Intermodal & Depot services Procurement Officer (f/m/d)

For our entity inHamburg we are recruiting an Intermodal & Depot Services Procurement Officer (f/m/d)

The Intermodal & Depot services Procurement Officer (f/m/d) plays a critical role in optimizing the procurement process within the organization. By effectively managing annual tenders, spot negotiations, and cross-functional actions, this position contributes significantly to achieve cost savings and enhance supplier relationships across all agencies of his scope. The position requires a strong business and procurement process knowledge, connectivity with local teams and ability of interacting with different countries, ensuring operational efficiency. Travel within Europe is expected for this role.

Your responsibilities:

• In close collaboration with local Intermodal teams, identify potential suppliers ensuring a diverse and competitive bidding environment.
• Collect business needs from local commercial teams and define new services to procure.
• Coordinate the entire tender process, including writing requests for quotation, evaluating bids, and selecting suppliers based on quality, cost, and compliance with company standards.
• Negotiate terms and conditions with selected suppliers to secure favorable pricing and service levels while mitigating risks.
• Formalize agreement via Transport Contracts.

Spot Negotiations :

• In close collaboration with local teams, continuously analyze market trends to identify opportunities for spot renegotiations that can benefit the organization in terms of pricing and availability.
• Engage in negotiations with suppliers for one-time purchases, focusing on achieving the best possible terms and conditions.

Supplier Qualification and Continuous Improvement :

• Establish criteria for qualifying subcontractors and conduct assessments to ensure they meet company standards for quality, reliability, and compliance.
• In close collaboration with local teams Identify opportunities for operational improvements and cost savings within the procurement function and countries, implementing best practices to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.

You bring aboard:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a procurement role within a multinational organization, ideally in logistics industry.
• Expertise on Intermodal sector is expected.
• Proven experience in strategic sourcing and tender organization.
• International experience is preferred.
• Strong negotiation skills with a track record of successful contract management.
• Excellent analytical abilities and proficiency in data analysis tools.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• High level of integrity and professionalism.
• Fluent in English is needed.
• Other Languages spoken in Europe is a plus.

You can expect:

• Permanent employment contract: We want you to feel comfortable with us in the long term
• Varied activities in a pleasant working environment
• An attractive workplace in Hamburg city center
• Supplementary company health insurance and company pension scheme
• Cashless meal allowance in the form of Pluxee restaurant passes
• Flexible working time model with time recording
• Extensive further training opportunities of your choice on our e-learning platform
• Employer contribution to local public transport (HVV-ProfiTicket)
• Bicycle leasing with CMA CGM & BusinessBike
• Employee offers in the form of purchase discounts in many areas (e.g. for travel, events, household appliances for daily use)
• Recruitment bonus as part of an employee referral program