Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world!<h1>Responsibilities:</h1><ul><li>Developing and implementing a global procurement strategy for Transport, Packaging, Warehouse Equipment, and Forklifts/AGVs, aligned with corporate goals and regional requirements</li><li>Leading supplier selection, negotiations, and contract management to ensure cost efficiency, service quality, and long-term value creation</li><li>Managing strategic supplier relationships, conducting performance reviews, and initiating continuous improvement measures</li><li>Acting as functional lead for the global NPM Logistics team, fostering cross-regional collaboration and capability building</li><li>Supporting the roll-out and optimization of digital procurement and logistics solutions (e.g., TMS, SAP)</li><li>Providing cost estimates and driving savings initiatives in close cooperation with Direct Material Purchasing and Sales</li><li>Preparing and maintaining reports on procurement performance, savings achievements, and supplier KPIs</li><li>Ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations, and contributing to audits and risk assessments</li><li>Collaborating in cross-functional projects with logistics, supply chain, and finance teams to enhance end-to-end efficiency</li></ul><h1>Qualifications:</h1><ul><li>Degree or vocational training in logistics, procurement, or a related field</li><li>Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in transport or logistics procurement</li><li>Proficient in SAP and Excel; experience with Transport Management Systems (TMS) is a plus</li><li>Strong negotiation skills and fluent communication in English</li><li>Team-oriented mindset with intercultural competence and a natural ability to build networks</li></ul>The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.Vibracoustic SE &amp; Co. KG

Freudenberg e-Power Systems is one of the world's leading suppliers of emission-neutral energy systems for heavy-duty applications. With its experience and expertise in battery and fuel cell technology, the company offers tailor-made solutions, in particular combined systems, for sustainable and economical e-mobility. With over 800 employees, Freudenberg e-Power Systems supports its customers from application development through to production, commissioning and service.
The company is part of the global Freudenberg Group, which has four business areas: Seals and Vibration Control Technology, Nonwovens and Filtration, Household Products as well as Specialties and Others. In 2022 the Group generated sales of more than 11 billion euros and employed more than 50,000 associates in around 60 countries.

Category Lead (f/m/d) Logistics

Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world!<h1>Responsibilities:</h1><ul><li>Developing and implementing a global procurement strategy&nbsp;for Transport, Packaging, Warehouse Equipment, and Forklifts/AGVs, aligned with corporate goals and regional requirements</li><li>Leading supplier selection, negotiations, and contract management to ensure cost efficiency, service quality, and long-term value creation</li><li>Managing strategic supplier relationships, conducting performance reviews, and initiating continuous improvement measures</li><li>Acting as functional lead for the global NPM Logistics team, fostering cross-regional collaboration and capability building</li><li>Supporting the roll-out and optimization of digital procurement and logistics solutions (e.g., TMS, SAP)</li><li>Providing cost estimates and driving savings initiatives in close cooperation with Direct Material Purchasing and Sales</li><li>Preparing and maintaining reports on procurement performance, savings achievements, and supplier KPIs</li><li>Ensuring compliance with internal policies and external regulations, and contributing to audits and risk assessments</li><li>Collaborating in cross-functional projects with logistics, supply chain, and finance teams to enhance end-to-end efficiency</li></ul><h1>Qualifications:</h1><ul><li>Degree or vocational training in logistics, procurement, or a related field</li><li>Minimum of 3 years of professional experience in transport or logistics procurement</li><li>Proficient in SAP and Excel; experience with Transport Management Systems (TMS) is a plus</li><li>Strong negotiation skills and fluent communication in English</li><li>Team-oriented mindset with intercultural competence and a natural ability to build networks</li></ul>The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.Vibracoustic SE &amp; Co. KG

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