Ariston Group is a global leader in sustainable thermal comfort that offers a unique, extensive range of solutions for climate comfort, water heating and air handling, as well as components and burners. Listed on Euronext Milan since November 2021, in 2024 the group reported over 2.6-billion-euro revenues, with over 10,000 employees, direct presence in 40 countries in 5 continents, 28 production sites and 28 research and development centers. The group demonstrates its commitment to sustainability through the development of renewable and high efficiency solutions, such as heat pumps, water heating heat pumps, hybrids, domestic ventilation, air handling and solar thermal systems. The group also stands out for its continuous investment in technological innovation, digitalization, and advanced connectivity solutions. The group operates under global strategic brands Ariston, Elco and Wolf, and brands such as Calorex, NTI, HTP, Atag, Brink, Chromagen, Racold, as well as Thermowatt and Ecoflam in the components and burners business.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Freight Management & Logistics Excellenc

• End-to-End Coordination: Organizing, supervising, and optimizing international road, sea, and air freight for raw materials and finished goods (heat pumps and cylinders).
• Vendor Performance Management: Selecting and evaluating freight forwarders and carriers based on strict KPIs (on-time delivery, cargo safety, and cost competitiveness).
• Supply Chain Resilience: Proactively managing logistics disruptions and urgent shipments to ensure the seamless continuity of the Niš plant production lines.

Customs Documentation & Strategic Compliance

• Advanced Documentation Control: Preparing, verifying, and archiving comprehensive import/export documentation (commercial invoices, packing lists, Certificates of Origin, EUR1, CMR) in strict adherence to Customs Law.
• Strategic Tariff Classification: Precisely assigning Harmonized System (HS codes) for a wide range of mechanical components and finished units, minimizing the risk of misclassification and legal penalties.
• Preferential Origin Analysis: Analyzing and validating the preferential origin of goods to maximize duty savings under Free Trade Agreements.

Systems Proficiency & Financial Oversight

• ERP & Customs Software Mastery: Advanced utilization of SAP (MM and SD modules) for tracking material flows and integrating logistics data, alongside proficiency in local e-customs software and digital clearance tools.
• Process Digitalization: Automating the preparation of shipping documents within the information systems to reduce manual errors and accelerate border clearance.
• Cost Optimization & Auditing: Analyzing freight spend and customs duties, providing detailed cost-saving reports and identifying efficiencies in the logistics chain.
• Customs & Stakeholder Liaison: Acting as the primary point of contact for Customs Authorities and external brokers, ensuring streamlined clearance processes and compliance audits.

Logistics Hub Flow & Inter-company Operations

• Hub-to-Plant Flow Optimization: Managing scheduled line-haul transportation from central European Logistics Hubs (primarily Italy) to the Niš plant, ensuring timely replenishment of raw materials and components.
• Shipment Consolidation: Coordinating with Italian counterparts to consolidate freight from various European warehousing points, maximizing truckload utilization and reducing overall freight spend.
• Inter-company Customs Management: Overseeing customs procedures for intra-group stock transfers, ensuring accurate customs valuation and strict adherence to transfer pricing documentation requirements.
• Financial Audit & Invoice Verification: Performing rigorous audits and verification of freight, warehousing, and customs brokerage invoices to ensure alignment with negotiated tariffs and service delivery accuracy.

Internal Flow Management & Optimization

• Internal Route Definition: Designing and implementing optimal material flow routes within the plant premises to minimize handling time and bottlenecks
• Flow Optimization: Continuous analysis and improvement of internal logistics processes (from raw material receipt to supplying production lines for heat pumps and cylinders).
• Space Management: Maximizing warehouse capacity utilization and defining zones for fast-moving items to increase operational efficiency.
• Process Synchronization: Aligning internal transport activities with daily production schedules to ensure "Just-in-Time" supply principles.

REQUIREMENTS

• Type and level of education: Level VI degree (Logistics, Economics, or Technical orientation).
• Work experience: at least five years in similar or same role.
• Language: Serbian language at a professional level and English language at an advanced level are mandatory.
• Other conditions: Advanced proficiency in SAP, Oracle, or similar ERP systems. Deep understanding of Incoterms 2020 and customs tariffs. Advanced MS Office skills (specifically Excel).

We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all people, by offering a work environment accessible, welcoming and inclusive in compliance with legal obligations.

