About this role
Drive the Future of Global Logistics Procurement!
As a Global Category Manager Logistics, you will be responsible for developing and implementing global and regional sourcing strategies for transportation and logistics services. Your mission is to secure competitive total cost of ownership (TCO), reliable logistics capacities, high-performing suppliers, and sustainable value creation across our global network.
Working as a strategic business partner, you will collaborate closely with Supply Chain, Operations, Sales, Finance, and local Procurement teams worldwide to drive sourcing excellence, supplier performance, and continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
Category Strategy Development
Development and implementation of global and regional category strategies for logistics servicesRisk management and key supplier managementDerivation of concrete sourcing roadmaps, objectives, and measuresIdentification of TCO, bundling, standardization, and network optimization opportunitiesRegular analysis of market, pricing, capacity, and regulatory developmentsStrategic Sourcing and Negotiations
Management of international tenders, RFQs, benchmarks, and service provider evaluationsNegotiation and implementation of contracts and framework agreementsIdentification of alternative service providers, routes, and transportation solutionsImplementation of global agreements in cooperation with local organizationsService Provider and Risk Management
Management and continuous development of an international service provider portfolioPerformance monitoring based on relevant KPIs relating to cost, quality, delivery reliability, sustainability, and innovationConducting business reviews and initiating improvement measuresEnsuring capacity availability, delivery capability, and appropriate multi-sourcing strategiesAssessment and mitigation of transportation, service provider, and supply chain risks; development of contingency plansStakeholder Management, Governance and Digitalization
Strategic collaboration with Supply Chain, Operations, Sales, Finance, and local Procurement organizationsEnsuring procurement governance, compliance, contract management, and transparent reportingProvide regular reporting on savings, TCO, supplier performance, market developments, and risksSupport digitalization and process optimization initiatives within logistics procurement
Degree in Business Administration, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Transportation Management, or a comparable fieldSeveral years of experience in strategic procurement, category management, or international logistics managementStrong knowledge of transportation and logistics markets, ideally road, ocean freight, and intermodal transportationProven experience in international sourcing projects, commercial negotiations, and contract managementExperience with Transporeon is an advantageFluency in English and German, both written and spokenAny additional languages are considered an assetWhat Makes You Successful
Strategic and analytical thinking, combined with a strong cost and TCO mindsetExcellent negotiation and commercial skillsStructured, proactive, and solution-oriented working styleExcellent communication and stakeholder management skills in an international environmentTeam-oriented mindset, high level of accountability, resilience, and integrity
Why Join Us – What We Offer
Exciting opportunity to influence global logistics procurement strategiesChance to shape capability building and transformation initiativesInternational environment with cross-functional collaborationDynamic workplace with strong focus on innovation and continuous improvementProfessional and personal development opportunitiesJoin us and help shape the future of logistics procurement on a global scale. Apply now and become part of our international team!
A salary in line with the market is offered for this position, which is based on the specific qualifications and adequate professional experience.
By law, we are required to state a minimum salary. The minimum annual gross salary for this position is € 55.408,- according to the collective agreement (woodworking industry).