Chief 3PL Sourcing & Logistics Strategy

CEVA Logistics; Marseille; On-site; EUR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global logistics provider based in Marseille is seeking a Head of Procurement and 3PL Management to oversee the strategy for managing logistics service providers. The role requires 12+ years of experience in transportation and at least 5 years in management. Key responsibilities include sourcing 3PLs, managing tender activities, and providing market insights to enhance customer logistics strategies. Knowledge of supply chain sustainability principles and KPI management is essential for this role.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in transportation, logistics, or supply chain.
• At least 5 years in a managing role with practical experience in two transportation modes.
• Experience with procurement processes (RFI/RFP/RFQ).

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a strategy for sourcing and managing 3PLs.
• Lead 3PL sourcing and tendering activities.
• Gather market insights to support customer logistics strategies.

Skills

Transportation expertise

Procurement knowledge

Supply chain sustainability

KPI analysis

Management experience

Education

University degree in Business Administration

University degree/Master in Supply Chain or Transportation/Logistics

Tools

MS Office

BI tools (Tableau, Qlik)

Job description

A global logistics provider based in Marseille is seeking a Head of Procurement and 3PL Management to oversee the strategy for managing logistics service providers. The role requires 12+ years of experience in transportation and at least 5 years in management. Key responsibilities include sourcing 3PLs, managing tender activities, and providing market insights to enhance customer logistics strategies. Knowledge of supply chain sustainability principles and KPI management is essential for this role.