Supply Chain Operations Manager - Rail (m/f/d)

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Experience HELM as a unique family business and an attractive employer. Through a constant exchange of ideas, our ultimate goal is to offer our customers future-oriented solutions within our global network. At any time, in any place. This allows us to work proactively and think long-term - in operations, quality management, process optimization, product development and distribution. We are innovation drivers, possibility makers, and a reliable partner, all in one.

Supply Chain Operations Manager - Rail (m/f/d)

Date: May 21, 2025

Location: Hamburg, DE, 20097

Business Unit: Chemicals

Job Function: Supply Chain Management / Logistics

Level of Experience: Mid-Career

The BCS Supply Chain Rail department manages the transport and supply chain planning of the European rail tank car network for our liquid and gaseous chemical products. In addition, we develop supply chain concepts based on rail transport, forming the basis of our business.

You like to coordinate and organise and put service for customers and suppliers first? Are you communicative, open for new challenges, and prefer to work in a committed and highly motivated team? Then you're the right person for us!

We look forward to receiving your application if you have sound experience in managing tank wagons in rail freight transport. A proactive way of working and the ability to coordinate complex logistics processes are essential.

Become part of our team and play an active role in shaping the future of rail transport!

• Manage the incoming and systematic recording of damage reports for defect tank wagons in our leased fleet, and coordinate repairs and cleaning in close consultation with wagon keepers and cleaning plants.
• Plan and optimise overhauls, negotiate cleaning conditions, and book transport for maintenance activities.
• Handle business transactions, including processing complaints (8-D reports) and coordinating with logistics service providers.
• Process and approve invoices for logistics services, maintain wagon master data, and manage rental contracts for tank wagons.
• Ensure compliance with external regulations such as dangerous goods, customs, foreign trade, and taxes.
• Balance cost-effective fleet management with high service levels, considering current market developments and maintaining communication with logistics partners, customers, and repair centers.
• Occasionally visit partners to maintain relationships and enhance cooperation.

Your profile:

• Completed a commercial or logistics apprenticeship with experience in order and transport processing.
• Technical understanding and experience in fleet or damaged vehicle management are advantageous.
• Knowledge of dangerous goods regulations, tax regulations, and foreign trade standards.
• Proficient in MS Office and experienced with SAP.
• Team-oriented, service-minded, and fluent in German and English, both written and spoken.

Every day, we contribute to HELM's success with competence, expertise, and service. We reward this commitment with international opportunities, training, and benefits supporting a healthy work-life balance.

Interested?
Please apply with all necessary documents via our application portal.