Procurement Manager Logistics

About this Position We are looking for a Procurement Logistics Manager to lead regional and local sourcing activities across APAC, with a focus on Japan and Korea. This role is responsible for driving logistics procurement strategies, optimizing supplier performance, and delivering cost-efficient, high-quality logistics solutions in close collaboration with global and regional stakeholders. What you´ll do Manage regional and local procurement activities for logistics categories, including warehousing, transportation, customs brokerage, on-carriage, and parcel services Develop and execute mid- to long-term sourcing strategies aligned with global and regional objectives Define and manage supplier portfolio, including building new strategic supplier partnerships Lead and implement regional logistics sourcing projects and tenders, including M A-related logistics setup optimization Collaborate with Supply Chain teams to identify cost reduction and service improvement opportunities Monitor market trends, industry insights, and innovations to support strategic decision-making Conduct regular risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies Manage pricing development and cost optimization for assigned categories Drive supplier performance management and Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) activities Coordinate cross-functional initiatives such as savings projects, sustainability, innovation, and digitalization Challenge and enhance sourcing strategies and financial targets in alignment with global category leadership