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Sourcing Logistics Expert

Chain IQ Group AG · Jersey City, NJ · 1 wk ago
On-siteManagement$120k–$170k/yrFull-time

About the role

We are looking for a Strategic Sourcing Manager to own the end-to-end sourcing and lifecycle management of airport ground service equipment used in aircraft servicing operations. The role focuses on high loaders, trucks, trailers, and related special-purpose vehicles, and covers the full lifecycle: sourcing, commercial structuring, fleet strategy, maintenance concepts, and cost optimization.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead regional sourcing activities for airport ground equipment (high loaders, trucks, trailers, fleet solutions).
  • Develop and execute the transport and warehouse sourcing strategy, with strong emphasis on:
    • Road transport (linehaul, local distribution, airport transfers).
    • Air freight and courier services.
    • Time-critical and airport-constrained logistics solutions.
    • Warehouse specialized in frozen, chilled and ambient products.
  • Analyze transport spend, lanes, and cost drivers to identify savings and optimization opportunities.
  • Prepare and run strategic sourcing events (RFI, RFP, negotiations, eAuctions where applicable).
  • Structure and negotiate commercial models (purchase, leasing, lease-to-own, service-inclusive models).
  • Own the full asset lifecycle from specification to end-of-life.
  • Optimize total cost of ownership (TCO) across capex, maintenance, servicing, and downtime.
  • Work with engineering and operations to standardize specifications and reduce fleet complexity.
  • Shape servicing, maintenance, and spare-parts strategies.
  • Manage regional supplier relationships (OEMs, dealers, leasing companies, service providers).
  • Partner closely with airport operations, engineering, safety, and finance teams.
  • Ensure compliance with local regulations, airport 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.
    • 4–7+ years of experience in:
      • Strategic sourcing or category management experience.
      • Logistics sourcing, fleet sourcing, or heavy equipment categories.
      • Experience with RFQs/RFPs, negotiations, and contract management.
      • Experience managing or sourcing vehicle fleets or logistics assets.
      • Strong understanding of maintenance, uptime, and operational requirements.
      • Exposure to TCO-driven decision-making.
      • Strong exposure to road transport and time-critical logistics; air freight experience is a plus.
      • Experience in aviation, food logistics, FMCG, or similarly operationally intensive environments is highly desirable.
      • Solid understanding of transportation markets, pricing mechanisms, and cost drivers.
      • Strong analytical and stakeholder communication skills.
      • Comfortable working in international, matrix-driven organizations.
      • Fluent in English, Spanish wanted; German or another European language is an advantage as well.
      • 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.

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