Sourcing Logistics

chainiqgro; Lisboa; Presencial; EUR 42.000 - 66.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

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.

Formación

• 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.

Responsabilidades

• 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.

Conocimientos

English fluency

German desirable

Analytical skills

Stakeholder communication

Execution oriented

Educación

University degree (Bachelor's or Master's)

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Title: Sourcing Logistics

Location: Lisbon, PT

At Chain IQ, your ideas move fast.

Chain IQ is a global AI-driven Procurement Service Partner, headquartered in Baar, Switzerland, with operations across main centers and 16 offices worldwide. We provide tailored, end-to-end procurement solutions that enable transformation, drive scalability, and deliver substantial reductions in our clients' indirect spend. Our culture is built on innovation, entrepreneurship, ownership, and impact. Here, your voice matters - bold thinking is encouraged, and action follows ambition.

About the role:

The Tactical Sourcing Consultant – Logistics & Consumables is responsible for supporting and executing category strategies forTransport, Warehouse as well as Packaging, Maintenance, Repair & Operations (MRO), tooling, PPE, and safe workwear across manufacturing and operational footprint.

The role drives cost optimization, supply continuity, supplier innovation, and risk mitigation, while ensuring compliance with safety, quality, sustainability, and regulatory standards in a food and nutrition manufacturing environment. is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and managing transportation and warehousing service providers across key markets to ensure cost-effective, reliable, and compliant logistics operations. The role focuses on tactical and mid-term sourcing execution aligned with category strategies, ensuring continuity of supply, service performance, and rapid response to operational needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute sourcing activities for transport (all modes), warehousing & consumables.
• Prepare and run RFQs/RFPs, including eAuctions in line with category strategies and business demand.
• Negotiate rates, service levels, and contractual terms to deliver savings and service improvements.
• Deliver year-on-year logistics cost optimization through tactical initiatives (rate reviews, lane optimization, capacity balancing).
• Manage regional supplier relationships (OEMs, dealers, leasing companies, service providers).
• Ensure compliance with local regulations, food standards, and safety requirements.
• Act as the commercial interface between internal stakeholders and external partners.

Requirements:

• University degree (Bachelor’s or Master’s) or equivalent professional experience.
• Fluency in English is required; German is highly desirable.
• 2 - 4+ years of experience in:
  • Sourcing or category management experience.
  • Logistics & consumables sourcing, Transport, Warehouse, Packaging, Maintenance, Repair & Operations (MRO), tooling, PPE, and safe workwear categories.
  • Experience with RFQs/RFPs, negotiations, and contract management.
• Experience in logistics and operationally intensive environments is highly desirable.
• Strong analytical and stakeholder communication skills.
• Comfortable working in international, matrix-driven organizations.
• Execution-oriented with a strong operational mindset.
• Structured, pragmatic, and resilient in fast-paced environments.
• Curious and motivated to deepen transportation and logistics expertise in an aviation context.

Join a truly global team.

We offer a dynamic and international environment where high performance meets real purpose. We're proud to be Great Place to Work-certified and even prouder of the people who make that possible. Let’s shape the future of procurement - together.

Chain IQ – Create. Lead. Make an impact.