Logistics Manager

Karadeniz Holding; Altınova; Hybrid; TRY 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working opportunity

One day off on your birthday

Professional and personal training &发展

Job summary

Karadeniz Holding seeks a Logistics Manager in its Logistics and Foreign Trade department for its Altınova, Yalova operations. You will lead international logistics for investment projects, coordinating transport, warehousing, and customs to ensure on-time, compliant delivery across geographies.

The role requires 7+ years in global logistics, strong leadership, and extensive project cargo experience, with proficiency in SAP MM and MS Office; travel is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field; master’s preferred.
• 7+ years in international logistics, sea/air/land transportation and customs.
• Hands-on project cargo and breakbulk experience for large equipment.
• Leadership experience and vendor/contract negotiation skills.
• Fluent English; SAP MM and MS Office proficiency.
• Ability to travel internationally and manage cross-cultural teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee logistics operations for international investment projects worldwide.
• Ensure on-time, cost-effective delivery to required locations and quality standards.
• Coordinate receiving, warehousing, distribution and transport services.
• Manage transportation and customs execution per specifications and safety.
• Collaborate with technical teams to identify needs and resolve issues.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Identify logistics improvements and cross-border solutions adding value.
• Assess risks, implement mitigations, and resolve conflicts.
• Maintain compliance with laws and duties; build internal/external relationships.
• Monitor KPIs and take corrective actions; optimize processes for resilience.
• Oversee contract management with logistics providers; update procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Logistics management

SAP MM

Project cargo

Contract negotiation

Vendor management

International travel

MS Office

Communication

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Marine Engineering, Business, Economics

Master's degree in Supply Chain Management or Logistics

Tools

SAP MM

MS Office

Job description

Founded in 1948, Karadeniz Holding is a visionary industry leader that focuses on innovation while supporting growth with an emphasis on economic and environmental sustainability in a wide range of industries, primarily energy and shipbuilding.

Operating in more than 20 countries with more than 3.000 employees from 30 different nationalities and having an installed capacity of more than 8,000 MW, the Group generates reliable and clean electricity on 4 continents with its fleet of 45 Powerships™ and 11 LNG vessels provides employment for more than 10 thousand people worldwide. Karadeniz Holding manages the Powership™ fleet under its international brand Karpowership, meets 10%-100% of the electricity needs of the countries it operates in Europe, Africa, America and Asia. With its high-capacity energy solutions, including Powership™, land-based plants and floating LNG infrastructure, Karpowership assists countries and companies in their energy transition processes.

We are looking for a “Logistics Manager” to be assigned to our “Logistics and Foreign Trade” department.

Location: Altınova, Yalova, Türkiye (HQ-based) — the position is responsible for the logistics operations of the Company's investment projects outside Türkiye; requires international travel.

WHAT DO WE EXPECT?

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Marine Engineering, Business, Economics or equivalent, preferably a master's degree in Supply Chain Management or Logistics,
• 7+ years of experience in sea-air-land-project transportation, foreign trade and customs clearance operations in an international logistics environment,
• Hands-on experience in project cargo, breakbulk and heavy-lift logistics for large-scale industrial equipment (e.g., power generation equipment, engines, turbines, OTSG/boiler packages), including breakbulk vessel chartering/hiring, is required,
• Preferably experience in the Energy, Construction or Heavy Industry sectors,
• 5+ years of leadership/management experience required,
• Experience in vendor selection and contract negotiation,
• Expert in all forms of payment and delivery terms, including L/C transactions,
• Demonstrated success in identifying and implementing logistics cost reduction initiatives,
• Ability to manage complex subjects across multiple geographies and cultures,
• Good understanding of the commercial aspects of the business,
• Fluent in English (writing, speaking and reading); knowledge of an additional language relevant to the operating regions is a plus,
• Experienced in using the SAP MM module, proficient in MS Office programs,
• Strong leadership, initiative, and ability to work both independently and as part of a team,
• Excellent communication, negotiation, organizational, interpersonal and problem-solving skills,
• Ability to build relationships at the local, corporate and international levels,
• Strong planning and organizational skills,
• Proactive and results-oriented approach,
• Analytical thinking, well-developed presentation, reporting and operational metrics management skills,
• No obstacles to frequent international travel,
• Completed military service for male applicants.

WHAT AWAITS YOU?

• Responsible for the logistics operations management of the Company's international investment projects worldwide,
• Ensures the right products are delivered to the right location, on time, to the required quality and in the most cost-effective way,
• Coordinates receiving, warehousing, distribution and transportation services for materials, equipment and supplies,
• Manages the execution, direction and coordination of all transportation and customs operations to ensure logistics services are performed safely, on time and in accordance with specifications,
• Coordinates closely with technical departments and project/plant teams to identify needs and resolve issues,
• Ensures compliance with all relevant company policies, procedures and processes to achieve operational excellence,
• Identifies new ideas for the overall logistics value chain, optimizing existing processes and developing cross-border solutions that add value to the Company,
• Identifies risks, develops mitigation strategies, and facilitates conflict resolution,
• Ensures follow-up and compliance with local and international laws, regulations, customs and duties,
• Establishes and maintains positive working relationships with internal and external partners,
• Monitors and reports departmental KPIs and takes necessary corrective actions,
• Responsible for improving current systems to ensure the resilience and agility of logistics operations in line with evolving global market conditions,
• Responsible for contract management with logistics service providers,
• Responsible for keeping existing procedures up to date.

WHAT DO WE OFFER?

• Hybrid working opportunity,
• One day off on your birthday,
• Professional and personal training & development opportunities,
• Exclusive discounts and campaigns for employees.

In line with our "One World" philosophy, we are adding success to our achievements with our colleagues, candidates, and all stakeholders. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all applicants, regardless of race, religion, language or gender and we crown our success with our diversity.

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