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JD.com

E-commerce, logistics, and technology platform

Improved Logistics Quality - Profit and Loss Improvement

Logistics & TransportationConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeMilan, Metropolitan City of Milan, ItalyNo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operations Research, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related quantitative field is required.
  • At least 5–7 years of experience in logistics, supply chain management, or operations, with a strong focus on quality improvement and profit-and-loss impact is required.
  • A proven track record of identifying, implementing, and managing initiatives that produce significant cost reductions and operational efficiencies in a complex logistics environment is required.
  • Strong analytical skills and proficiency with data analysis tools such as SQL, Python, R, and Excel, and business intelligence platforms such as Tableau and Power BI are required.
  • The ability to translate complex data into actionable insights and present findings clearly to stakeholders, including senior management, is required.
  • Experience with project management methodologies and tools, and the ability to lead multiple projects simultaneously, is required.
  • Familiarity with e-commerce logistics, warehousing operations, transportation management systems, and warehouse management systems is required.
  • The ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to evolving business needs is required.

Responsibilities

  • Analyze logistics operations across warehousing, transportation, and last-mile delivery to identify pain points, inefficiencies, and cost drivers.
  • Develop and implement initiatives and process improvements that enhance logistics quality, including reducing damage rates, improving delivery accuracy, and accelerating delivery times.
  • Quantify and regularly report the financial impact of logistics quality improvements, including cost savings, revenue enhancement, customer retention, and contributions to profit and loss.
  • Collaborate with supply chain, operations, product, and technology teams to integrate quality improvements into existing systems and workflows.
  • Use data analytics and statistical methods to monitor logistics performance, identify trends, predict potential quality issues, and develop proactive mitigation strategies.
  • Lead or participate in projects adopting logistics technologies, automation, and best practices to improve efficiency and quality.
  • Establish and track logistics quality key performance indicators, ensuring alignment with business objectives and profit-and-loss targets.
  • Develop and deliver training programs for logistics personnel on consistent application of quality standards and processes.
  • Conduct root cause analysis of logistics failures and implement corrective and preventive actions.
  • Benchmark logistics quality against industry leaders and identify opportunities for innovation and competitive advantage.

Desired Qualifications

  • A master's degree is preferred.
  • Knowledge of Six Sigma, Lean, or other quality improvement methodologies is highly desirable.
  • Strong communication, interpersonal, and collaboration skills to work effectively with diverse teams and influence change.

About the Company

JD.com

E-commerce, logistics, and technology platform

JD.com is a large Chinese e-commerce company that sells products directly to consumers and hosts a marketplace where third-party sellers list items. The company relies on its own extensive logistics network to store, pick, pack, and ship orders quickly, offering options such as same-day and next-day delivery. Its platform combines an online store, a marketplace, and technology-enabled services to support its retail and logistics operations. Unlike many competitors, JD.com owns much of its logistics infrastructure and emphasizes supply chain technology to control quality, speed, and efficiency across its products and services, including electronics, healthcare, and property development ventures. The goal is to be a leading, integrated e-commerce and technology platform in China, continually expanding its logistics capabilities, technology solutions, and services for both consumers and third-party sellers.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Haidian, China
Founded
1998

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