Supply Chain Logistics Manager

Role overview

The company is hiring a Supply Chain Logistics Manager to work from North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. This role focuses on building and managing tailored contract logistics solutions for customers, with an emphasis on cross-border European operations and non-standard auto parts logistics.

Key responsibilities

• Assess customer-specific logistics and supply chain needs, then create complete contract logistics solutions from design through delivery.
• Prepare quotation packages, service level commitments, and rollout or implementation plans.
• Handle strategic sourcing for contract logistics partners across Europe, including transportation, warehousing, customs clearance, and packaging.
• Evaluate and qualify suppliers through reviews, site visits, due diligence, and commercial negotiations.
• Select reliable partners that can support specialized and non-standard auto parts logistics services.
• Lead the design and execution of integrated logistics operations spanning warehousing and transportation.
• Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to keep the supply chain efficient, compliant, and cost-effective.
• Support ongoing improvement of capabilities for specialized logistics services.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Supply Chain, Logistics Management, or a closely related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in European contract logistics.
• Minimum 3 years of direct experience in non-standard auto parts logistics is preferred.
• Strong understanding of German and EU logistics and customs regulations.
• Practical expertise in end-to-end solution design, cost calculation, and supplier management.
• Working knowledge of warehouse management systems and transport management systems.
• Fluent English is required; German language ability is an advantage.
• Good cross-cultural communication and commercial negotiation skills.
• Ability to stay effective under pressure and willingness to travel within North Rhine-Westphalia and nearby European countries.

Additional information

This is a full-time onsite position based in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany.