LOGISTICS MANAGER

 

 

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Logistics Manager

 

 

Purpose of the role:

 

 

The Logistics Manager is responsible for the end‑to‑end ownership of logistics planning, execution, and performance for the Spanish market. The role ensures market continuity, regulatory compliance, inventory control & optimization, and cost efficiency, acting as a key contact to the market and as the main interface between Sales, Marketing, Finance, Distributor, and Global Supply Chain (GSC).
Operating in a highly complex market environment, the role requires strong ownership, cross-functional coordination, and high accountability to ensure alignment between demand, supply, and execution.

 

Key Responsibilities:

 

As a logistics manager you will: 

 

Demand, Supply & Inventory Management:

 

• Translate commercial forecasts into executable supply and logistics plans
• Ensure alignment across S&OP cycles and key business assumptions
• Define and manage inventory strategies (coverage, ageing, free cash flow)
• Identify supply risks and drive mitigation actions
• Ensure readiness for price changes, launches, and commercial initiatives

 

Distributor & Market Execution Management

 

• Own operational relationship with distributor ensuring execution excellence
• Monitor inbound flows, stocks, and service performance
• Manage and resolve execution issues and supply disruptions
• Drive continuous alignment between distributor operations and market needs

 

Regulatory, Tax Stamp & Compliance Accountability

 

• Ensure full compliance with Track & Trace, tax stamps, and local regulations
• Guarantee adherence to QMS, audit requirements, and internal controls
• Act as key contact for audits and compliance topics within logistics scope

 

Performance Management & Continuous Improvement

 

• Monitor logistics performance (service, stock, write-offs, cost)
• Identify optimization opportunities and drive efficiency initiatives
• Contribute to process harmonization across Iberia cluster
• Support automation and digitalization (reporting, planning tools)

 

Data Integrity, Planning Governance & Reporting

 

• Own logistics data accuracy and consistency across planning systems
• Ensure integrity of IBP / SAP planning cycles
• Validate key data shared with Finance, GSC, and stakeholders
• Act as data owner for logistics in Spain

 

Requirements: 

 

• University degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Engineering, Finance or similar
• 5–8+ years in logistics / supply planning / supply chain roles
• English required
• Spanish is an advantage
• SAP (IBP / planning tools) & advanced Excel
• Strong analytical and data-driven mindset
• Cross-functional stakeholder management
• Ability to manage complexity and fast-changing environments
• Experience with Power BI / reporting automation is a plus

 

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Next Steps:

 

After applying, if selected, please anticipate the following within 1-3 weeks of the job posting closure: Phone screening with Talent Advisor > Assessment tests > Interviews > Offer. Each step is eliminatory and may vary by role type.

 

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