Procurement Manager – Logistics, Europe

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🇩🇪 Germany – Remote

⏰ Full Time

🟡 Mid-level

🟠 Senior

🔗 Supply Chain

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5001 - 10000 employees

Founded 1995

📣 Marketing

🛍️ eCommerce

💰 $40M Venture Round on 2003-07

Marketing • eCommerce • Design/UX

Vista is a remote-first company dedicated to empowering small businesses by providing exceptional services in technology, design, marketing, and customer care. With a global workforce of over 6,500 team members across 17 countries, Vista emphasizes collaboration, inclusivity, and sustainability. Their commitment to innovation enables small businesses to thrive, while the company's culture fosters personal and professional growth for its employees.

📋 Description

• Lead and execute the regional logistics procurement strategy across European manufacturing plants and business units • Optimize Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and achieve commercial KPIs • Cultivate and manage strategic partnerships with regional freight forwarders, 3PLs, and carrier networks • Strategize inbound Air, Ocean, and Road logistics and outbound B2B, B2C, and Drop Shipment last-mile solutions • Collaborate with Plant Directors, Business Logistics Managers, and Global Procurement peers • Conduct market intelligence research and cost modeling to benchmark rates, anticipate supply chain disruptions, and mitigate operational risk • Serve as the primary commercial lead during contract negotiations, supplier performance reviews, and service-level escalations • Identify emerging technologies and streamlined distribution channels to improve sustainable e-commerce fulfillment

🎯 Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in international logistics procurement, freight forwarding management, or supply chain operations across European markets • Proven track record of developing and executing multi-modal freight strategies covering Road, Air, and Ocean, plus e-commerce last-mile parcel networks • Advanced proficiency in commercial contract negotiation, Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) modeling, and supplier performance management • Ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and partner effectively within a decentralized, matrixed international organization • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Finance, Engineering, or equivalent experience • Professional procurement or supply chain certifications such as CIPS, CSCP, or APICS • Practical proficiency with enterprise data analytics, procurement platforms, and modern collaboration tools including MS Office and Google Workspace • Working knowledge of European transport regulations and sustainable freight initiatives

🏖️ Benefits

• Remote-First culture offering autonomy and flexibility • Collaboration spaces available for in-person teamwork • Opportunity to work with entrepreneurial central teams • Collaborative, inclusive, and innovative work culture

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