Procurement Category Manager Logistics (m/f/d)

Overview

RIEDEL Communications is the leading provider of live production tools in media, sports and entertainment. To cover our customers\‘ needs holistically, we are divided into three business units: Product Division, Managed Technology & Riedel Networks.

The central Division Corporate Services supports our divisions in organization and handling of all transactional processes. It is the economic foundation of all divisions and contributes significantly to the fulfillment of corporate goals by accelerating processes.

Join us as Procurement Category Manager Logistics (m/f/d) on this exciting journey and experience the fascination of Riedel Communications in action.

Responsibilities

• Develop Global Strategies: Define and implement logistics procurement strategies that align with business needs and drive cost efficiency, performance, and sustainability
• Manage Service Providers: Identify, evaluate, and select logistics partners based on cost, quality, capacity, and reliability, fostering strong long-term relationships
• Lead Tenders & Negotiations: Manage global tender processes and negotiate contracts, SLAs, and pricing to secure optimal value and minimize risks
• Collaborate Across Functions: Work closely with Supply Chain, Operations, Production, and Sales to translate requirements into effective sourcing strategies
• Optimize Logistics & Packaging: Improve efficiency through route optimization, supplier consolidation, and the review of packaging units to enhance utilization and sustainability
• Ensure Compliance: Safeguard adherence to trade compliance standards, customs regulations, and internal procurement policies
• Monitor Market Trends: Analyze carrier landscapes, logistics technologies, and global market trends to anticipate opportunities and risks
• Track & Report Performance: Monitor category KPIs, cost savings, and performance metrics, providing regular updates and recommendations to senior management

That’s You

• Several years of proven experience in procurement, preferably with a focus on logistics categories
• Understanding of logistic procurement, global transportation
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Fluent in German and English

We Offer

• Salary benefits as well as 30 days of vacation and numerous benefits such as JobBike, corporate benefits employee discounts, our global employee referral program and a company pension plan
• Life and Work balance through our flexible working time system including mobile working in a hybrid model
• Career booster with numerous individual development and training opportunities
• Diversity is very important to us, at RIEDEL we focus on an open working atmosphere. We are looking forward to getting to know you as you are – far away from pigeonholing
• Diverse offers through meinEAP (e.g. help with childcare, care for relatives, offers for body & soul etc.)
• Our own coffee roast, which can be enjoyed in any form at the free coffee bar

We’re contributing to your career development. We’ll encourage you to try new roles and experience new settings. By helping our people to reach their potential, we frequently support them to find skills they never knew they had, or make career moves they never thought possible.

ENRICH OUR TEAM!

With us, you can expect an exciting challenge with plenty of opportunities to take on responsibility and develop personally.

RIEDEL stands for equal opportunities and diversity! We are looking forward to getting to know you as you are – far away from any pigeonholing.