Global Strategic Supply Chain & Logistics Solutions Lead

Chematek SpA; San Vittore Olona; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Chematek is seeking a Structured Supply Chain & Logistics Solutions Specialist to join its global Supply Chain and Logistics function. The role focuses on complex, strategic projects that go beyond routine product movement, designing operating models, partnerships, infrastructure and cost structures for new business and growth across divisions and international platforms.

The successful candidate will develop repeatable supply chain solutions, evaluate cross-border structures, and coordinate

Qualifications

• Experience in supply chain, logistics, strategic sourcing, industrial projects or commercial operations.
• Strong commercial judgement, negotiation and project-management skills.
• Able to understand how operational structures influence pricing, margin, risk and customer competitiveness.
• Comfortable working across commercial, technical, financial and operational teams.
• Good understanding of international trade, customs and total landed-cost considerations.
• Experience in chemicals, industrial manufacturing, energy, refining or dangerous goods would be advantageous.
• Strategic, analytical and entrepreneurial, with the ability to work in areas where no established process yet exists.
• Fluent in English and Italian.
• Willingness to travel internationally when required.

Responsibilities

• Develop structured supply chain and logistics solutions for complex projects.
• Work with commercial managers to ensure viable, competitive and scalable models.
• Define how Chematek’s international platform can deliver across markets and customer structures.
• Build and assess cost models covering sourcing, production, transport, storage, duties, taxes, equipment, infrastructure and working capital.
• Support the development of production partnerships, toll-manufacturing arrangements, joint ventures and selected M&A initiatives.
• Evaluate opportunities to strengthen Chematek’s strategic position through control of production capacity, raw materials, storage, logistics assets and delivery infrastructure.
• Coordinate supply chain requirements for specialist hardware and equipment supporting Chematek’s products and services.
• Source, evaluate and negotiate structured agreements with logistics providers, warehouses, freight forwarders, equipment suppliers and production partners.
• Develop longer-term commercial arrangements, framework agreements and strategic partnerships with key suppliers and service providers.
• Assess cross-border structures, including customs, import VAT, duties, Incoterms, importer-of-record arrangements and intercompany movements.
• Identify operational, fiscal and supply risks and coordinate the appropriate internal or external expertise.
• Convert successful project solutions into repeatable models that can be used across Chematek’s businesses and geographies.

Skills

Supply chain

Logistics

Strategic sourcing

Industrial projects

Commercial operations

Commercial judgement

Negotiation

Project management

International trade

Travel willingness

English & Italian

Job description

Chematek is seeking a Structured Supply Chain & Logistics Solutions Specialist to join its global Supply Chain and Logistics function. The role focuses on complex, strategic projects that go beyond routine product movement, designing operating models, partnerships, infrastructure and cost structures for new business and growth across divisions and international platforms.

The successful candidate will develop repeatable supply chain solutions, evaluate cross-border structures, and coordinate