It's more than a job
As a Contract Logistics Specialist at Kuehne+Nagel, you will manage end-to-end warehousing operations for our customers. By doing so with precision, you not only contribute to the success of your team, but also to the day-to-day operations and success in the warehouse and distribution centres. For example, storing and delivering delicate flowers and fresh ingredients to local stores for everyday lunches and family celebrations. At Kuehne+Nagel, our work truly contributes to more than we imagine.
The Sourcing Manager is responsible for developing and implementing a national sourcing strategy aligned with global category strategies. This role ensures the efficient and cost-effective sourcing of goods and services while driving compliance, quality, and sustainability across the supply chain. You will collaborate with stakeholders at all levels to localize global strategies, achieve procurement excellence, and support organizational objectives. Additionally, this role will collaborate with business development to deliver competitive pricing and efficient project implementation for new business opportunities and renewals.
How you create impact
- Strategic Sourcing - Develop and execute national sourcing strategies aligned with global category strategies, leveraging volume discounts, and ensuring adherence to global policies and best practices.
- Market Analysis & Cost Optimization - Analyze market trends and supplier landscapes to identify cost-saving opportunities, competitive advantages, and sourcing optimization without compromising quality.
- Collaboration & Pricing - Work closely with Business Development & Solutions teams to develop competitive pricing models, and ensure smooth execution of sourcing strategies in project proposals and contract renewals.
- Supplier Management - Manage supplier relationships, conduct supplier audits, ensure compliance with quality, regulatory, and financial standards, and optimize supplier performance.
- Data Analysis & KPI Improvement - Analyze procurement data, identify opportunities for cost reduction, and develop action plans to improve P2P process KPIs (PR2PO, Open PO, Delivery on Time).
- Compliance & Internal Controls - Ensure adherence to internal control and compliance requirements, maintain up-to-date knowledge of regulatory standards, and ensure suppliers meet industry standards.
- Documentation & Process Support - Maintain purchase documents (e.g., Outline Agreements), resolve blocked invoices, and support procurement processes with cost estimates, supplier evaluations, and financial assessments.
- Supplier Onboarding & Transition - Identify and onboard new suppliers, facilitate successful scope transitions, and ensure alignment with business needs and central category strategy.
What we would like you to bring
- Bachelor’s degree from related fields
- Minimum of 2 years proven experience within the supplier management, procurement, sourcing, and good to have technical procurement record.
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to manage relationships across various organizational levels.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize workload
- Proficiency in procurement software with strong analytical abilities
- Competitive mindset with excellent negotiation skills and a drive to achieve business goals.
- A good knowledge of spoken and written English and Turkish.
What's in it for you
At Kuehne+Nagel you can demonstrate your personal and professional attributes. And you will have countless opportunities for further development. Benefit from the comprehensive offers provided by a global market leader and contribute your ideas on how we can continue to get a little better every day. You can be sure: Your opinion counts.
Who we are
Logistics shapes everyday life - from the goods we consume to the healthcare we rely on. At Kuehne+Nagel, your work goes beyond logistics; it enables both ordinary and special moments in the lives of people around the world.
As a global leader with a strong heritage and a vision to move the world forward, we offer a safe, stable environment where your career can make a real difference. Whether we help deliver life-saving medicines, develop sustainable transportation solutions or support our local communities, your career will contribute to more than you can imagine.
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