Purchasing & Logistics Manager

Our partner is an industrial automation company specializing in material handling and transportation systems, primarily serving the FMCG/CPG industry. Job Summary The Logistics and Purchasing Manager is fully responsible for the overall supply chain operations in Romanian organization and leads the Purchasing, Planning & Logistic functions. The Logistics and Purchasing Manager works to represent the company in relationship with the suppliers and the local authorities in relation to the transport issues. Main responsibilities · Develops the organization's logistics strategy and coordinates its implementation together with the middle management team · Supervises the forecast of demand for services and products to meet the business needs and keeps a constant check on stock levels to maximize business efficiency; · Conducts research to ascertain the best products and suppliers in terms of best value, delivery schedules and quality; · Assures the liaisons between suppliers, manufacturers, relevant internal departments and customers; · Identifies potential suppliers, visiting existing suppliers, and building and maintaining good relationships with them; · Negotiates and agrees contracts and monitories their progress checking the quality of service provided; · Handles technical details relating to international transportation, such as customs regulations and any necessary documentation · Evaluates the costs of transportation, services and inventory within any budget or distribution strategy. Key skills and qualifications · The Logistics and Purchasing manager will possess excellent leadership, management, communication and interpersonal skills, as well as a demonstrated sense of purpose, planning, organization, and timely execution; · 5 to10 years working experience in Manufacturing industries, with at least 5 years in a senior role with full responsibility for purchasing and supply chain; · The Logistics Manager must have knowledge of national and international import/export legislation and must be able to effectively troubleshoot any issues that may arise in international freight transportation; · A minimum of a master degree in related discipline (preferably technical); · Understanding of budgeting and financial planning is appreciated, as this role involves agreeing annual budgets; · Excellent written and verbal communication · Fluent English · Extensive ERP system knowledge · Reporting and analytical skills