Senior Supply Chain Manager

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On behalf of a leading international manufacturing company, we are looking for a motivated leader to oversee the Distribution and Export Order Management function, with primary responsibility for the Berlin plant operations. In this pivotal role, you will ensure the efficient flow of goods across domestic and international markets, managing the entire export order lifecycle while driving operational excellence, strict regulatory compliance, and customer service on a global scale.

Tasks:

• Lead and manage all warehouse operations including receiving, picking, packing, shipping, and distribution for domestic and export markets.
• Coordinate transportation and logistics with carriers and freight forwarders; optimize routing, carrier selection, and freight costs.
• Ensure full compliance with customs regulations, transport and safety standards, export controls, and pharmaceutical guidelines (EU-GDP, GMP, AMWHV, AM-HandelsV).
• Oversee the complete export order management process from order receipt to delivery and invoicing.
• Drive continuous process improvements, digitalization initiatives, and system enhancements (ERP: SAP, ERPLX; WMS/TMS: Blue Yonder).
• Lead, develop, and motivate a cross-functional team, fostering a performance-driven, customer-focused culture.

Profile:

• Minimum 7 years of professional experience in distribution/logistics and export order management, including leadership roles.
• In-depth knowledge of international trade, Incoterms, customs procedures, and pharmaceutical regulations.
• Strong expertise in EU pharmaceutical guidelines (AMWHV, AM-HandelsV, EU-GDP, GMP/GxP).
• Fluent in English and German

Are you interested? Then please send your CV with your contact details to Miranda.Pietroforte@catalystcareers.com or call me on +49 (0) 69 5899 75467.

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We aim to be an equal opportunity recruiter and we are determined to ensure that no applicant receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, or race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Distribution and Supply Chain

• Industries

  Medical Equipment Manufacturing and Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

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