Logistics Manager: Lead Internal 4PL Transformation

SIBELCO; San Cesario sul Panaro; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Sibelco is seeking a Manager Logistics to lead the logistics strategy for glass recycling sites, driving the shift from an externally managed 4PL model to a robust internal organization. The role covers transport vendor management, process design, and KPI-based performance across multiple sites, with English and Italian required.

The position is based in Antegnate (BG) with possible assignments to other sites, offering a hybrid work setup and a focus on cost reduction, compliance and continuous

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Business Administration, Transportation or a related field.
• 5–8 years of experience in logistics within an international environment.
• Experience in the waste industry.
• Strong expertise in transportation management, logistics tendering and contract negotiation.
• Knowledge of route optimization, transport planning and S&OP.
• Advanced Excel and reporting capabilities.
• Advanced proficiency in English and Italian; additional languages are an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead the transition from externally managed 4PL logistics to an internal logistics organization.
• Design and implement logistics processes, governance frameworks, reporting structures, routing tools and planning systems.
• Identify, qualify, develop and manage transportation providers while conducting tenders, benchmarking activities and contract negotiations.
• Establish transportation standards, operating procedures, service level agreements and performance management practices.
• Ensure compliance with transport regulations for waste and End-of-Waste materials, including documentation, classification codes and legal requirements.
• Monitor logistics performance, service quality and transportation costs while supporting issue resolution and escalation management.
• Drive route optimization, network redesign, alternative logistics solutions and contingency planning initiatives.
• Collaborate closely with Customer Service, Sourcing & Waste, Operations and management teams to align logistics activities, service delivery and KPI reporting.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Time management

Communication

Influencing

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Business Administration, Transportation or related field

Tools

Excel

Reporting

Job description

Sibelco is seeking a Manager Logistics to lead the logistics strategy for glass recycling sites, driving the shift from an externally managed 4PL model to a robust internal organization. The role covers transport vendor management, process design, and KPI-based performance across multiple sites, with English and Italian required.

The position is based in Antegnate (BG) with possible assignments to other sites, offering a hybrid work setup and a focus on cost reduction, compliance and continuous