Your responsibilities

• Strategic Responsibilities
• • Process Optimization: Develop and implement measures to increase efficiency throughout the supply chain (e.g., digitalization, automation).
• • Logistics KPI Analysis: Create and evaluate KPIs (e.g., delivery times, inventory turnover, return rates) for continuous improvement.
• • Supplier Management: Select and evaluate logistics service providers and freight forwarders, including price and contract negotiations.
• • Network Optimization: Plan and implement optimized logistics networks for target markets in Southern Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.
• • Budget Planning: Assist in budget preparation and monitor costs in the logistics area.
• • Sustainability: Identify and implement measures to reduce CO₂ emissions and increase ecological efficiency in logistics.
• Leadership Responsibilities
• • Team Leadership: Manage and motivate the logistics team, including setting objectives and evaluating performance.
• • Employee Development: Organize training and professional development for logistics staff.
• • Interface Management: Work closely with other departments (e.g., Sales, Purchasing, Customs) to ensure seamless process integration.
• • Change Management: Lead the team through the implementation of changes and new processes.
• • Communication: Regularly report to management on logistics strategies, risks, and successes.
• Operational Responsibilities
• • Coordinate Daily Operations: Oversee smooth handling of inbound and outbound goods as well as inventory management.
• • Transport Management: Organize and control international transport (land, sea, air) considering delivery deadlines and target market requirements.
• • Customs Handling Support: Collaborate closely with the customs team to ensure correct export and import processes.
• • Freight Cost Control: Review freight and logistics costs for efficiency and optimization opportunities.
• • Problem-Solving: Actively address disruptions in logistics processes (e.g., delays, bottlenecks, damage cases).
• • Quality Control: Ensure compliance with standards in packaging, transportation, and storage, especially for export goods.

Our requirements

• • Degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a comparable qualification.
• • Several years of experience in a leadership role in logistics, ideally in international export business.
• • Solid knowledge of transport logistics (land, sea, air) as well as warehouse and inventory management.
• • Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle), logistics software, and MS Office (especially Excel).
• • Knowledge of customs and export regulations as well as requirements of target regions (Southern Europe, Middle East, Asia).
• • Leadership skills, assertiveness, and the ability to motivate and develop teams.
• • Strong analytical skills and a solution-oriented working style.
• • Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus.
• • Intercultural competence and experience in dealing with international business partners.