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European Transport & Packaging Manager w/m/d_DE

Kerpen, Rheinland, NORDRHEIN_WESTFALENFull-time2026-10-05 → 2026-10-22

Core

Lead the European Transport & Packaging strategy, building and managing a supplier network across Europe and the UK to ensure cost efficiency, compliance, and sustainability for IT operations.

Role type

Senior Supply Chain Manager (Transport & Packaging)

Builds

Scalable transport and packaging services for IT hardware distribution

Domain

IT Services / Logistics / Supply Chain

Required skills

Supplier network management, Procurement & tendering, Contract lifecycle management, KPI definition & performance monitoring, Regulatory compliance (EU/UK), Supply chain risk management, Business continuity planning, ESG & sustainability initiatives, Stakeholder management, Data analysis

Preferred skills

IT logistics, Technology supply chain, ISO standards, Circular economy initiatives

Responsibilities

Build and manage a network of transport, packaging, and logistics service providers across Europe and the UK; Lead procurement, tendering, supplier selection, onboarding, and contract lifecycle management; Define KPIs for service, cost, quality, compliance, and sustainability; Ensure compliance with EU and UK regulations including Extended Producer Responsibility; Strengthen supplier control through audits, certifications, and risk controls; Develop business continuity and emergency plans; Drive reduction of packaging waste and transport emissions; Identify new technologies for automation and efficiency; Collaborate with stakeholders to develop innovative solutions.