Freight Procurement Specialist (Logistics)

TL;DR

Freight Procurement Specialist (Logistics): Acquiring new logistics service providers and building commercial partnerships in road freight across Europe with an accent on strategic purchasing and price calculation. Focus on optimizing transport solutions, managing carrier networks, and automating procurement processes.

Location: Hybrid (Berlin, Germany)

Company

Europe’s leading platform for cross-border parcel delivery, supporting e-commerce companies in scaling internationally.

What you will do

• Manage the strategic purchasing process for road freight transport services including FTL, LTL, and groupage.
• Calculate pricing for European road freight transports to secure the best rates and operational performance.
• Develop and maintain a network of transport partners and conduct regular performance reviews.
• Collaborate closely with Supply Chain Planning, Freight Operations, and Parcel Logistics teams.
• Contribute to projects aimed at optimizing and automating internal logistics processes.

Requirements

• 1+ year of experience in European road freight purchasing or operations management.
• German language proficiency (min B2).
• Fluent English skills.
• Proactive mindset with a strong sense of ownership and communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office products.

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid work model with flexible hours and an office located at Alexanderplatz.
• Travel perk allowing work from almost anywhere for up to 2 months per year.
• Corporate benefits platform and German language courses.
• Company lunches provided twice per month.
• Commitment to climate neutrality through the "Mission Zero" green initiatives.
• Collaborative and data-driven culture with regular team events and celebrations.