Group Procurement Road Transportation Manager

For our Group Procurement team we are looking for a Group Procurement Road Transportation Manager (f / m / d) . The Group Procurement Road Transportation Manager is responsible for managing the global road transport spend of Heidelberg Materials. While formulating strategic recommendations in the road transportation category the focus is on the optimization of logistics cost across the organization. This role involves the active management of the category leveraging datadriven insights to ensure cohesive alignment across countries and supporting Category Logistic Cluster Leads in enhancing key logistics operations.

This position is located in Heidelberg and you will report to the Head of Group Procurement Logistics.

YOUR NEXT CHALLENGE

Developing a procurement strategy for the category in alignment with organizational objectives and implementation with the countries

Actively managing the road transport procurement category by closely collaborating with country and region representatives to gain insights into local logistics procurement strategies and challenges

Conducting analyses of key performance indicators related to procurement of logistics services utilizing datadriven insights to identify trends and proactively running shouldcost models to identify savings opportunities

Systematically analyzing and comparing the utilization of thirdparty logistics providers versus inhouse assets and resources

Leading negotiations with suppliers and supporting countries in identifying negotiation potential

Advocating for backhauling opportunities to maximize transport utilization thereby reducing costs and improving sustainability

YOUR PROFILE

Professional experience : Minimum 8 years of professional experience in Procurement or logistics; strategic sourcing supplier management and contract negotiation; stakeholder management and crossfunctional team collaboration; spend data analyses strategy development sourcing initiatives; market research and decisionmaking

Technical knowhow : Deep understanding of road transportation logistics and its cost drivers including regulations and industry standards; strong motivation to achieve the best cost solution within the given service parameters; negotiation skills and experience in negotiations with transporters; strong technical capabilities especially in logistics and transportation services

• Behavioral knowhow : Strong verbal and written skills (min. English); handson mentality and commitment to deliver tangible results; proactive personality driving for continuous improvement;

accountability resilience autonomy and leadership; behavior and conduct in line with HM Code of Conduct; high willingness to travel with flexibility for national and international business trips

OUR OFFER

We are convinced that only those who successfully realize their personal goals can also fully contribute professionally. Thats why we offer you attractive benefits such as :

Flexible working time models with up to 50 remote working within Germany

30 vacation days plus additional special vacation days

Attractive compensation with profit share / bonus Christmas and vacation payment

Multiple learning & development options : support of jobrelated further training various technical and leadership development programs

JobTicket JobBike and further special conditions and discounts for e.g. gyms

Company fitness room various sports classes health and prevention campaigns

Individual onboarding with buddy program as well as various networking initiatives (Network of Women International Network etc.

Modern working atmosphere as well as ergonomic workplaces and heightadjustable desks

Canteen with discounted and healthy meals

Free parking charging stations for ebike and car

Required Experience :

Manager

Key Skills

Bidding,Fitness,Animation,Horticulture,Information Technology Sales

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1