Ariston Group is a global leader in sustainable thermal comfort that offers a unique, extensive range of solutions for climate comfort, water heating and air handling, as well as components and burners. Listed on Euronext Milan since November 2021, in 2024 the group reported over 2.6-billion-euro revenues, with over 10,000 employees, direct presence in 40 countries in 5 continents, 28 production sites and 28 research and development centers. The group demonstrates its commitment to sustainability through the development of renewable and high efficiency solutions, such as heat pumps, water heating heat pumps, hybrids, domestic ventilation, air handling and solar thermal systems. The group also stands out for its continuous investment in technological innovation, digitalization, and advanced connectivity solutions. The group operates under global strategic brands Ariston, Elco and Wolf, and brands such as Calorex, NTI, HTP, Atag, Brink, Chromagen, Racold, as well as Thermowatt and Ecoflam in the components and burners business.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Freight Management & Logistics Excellenc

• End-to-End Coordination: Organizing, supervising, and optimizing international road, sea, and air freight for raw materials and finished goods (heat pumps and cylinders).
• Vendor Performance Management: Selecting and evaluating freight forwarders and carriers based on strict KPIs (on-time delivery, cargo safety, and cost competitiveness).
• Supply Chain Resilience: Proactively managing logistics disruptions and urgent shipments to ensure the seamless continuity of the Niš plant production lines.

Customs Documentation & Strategic Compliance

• Advanced Documentation Control: Preparing, verifying, and archiving comprehensive import/export documentation (commercial invoices, packing lists, Certificates of Origin, EUR1, CMR) in strict adherence to Customs Law.
• Strategic Tariff Classification: Precisely assigning Harmonized System (HS codes) for a wide range of mechanical components and finished units, minimizing the risk of misclassification and legal penalties.
• Preferential Origin Analysis: Analyzing and validating the preferential origin of goods to maximize duty savings under Free Trade Agreements.

Systems Proficiency & Financial Oversight

• ERP & Customs Software Mastery: Advanced utilization of SAP (MM and SD modules) for tracking material flows and integrating logistics data, alongside proficiency in local e-customs software and digital clearance tools.
• Process Digitalization: Automating the preparation of shipping documents within the information systems to reduce manual errors and accelerate border clearance.
• Cost Optimization & Auditing: Analyzing freight spend and customs duties, providing detailed cost-saving reports and identifying efficiencies in the logistics chain.
• Customs & Stakeholder Liaison: Acting as the primary point of contact for Customs Authorities and external brokers, ensuring streamlined clearance processes and compliance audits.

Logistics Hub Flow & Inter-company Operations

• Hub-to-Plant Flow Optimization: Managing scheduled line-haul transportation from central European Logistics Hubs (primarily Italy) to the Niš plant, ensuring timely replenishment of raw materials and components.
• Shipment Consolidation: Coordinating with Italian counterparts to consolidate freight from various European warehousing points, maximizing truckload utilization and reducing overall freight spend.
• Inter-company Customs Management: Overseeing customs procedures for intra-group stock transfers, ensuring accurate customs valuation and strict adherence to transfer pricing documentation requirements.
• Financial Audit & Invoice Verification: Performing rigorous audits and verification of freight, warehousing, and customs brokerage invoices to ensure alignment with negotiated tariffs and service delivery accuracy.

Internal Flow Management & Optimization

• Internal Route Definition: Designing and implementing optimal material flow routes within the plant premises to minimize handling time and bottlenecks
• Flow Optimization: Continuous analysis and improvement of internal logistics processes (from raw material receipt to supplying production lines for heat pumps and cylinders).
• Space Management: Maximizing warehouse capacity utilization and defining zones for fast-moving items to increase operational efficiency.
• Process Synchronization: Aligning internal transport activities with daily production schedules to ensure "Just-in-Time" supply principles.

REQUIREMENTS

• Type and level of education: Level VI degree (Logistics, Economics, or Technical orientation).
• Work experience: at least five years in similar or same role.
• Language: Serbian language at a professional level and English language at an advanced level are mandatory.
• Other conditions: Advanced proficiency in SAP, Oracle, or similar ERP systems. Deep understanding of Incoterms 2020 and customs tariffs. Advanced MS Office skills (specifically Excel).

We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all people, by offering a work environment accessible, welcoming and inclusive in compliance with legal obligations.