Category Logistic & Service Manager AP

In detail, you will:

• Develop and implement the best Sourcing Strategies for Logistic.
• Main focus area is Inbound Logistic such as Inbound Logistics services including Transportation, Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI, and Returnable Packaging, ensuring proper execution and compliance.
• Manage other areas in Logistics, such as Primary transportation, Warehousing, Distribution
• Accountability on supplier cost performance & service level
• Enhance and further develop commercial relationship with key suppliers as to establish long term cooperation contracts.
• Develop a collaborative relationship with key peers fostering standardization of the APMEA contractual setup.
• Supplier Relationship Management : ensure proper governance in place by holding a strong commercial relationship with suppliers & stakeholders.
• Search alternative and innovative logistics solutions to improve efficiency, promote sustainability and customer satisfaction.
• Drive and promote continuous improvement actions by leading activities among the team, stakeholders, and suppliers.
• Plan, organize and drive the best sourcing activities and tenders.
• Accountability on supplier cost performance & service level.
• Manage KPI’s and ensure compliance to contracted terms both internally & externally.
• Provide market insight and relevant information to the organization.
• Actively contribution in meetings, projects, and events to streamline and improve the APMEA logistics network.
• Logistic reports / Budget

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Administration or Economics
• 5+ years of relevant work experience In Purchasing or Supply chain
• Relevant experience in transport, logistics & supply chain activities
• Proven experience in leading people
• Ability to work in a dynamic, multicultural environment/ Regional experience.
• Negotiation and interpersonal skills
• Fluent English written and spoken.