Logistics and Transport Manager
Information about the position
Job description, responsibilities and duties
Welcome to Kanadevia Inova, a global innovation leader in the waste infrastructure space, where we believe in creating a sustainable future through technology and innovation.
Transforming Waste into Value
At Kanadevia Inova, we pride ourselves on being at the forefront of waste-to-X technology. We are not just waste managers; we are creators of value from what communities discard. Your role at Kanadevia Inova directly contributes to turning something once considered useless - waste - into something invaluable: energy, heat, hydrogen, fertilizer, and beyond.
Job Description
The Logistics & Transport Manager is an integral member of our Global Logistics & Transport Team, supporting all KVI entities and Business Units (BUs) with transportation and logistics inquiries. This role is responsible for ensuring smooth and efficient logistics operations, managing transportation partners, and coordinating cross-functional teams to meet the needs of various projects, both in the tendering and execution phases.
Main responsibilities are:
- Lead Logistics Operations – Manage daily transport and logistics for large projects, including strategy, RFQs, planning, and execution
- Vendor & Cost Management – Select, negotiate, and coordinate with logistics partners for efficient and cost-effective shipping solutions
- Cross-Functional Collaboration – Work closely with project teams, engineering, and customs compliance to meet transport and logistics requirements
- Process & Compliance Oversight – Resolve customs issues, improve logistics processes, and ensure supply chain efficiency and legal compliance
- Strategic & Budgeting Support – Provide logistics insights, support project budgeting, and contribute to dispute resolution and claim management
Note: During the probation period, the successful candidate will be expected to spend approximately 50% of their working time in Levice to support effective onboarding and team integration. After the probation period, occasional travel to Levice will still be required, typically a few days per month.
Qualifications
- Experience in the execution of oversized transports, preferably in EPC projects, or similar sectors
- Working experience in international logistics and managing supply chains across multiple regions (e.g., Asia, Europe, and the Americas) or as a Freight Forwarder
- Higher education in transport, logistics, or supply chain management
- Very good negotiation skills, attention to detail, ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- Excellent English skills (minimum B2 level), other languages an advantage
Employee perks, benefits
We offer
- Employment contract for an indefinite period
- + 13th Salary
- Annual Bonus
- Flexible working time (core time 9-3:00)
- Home Office possible 2 days a week
- Extra days of leave
- Sick Days
- Recreation allowance
- Referral Program
- Travel allowance
- The third pillar of the pension scheme
- Support for professional and career growth, education and training
Please note: We kindly request that all CVs be submitted in English. Thank you.
For HR agencies: We do not accept applications coming from agencies.
Requirements for the employee
Candidates with education suit the position
University education (Master's degree)
Postgraduate (Doctorate)
Educational Specialization
Language skills
Number of years of experience
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Brief description of the company
Kanadevia Inova Slovensko is proof that even from our small country we can be part of global projects. And the results are felt across cities, countries and continents.
Kanadevia Inova Slovensko has been growing since its inception in 2017, and we currently have more than 200 employees based here. With an office in Levice and a brand new base in Bratislava in the city’s super-modern Digital Park, we plan to expand further. To support our global growth and help us anchor a position of leadership in the sector, we are looking for new colleagues in Levice or Bratislava in areas such as engineering, procurement, project management, quality, IT, People & Culture (known in other companies as HR), finance, and administration.
If you want a job that makes a difference, where you can define your own career path and contribute to sustainability, then Kanadevia Inova is the place for you.