Procurement Manager Logistics - Europe (Germany, The Netherlands) Remote

Vistaprint; Germany; Remote; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Cimpress Services is seeking a Procurement Manager Logistics - Europe (Germany, The Netherlands) to lead regional procurement strategy and supplier relationships in a remote-first environment.

You will optimize total cost of ownership, build partnerships with freight forwarders and 3PLs, and drive end-to-end logistics solutions across Europe, including inbound/outbound freight and last-mile delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in relevant field required.
• 5+ years in international logistics procurement or supply chain operations in Europe.
• Experience with multi-modal freight strategies (Road, Air, Ocean) and last-mile networks.
• Strong contract negotiation and TCO modeling skills.
• Ability to influence stakeholders in a decentralized organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead regional logistics procurement strategy across European plants and units focusing on TCO and KPIs.
• Manage partnerships with freight forwarders, 3PLs, and carrier networks for continuity and performance.
• Strategize inbound/outbound logistics (Air, Ocean, Road; B2B/B2C/drop shipment) to improve delivery.
• Collaborate with Plant Directors and Global Procurement for aligned sourcing.
• Conduct market intelligence and cost modeling to benchmark rates and mitigate risks.
• Serve as primary commercial lead during contract negotiations and supplier reviews.
• Champion improvements and sustainable e-commerce fulfillment practices.

Skills

International logistics procurement

Freight strategy development

Contract negotiation

Stakeholder influence

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Finance, Engineering, or equivalent experience

Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Certifications such as CIPS/CSCP/APICS

Tools

MS Office

Google Workspace

Job description

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Procurement Manager Logistics - Europe (Germany, The Netherlands) Remote

Location: DE

Company: Cimpress Services

Our Team

The Global Procurement & Supplier Research team at Cimpress Services drives strategic sourcing, supplier innovation, and total cost of ownership across our international manufacturing and e-commerce network. We partner closely with decentralized business units, plant leaders, and top-tier logistics providers across Europe to ensure resilient, cost-effective, and high-performance supply chain operations. Operating in a collaborative remote-first environment, our team empowers businesses to deliver seamless customer delivery experiences worldwide.

What You Will Do

• Lead and execute the regional logistics procurement strategy across European manufacturing plants and business units, with a steadfast focus on optimizing Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and achieving commercial KPIs.
• Cultivate and manage strategic partnerships with regional freight forwarders, 3PLs, and carrier networks to ensure service continuity, high performance, and continuous market innovation.
• Strategize inbound (Air, Ocean, Road) and outbound (B2B, B2C, and Drop Shipment last-mile) logistics solutions that proactively enhance delivery reliability and customer satisfaction.
• Collaborate seamlessly with decentralized Plant Directors, Business Logistics Managers, and Global Procurement peers to align sourcing initiatives with localized operational requirements.
• Conduct rigorous market intelligence research and detailed cost modeling to benchmark rates, anticipate supply chain disruptions, and mitigate operational risk.
• Serve as the primary commercial lead during contract negotiations, supplier performance reviews, and service-level escalations in close partnership with legal and operational teams.
• Champion continuous improvement and sustainable e-commerce fulfillment practices by identifying emerging technologies and streamlined distribution channels.

Your Qualifications

At Cimpress, we seek individuals who bring new ideas and perspectives to our teams and improve our culture. No matter your background or experience, we encourage you to apply—even if you feel you don't exactly meet the requirements or qualifications. You might be a strong candidate for this or other roles.

• 5+ years of experience in international logistics procurement, freight forwarding management, or supply chain operations across European markets.
• Proven track record of developing and executing multi-modal freight strategies (Road, Air, Ocean) and e-commerce last-mile parcel networks.
• Advanced proficiency in commercial contract negotiation, Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) modeling, and supplier performance management.
• Demonstrated ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and partner effectively within a decentralized, matrixed international organization.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Finance, Engineering, or equivalent experience.

Nice to Have

• Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Professional procurement or supply chain certifications (such as CIPS, CSCP, or APICS).
• Practical proficiency with enterprise data analytics, procurement platforms, and modern collaboration tools (MS Office, Google Workspace).
• Working knowledge of European transport regulations and sustainable freight initiatives.

Why You'll Love Working Here

Cimpress Services’ central teams keep us entrepreneurial as we grow, enabling our businesses to stay customer-focused while building tools and services that amplify our impact. Our team members are problem solvers, storytellers, and relationship builders, supporting company-wide functions like finance, compliance, procurement, and communications. Continuously evolving our processes and technology, we drive Cimpress’ rapid growth. Our Remote-First culture offers autonomy and flexibility, with collaboration spaces available for in-person teamwork.

About Us

Led by founder and CEO Robert Keane, Cimpress invests in and helps build customer-focused, entrepreneurial mass customization businesses to create personalized physical (and digital) products, for over 17 million global customers. Our businesses canchoose the solutions that work for them, or assemble any custom combination they need. This makes it easier and faster to do things like introduce new products, reach customers and track orders. And this kind of innovation keeps customers coming back.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Cimpress exists to help our customers live their dreams. Each dream is unique – and the Cimpress team needs to be as well. We believe in the unique contributions of everyone within a diverse global organization. We are collaborative, inclusive, and innovative. We strive to role model and live an inclusive culture of fairness, respect and belonging for all. And we work together to empower each other, creating a space in which each of us can spark our next great idea.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Cimpress is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national or ethnic origin, nationality, age, religion, citizenship, disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender presentation, legal or preferred name, marital status, pregnancy, family structure, veteran status or any other basis protected by human rights laws or regulations. This list is not exhaustive and, in fact, in many cases, we strive to do more than the law requires.

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