Strategic Buyer Logistics & 3PL (f/m/d)

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FRoSTA AG is looking for a Strategic Buyer Logistics & 3PL (f/m/d) in Bremerhaven to lead end-to-end procurement of third-party logistics services, secure reliable capacity, and continuously optimize cost and service quality on a permanent basis. In this role you will develop sourcing strategies for transportation, warehousing and value-added logistics; run tendering, negotiations and commercial evaluation; manage supplier relationships and KPIs; and partner with Supply Chain, Procurement, Sales, Warehousing and Finance to align logistics partnerships with business goals. The ideal candidate has a degree in business, supply chain or logistics, several years in procurement or logistics, proven 3PL sourcing and contract management experience, strong analytical and stakeholder skills, and fluent English with a proactive mindset. To apply, tailor your CV to showcase 3PL sourcing and contract work, include your earliest start date and salary expectations, and email Alina Reif.

For our department Supply Chain Management, we are looking for a Strategic Buyer Logistics (f/m/d) at our location Bremerhaven starting as soon as possible on a permanent basis.

Strategic Buyer Logistics & 3PL (f/m/d)

Your tasks: We make the difference together

As 3PL Buyer, you are responsible for sourcing, negotiating and managing logistics and transportation services. You secure reliable logistics capacity, optimize costs and service quality.

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for third-party logistics services, including transportation, warehousing and value-added logistics
• Lead end-to-end procurement activities, from supplier identification and tendering to commercial evaluation, negotiation and supplier selection
• Negotiate pricing, SLAs and contracts to maximize value, reduce risk and ensure reliable service
• You manage supplier relationships, monitor 3PL performance through KPIs and business reviews, and drive corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives
• Analyse logistics spend, market trends and supplier performance to drive savings and continuous improvement
• Close collaboration with Supply Chain, Procurement, Sales, Warehousing and Finance to ensure that our third-party logistics partnerships support FRoSTA’s business objectives

Your profile: We like what makes you stand out

• A degree in business administration, supply chain management, logistics or a related field
• Several years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, logistics or supply chain
• Demonstrated experience in procuring transport, warehousing or third-party logistics services, including tenders, negotiations and contract management
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret procurement, logistics and financial data
• Excellent negotiation, communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to collaborate across functions and countries
• Fluent English, a proactive and solution-oriented mindset, high integrity and the willingness to take ownership in a dynamic environment

Your benefits: We support your development

• The remuneration package matches the position: an attractive salary, bonuses and benefits
• Team spirit and a passion for interesting and challenging projects, including working in an international and multicultural environment, and with a value- and people-orientated organizational culture
• Long-term employment perspective with room for internal growth and career development.

Are you looking for a new challenge in a competitive environment? Apply now, stating your earliest possible starting date and salary expectations - we look forward to hearing from you. Send us your cv and let’s talk!

Your contact person is Alina Reif.