Procurement Officer - Stage

Procurement Officer - Stage

sennder is Europe’s leading digital freight forwarder. In the traditional logistics industry, we are moving fast to digitize and automate all road logistics processes. We move trucks with the power of data to unlock endless and sustainable capacity at exceptional quality. Get to know us better by reviewing our About Us presentation.

We are a growing team looking for a Procurement officer to help us on our journey to revolutionize road freight logistics. The role is located in our Milan office.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

As a Procurement officer, you will work to ensure the quality and accuracy of data analysis which can be used to optimize cost predictions, run variance analysis, and develop key metrics and performance indicators.

IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL:

• Use automated tools to extract data and perform analysis to assess quality and meaning of data;
• Develop, maintain, and reorganize master data in a readable format;
• Analyze domestic and international industry trends (including seasonality and regulations) that impact Company’s costs;
• Monitor market updates (e.g fuel price, surcharges, etc.) and provide inputs to internal stakeholders;
• Run cost analysis to predict carrier costs, monitoring actuals vs budget and track savings;
• Help on develop ad-hoc report and analysis;
• Backup Senior Pricing Manager and Tariff Management Specialist if necessary.

PREFERABLY YOU ARE:

• Graduated in either Engineering, Business, Mathematics or other related fields;
• An excellent user of Microsoft Office, in particular excel/Google sheet;
• Able to work as part of a team in order to achieve high-standards goals;
• Able to clearly communicate with different team members;
• Rigorous and methodical;
• Successfully able to handle multiple demands and competing priorities in a fast-paced start-up environment;
• Fully fluent both in English & Italian.

ABOUT sennder Italia

sennder Italia, based in the heart of Milan, is a joint venture company between sennder and Poste Italiane. Our company matches the digital and innovative focus on technologies and digitalization of sennder with the expertise and know-how of the largest distribution network in Italy, Poste Italiane.

We not only connect shippers to our fleet of thousands of trucks, but also improve how they move products in sustainable, cost-efficient, and transparent ways - making the logistics industry fit for the future. In a traditional industry, we’re growing and moving fast to digitally automate all road logistics processes.

We are building a curious team that is driven by an ambitious desire to solve the toughest logistics puzzles. What others may consider uncertainty, we see as an opportunity to learn and be proactive. We invite you to go on this journey with us and be part of one of Europe’s inspiring growth stories as we fast-forward road logistics into digitalization. Read more about the sennder Italia joint venture here.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT…

At sennder, we want to maximize the individual potential of all employees and reinforce an inclusive culture and environment of continuous learning that empowers people to succeed as a team. In addition to humility, we value commitment, team spirit and respect to build fruitful collaboration across teams. Do not hesitate to apply as a member of the protected categories law 68/99. Learn more about who we are on our career site.

• Fast growth scale-up with an international team of 1000+ people, 74+ nationalities spread across 11 European offices. With English as our common language, we are able to work together.
• Learning and development on the job and with the support of a bi-annual review process, learning allowance, high potential programs, sennder onboarding academy, and internal trainings.
• Various opportunities to connect with colleagues through regular team events and company get-togethers such as our highly anticipated sennder Summer Camp.
• Prioritize employee engagement and mental well-being by fostering a supportive environment through the Likeminded platform and conducting regular employee satisfaction surveys.
• Hybrid work model where you seamlessly merge virtual productivity and in-office collaboration with your colleagues.
• For the Milan office we offer: free on-site gym!
• Vibrant offices complete with healthy snacks, focus zones, and social areas to connect with your colleagues. Click here for a virtual tour and better yet, hope to see you soon!

We value humility and we're as interested in your character as we are in your talent. Please apply, even if you feel you only meet part of our listed criteria. Diversity drives innovation and we offer an international and friendly work environment with an energetic company culture. Just be yourself and maybe you’ll bring something valuable to the role we didn't initially think of.