We provide Supply Chain, Financial, HR, Digital & Social Media, CRM and Consumer Engagement services to enable Nestlé to engage with millions of consumers worldwide. We are a multicultural and diverse team of professionals. We are passionate about digital innovation and driving continuous improvement processes with colleagues across the world.

We are looking for talents who are eager to learn, team player, digitally-savvy, with an entrepreneurial mindset, and who can flourish in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

If this describes you and you are looking to join a business where you can really add value, it is time to consider joining NBS! 

At Nestlé Business Solutions (NBS), diversity and inclusion are core values. If you have any special needs, count on us to adapt your position.

Position Summary

The Ocean Logistics Operations Specialist ensures the seamless execution of ocean transport activities by supervising shipment operations, optimizing the use of shipment management systems, and fostering strong collaboration with Markets, suppliers, shippers, carriers, and Global Logistics Procurement to deliver timely, reliable stock movements aligned with Nestlé service expectations.

A day in the life of...

Lead and improve the transport monitoring (Track & Trace) process for ocean shipments.
Ensure timely resolution of exceptions and maintain reliable data in the Ocean Platform and Dashboard.
Coordinate loading dates with the export team and track containers from loading point through POL.
Monitor shipments during ocean transit, identify deviations, update ETAs, and notify Markets when required.
Receive arrival notices, follow up on empty container return, and manage COD (change of destination) requests.
Monitor platform performance against SLAs, ensuring continuity and supporting operational activities.
Conduct health checks and contribute to continuous improvement and project initiatives.

 
What will make you successful

Technical university degree.
Approximately 5 years of experience in freight forwarding or shipping lines (import/export operations).
Strong customer service skills.
Knowledge of physical logistics.
Project management experience within Supply Chain.
Experience working with or managing providers.
Advanced English (Spanish is a plus)
Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Excel, Power BI, PowerPoint, etc.).

What we offer 

Here at NBS we care about our Talents and we continuously work to have our teams engaged and our people achieving their best professional performance, without forgetting personal development and work-life balance. Joining us will bring you: 

Development of expertise in Nestlé’s Shared Solutions Business

Immersion in a culturally diverse team

Local and international exposure

Flexible working environment

Engagement and wellbeing activities

Competitive salary and annual bonus according to your performance

Meal allowance card

Flex Benefits - at NBS you can choose what benefits are more suitable for you

Make part of the Nestlé Club and get discount in several partners

Free coffee (and good coffee) at the office

Shop with special discounts for employees
Company equipment according to professional needs
Medical support available at the office
E-learning courses and training program to get you where you aim to be

Career progression and possibilities for international career