Logistics Sourcing Specialist - Transport & MRO

Chain IQ Group; Lisboa; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Chain IQ is seeking a Tactical Sourcing Consultant – Logistics & Consumables based in Lisbon, Portugal.

You will drive and execute category strategies for Transport, Warehouse, Packaging, MRO, tooling, PPE and safe workwear, delivering cost savings, continuity and supplier innovation.

Requirements include 2–4+ years in sourcing, RFQs/RFPs, negotiations and contract management, plus fluent English and strong analytical and stakeholder skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree or equivalent professional experience.
• 2–4+ years in sourcing or category management.
• Logistics and consumables sourcing experience (transport, warehousing, packaging, MRO, PPE).
• Experience with RFQs/RFPs, negotiations, and contract management.
• Strong analytical and stakeholder communication in international settings.

Responsibilities

• Execute sourcing activities for transport, warehousing and consumables.
• Prepare RFQs/RFPs and conduct eAuctions as needed.
• Negotiate rates, service levels and terms to achieve savings.
• Drive year-on-year logistics cost optimization.
• Manage regional supplier relationships and ensure compliance.
• Interface between internal stakeholders and external partners.

Skills

English fluency

German desirable

Analytical skills

Stakeholder communication

Execution oriented

Education

University degree (Bachelor's or Master's)

Job description

Chain IQ is seeking a Tactical Sourcing Consultant – Logistics & Consumables based in Lisbon, Portugal.

You will drive and execute category strategies for Transport, Warehouse, Packaging, MRO, tooling, PPE and safe workwear, delivering cost savings, continuity and supplier innovation.

Requirements include 2–4+ years in sourcing, RFQs/RFPs, negotiations and contract management, plus fluent English and strong analytical and stakeholder skills.